Introduction

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. Working at DPI offers you the opportunity to build on our long-standing commitment to public education so that students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities.

At DPI, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our organizational values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor. These values guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. When employees are respected and valued for who they are and staff are held accountable for demonstrating that respect to others, we believe it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

Our employees enjoy an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We have a team-oriented atmosphere, focus on work-life balance, and offer flexible work schedules for most positions. Click this video to learn more about the benefits of working at DPI.

The Title I Continuous Improvement Team within the Division for Student & School Success is seeking applicants for a Title I Continuous Improvement Education Consultant position. Do you enjoy providing professional learning and coaching to education leaders? Are you interested in supporting districts and schools in their efforts to implement continuous improvement? This position has an equity focus and will provide you with the opportunity to do important work for students most in need. If this sounds like something you are interested in, please apply!

Position Summary

The primary function of this position is to provide, as a member of a team, expert leadership for school and district transformation support in accordance with Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). This position will support the work of the Title I Continuous Improvement Team to ensure educational equity and success for all students by administering funds and providing support to students, families, educators, and communities. This position will lead transformation work in identified districts with the improvement and/or development of systems to enhance continuous improvement, change adult practices, and enhance education equity. Provide support, guidance, and coaching to school leaders in developing evidence-based improvement strategies and progress monitoring for implementation that is sustainable. Coordinate and facilitate professional learning to strengthen district capacity to support school leaders in changing adult practices. Duties include:

• Providing consultation and intensive technical assistance to Title I schools/districts in the areas of high-quality instructional materials, instruction, and assessment strategies, instructional resources, and research related to helping all students, especially those historically underserved to meet high standards.
• Monitoring and providing support to schools that are identified as needing improvement and receiving federal funds (e.g., basic, and intensive technical assistance and professional development) regarding curriculum, instructional practice, assessment, and overall program design.
• Providing support and expertise to districts in their efforts to implement and scale up evidence-based practices and reform initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Reviewing/approving grant applications and providing related technical assistance.
• Maintaining the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Title I guidelines and other reference material essential to the Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) participation in these programs.
• Design and conduct or otherwise arrange for relevant professional learning sessions based on current research to match instruction goals pursued in Title I schools; coordinate professional learning within the parameters of ESEA, and other state reforms; and help guide school districts with schools in the effective implementation of innovations.
• Coordinate and facilitate professional learning for identified schools and districts supporting targeted, evidence-based strategies for transformation.

For more information, please view the complete position description .

Salary Information

Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $34.00 - $47.00 per hour (approximately $70,720 - $97,760 per year). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire. This position is in pay schedule 13, range 02. A one-year probationary period will be required.

This position offers excellent benefits . The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

Job Details

This position has the option to work 100% remote with a requirement that the employee is expected to have access to secure high speed internet. Please note this position will require travel to and within Milwaukee and Racine. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

The position is headquartered at 125 S. Webster Street in Madison, WI, and employees are required to report there on their first day of employment. The employee may need to report to their headquarter location as operational needs require. Reimbursement for traveling to or from the employee's headquarters is not provided (e.g., mileage, meals, parking, lodging, etc.).

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications .

A minimally qualified applicant must have experience with all the below:

• Performing a leadership/mentorship/coordination role in an urban educational setting
• Training on or implementing continuous improvement principles
• Developing and/or analyzing school or district improvement plans for state or federal required improvement activities in an urban setting
• Coaching in a K-12 work environment (e.g., team lead, mentor, consultant, etc.)
• Leadership in planning and conducting or arranging and consulting for professional learning activities

Well-qualified applicants will also have experience:

• Identifying and addressing practices that have resulted in inequitable outcomes
• Developing and implementing systemic change to improve outcomes for students or school improvement
• Expertise in professional learning communities, data literacy, or leadership practices

How To Apply

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Your resume should include the following:

• Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying.
• Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used.
• Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the "Qualifications" section of the assessment.
• Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.

Your letter of qualifications should include:

• Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken.
• Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for.
• Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.

What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:

Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records. This document is not a letter of recommendation that someone else wrote about you.

Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Questions? Please contact the recruiter at:
Amanda Edl

Human Resources Specialist-Senior

Department of Public Instruction

Phone: (608) 266-2813

Email: Amanda.Edl@dpi.wi.gov

Deadline to Apply

The deadline for this announcement is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2024.