What are the responsibilities and job description for the Literacy Consultant - Education Consultant 11-P13 position at State of Michigan?
Job Description
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
The Office of Educational Supports is an office within the Division of Assessment, School Improvement, and Systems Support . OES provides support to local education agencies, including PSAs, to develop and implement programs and services funded with supplementary Federal or State funds to accelerate student achievement through continuous improvement and close achievement gaps for the most at-risk students. OES supports MDE policy development on a range of issues, including research-based strategies to support learning, equitable educational experiences, supports for school turnaround, the closure of achievement gaps, coordination of services, and tools for instructional techniques to increase learning.
Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.
Position Summary: This position serves as the dyslexia consultant collecting, researching and disseminating structured literacy practices that are aligned with the Science of Reading for teaching and learning in grades K-12. A primary function will be to support and monitor the development and implementation of requirements outlined in Public Act 146 of 2024, the K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Laws. This position will also provide support and monitor the development and implementation of early literacy coaching programs/initiatives.
Position Description: Education Consultant 11-P13
Job Specification: Education Consultant 11-P13
State Of Michigan Benefits
Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education And Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements And Information
Your submittal is considered complete with the following required document s:
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
The Office of Educational Supports is an office within the Division of Assessment, School Improvement, and Systems Support . OES provides support to local education agencies, including PSAs, to develop and implement programs and services funded with supplementary Federal or State funds to accelerate student achievement through continuous improvement and close achievement gaps for the most at-risk students. OES supports MDE policy development on a range of issues, including research-based strategies to support learning, equitable educational experiences, supports for school turnaround, the closure of achievement gaps, coordination of services, and tools for instructional techniques to increase learning.
Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.
Position Summary: This position serves as the dyslexia consultant collecting, researching and disseminating structured literacy practices that are aligned with the Science of Reading for teaching and learning in grades K-12. A primary function will be to support and monitor the development and implementation of requirements outlined in Public Act 146 of 2024, the K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Laws. This position will also provide support and monitor the development and implementation of early literacy coaching programs/initiatives.
Position Description: Education Consultant 11-P13
Job Specification: Education Consultant 11-P13
State Of Michigan Benefits
Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education And Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements And Information
Your submittal is considered complete with the following required document s:
- Completed Application
- Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
- Official copy of transcripts (if applicable)
- Cover Letter
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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