What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Specialist 2 (PCN 057737) position at State of Alaska?
JOB
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.The Department of Education and Early Development is recruiting for an Education Specialist 2 position in Juneau or Anchorage. This position is in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Anchorage - $3,144.75 biweekly payJuneau - $3,302.25 biweekly payWhat you will be doing: This position serves as the subject matter expert in The Educator Application & Certification Hub Alaska (TEACH AK) online teacher certification system and the Alaska Reads Act reading endorsement certification requirements for the certification team. This position will provide professional development and support in the implementation of both programs to teacher certification staff, districts, and educators. In addition, this position will support the Teacher Certification Team in meeting educator and district certification needs during high application times and when the certification team is backlogged on applications. As DEED continues to implement the Teacher Retention and Recruitment playbook, the Education Specialist 2 will also support key activities and programs as developed.Our organization, mission, and culture: Our organization, mission, and culture: The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is committed to providing information, resources, and leadership to schools, districts, parents, and the public in order to support an excellent education for every student every day. Staff at DEED are engaged in meaningful professional work in support of Alaska's most valuable resource – its children.The benefits of joining our team: The ideal candidate to join our friendly, hard-working team has a strong education background, skills in leading project management, and a disposition of service. As an Education Specialist for DEED, this position has the opportunity to work closely with districts and state education agencies to support best practice in teacher certification and assist the department in streamlining processes and providing effective, timely communication to partners.The working environment you can expect: This position is part of a small, high-functioning team. Our offices are conveniently located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in downtown Juneau or the 8th floor of the Atwood Building in downtown Anchorage. The office is in a central location with plenty of parking, nearby restaurants, and coffee shops.Who we are looking for: Knowledge of State of Alaska educator certification requirementsAbility to present complex laws, regulations, rules, and processes to audiences with varying levels of understandingAbility to read, understand, and interpret state and federal rules and regulations related the Alaska Reads Act and educator certificationExperience with project management, including management of collaborative working groupsExperience providing training to adult learners. Experience providing training to teachers and district staff is preferred.Special Notes: Alaska Initial, Professional, or Master Teacher Certification OR Type B Administrator Certification Driver's license desired, but not required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in education, one year of which was as a staff advisor/specialist, administrator, supervisor or consultant in planning, developing and maintaining standards and evaluating educational and vocational curricula or educational programs in a specialized field.Substitution: Appropriate graduate study may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the non-specialized experience to a maximum of two years.Special Note: Due to the duties assigned to a majority of these positions, applicants may be required to possess an Alaska Teacher Certificate at the time of employment and be required to maintain certification as a condition of employment. Specific endorsements may also be required. Documentation is included in the file of affected positions.Individual positions in this class may require expertise in a particular educational specialty. Recruitment and selection will be on the basis of these requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Colleen WalkerTeacher Certification AdministratorPhone: 907-269-3615colleen.walker@alaska.gov
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.The Department of Education and Early Development is recruiting for an Education Specialist 2 position in Juneau or Anchorage. This position is in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Anchorage - $3,144.75 biweekly payJuneau - $3,302.25 biweekly payWhat you will be doing: This position serves as the subject matter expert in The Educator Application & Certification Hub Alaska (TEACH AK) online teacher certification system and the Alaska Reads Act reading endorsement certification requirements for the certification team. This position will provide professional development and support in the implementation of both programs to teacher certification staff, districts, and educators. In addition, this position will support the Teacher Certification Team in meeting educator and district certification needs during high application times and when the certification team is backlogged on applications. As DEED continues to implement the Teacher Retention and Recruitment playbook, the Education Specialist 2 will also support key activities and programs as developed.Our organization, mission, and culture: Our organization, mission, and culture: The Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) is committed to providing information, resources, and leadership to schools, districts, parents, and the public in order to support an excellent education for every student every day. Staff at DEED are engaged in meaningful professional work in support of Alaska's most valuable resource – its children.The benefits of joining our team: The ideal candidate to join our friendly, hard-working team has a strong education background, skills in leading project management, and a disposition of service. As an Education Specialist for DEED, this position has the opportunity to work closely with districts and state education agencies to support best practice in teacher certification and assist the department in streamlining processes and providing effective, timely communication to partners.The working environment you can expect: This position is part of a small, high-functioning team. Our offices are conveniently located on the 9th floor of the State Office Building in downtown Juneau or the 8th floor of the Atwood Building in downtown Anchorage. The office is in a central location with plenty of parking, nearby restaurants, and coffee shops.Who we are looking for: Knowledge of State of Alaska educator certification requirementsAbility to present complex laws, regulations, rules, and processes to audiences with varying levels of understandingAbility to read, understand, and interpret state and federal rules and regulations related the Alaska Reads Act and educator certificationExperience with project management, including management of collaborative working groupsExperience providing training to adult learners. Experience providing training to teachers and district staff is preferred.Special Notes: Alaska Initial, Professional, or Master Teacher Certification OR Type B Administrator Certification Driver's license desired, but not required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in education, one year of which was as a staff advisor/specialist, administrator, supervisor or consultant in planning, developing and maintaining standards and evaluating educational and vocational curricula or educational programs in a specialized field.Substitution: Appropriate graduate study may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the non-specialized experience to a maximum of two years.Special Note: Due to the duties assigned to a majority of these positions, applicants may be required to possess an Alaska Teacher Certificate at the time of employment and be required to maintain certification as a condition of employment. Specific endorsements may also be required. Documentation is included in the file of affected positions.Individual positions in this class may require expertise in a particular educational specialty. Recruitment and selection will be on the basis of these requirements.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Colleen WalkerTeacher Certification AdministratorPhone: 907-269-3615colleen.walker@alaska.gov
Salary : $3,145 - $3,302
