Job Description
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE Job ID: 26948
Agency: Department of Education - Division of Special Education and Early Learning
Location: Pierre or Remote within South Dakota
Salary: $26.72 - $33.39 per hour, depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: 05/31/2024
The Department of Education is looking for a qualified individual to serve as the Early Childhood Program Specialist (619 Coordinator) in the Office of Special Education Programs. As the Early Childhood Program Specialist, you will support districts and early childhood providers through professional development and technical assistance by collecting and analyzing special education preschool data to assist with improving special education preschool programs and outcomes. This position collaborates with the Birth to Three Program and the Head Start Collaborative Office as well as other local, state, and national entities. The position will support additional efforts in special education programs and provide technical assistance to a region of the state on special education policies and procedures to families and school districts for students with disabilities ages 3 to 21.
Flexible start date depending on candidate availability.
WE NEED YOUR SKILLS TO SUPPORT SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND SCHOOL DISTRICTS IMPROVE RESULTS FOR CHILDREN! Job opportunities include but are not limited to:
- Provide effective early childhood evidence based professional development opportunities for schools and providers statewide.
- Coordinate services and transition requirements with other programs including Birth to Three and Headstart programs.
- Develop, manage, and deliver Battelle Developmental Inventory-3 training statewide via on-line.
- Advise teachers and administrators on the implementation of state and federal procedures, practices, and programs.
- Provide general special education technical assistance, spanning preschool to 12 th grade, to administrators, teachers, and parents over the phone and through email for a designated region.
- Attend workshops, meetings, and conferences to remain up to date and present on trends and developments for special education programs and students with disabilities.
- Collect and analyze state performance plan data, assist in preparation of federal reporting, and providing reports.
What we offer to you beyond the paycheck: - Health Insurance ($0 employee-only premium option)
- Well-Being Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Basic Life Insurance Coverage (free to employees)
- Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System
- Vacation Leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
- Sick Leave (14 paid sick days)
- Paid Family Leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption of a child)
- Military Leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Semimonthly Pay Periods
For additional information regarding the benefits offered to state employees, please visit: https://bhr.sd.gov/benefits/ .
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position and year-round. This position includes in and out of state travel. In state travel may consist of day trips and overnight trips with 1 to 3 trips a month during Sept to April, out of state trips range from 3-5 days with approximately 2 trips a year. State vehicle is available, and reimbursement is made for travel at state rates: https://bhr.sd.gov/files/travelrates.pdf
Some information related to this program can be found at: http://doe.sd.gov/sped/Early-Intervention.aspx and http://doe.sd.gov/sped/ .
Preference will be given to applicants able to work at the Pierre Location. Will consider remote employment in SD. For remote applicants, during the six-month probationary period, at least 50% of the time would be required to be spent in the Pierre office (travel costs would be supported at state rate). The employee will have to demonstrate experience and knowledge of necessary department procedures and position content knowledge to be considered a full remote employee.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A minimum of a B.S. in Early Childhood, Special Education, or related field. Experience working in early childhood or special education is preferred.
Knowledge of:
- State and Federal rules and laws pertaining to education including Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA);
- Early Childhood Special Education;
- data based decision making skills;
- SD's K-12 schools, educational cooperative and agencies serving students with disabilities;
- effective and efficient work practices.
It is not expected that the successful candidate be fully knowledgeable about all job duties and training and support will be provided, however, the position will require a great deal of independent learning.
Skill to:
- provide training, guidance, and feedback to help others develop specific knowledge and skills needed to perform tasks;
- actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues;
- effectively communicate in oral and written communications in a variety of situations such as presenting to large and small groups, Telephone conversations, email, webinars, and letters;
- effectively manage time on multiple short and long term tasks;
- organize and lead projects.
Ability to:
- develop and maintain professional relationships with coworkers, administrators, teachers, parents, and other contacts;
- attend to details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
- treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
- display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
- set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of projects and assignments;
- lead and train diverse groups of adult learners;
- work both independently and within groups with ability to problem solve and build consensus;
- efficiently and effectively operate a computer, applicable software, peripheral equipment, and videoconferencing equipment.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=POZ
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"