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EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST I

Prekindergarten Program Specialist(s) * 4 openings

Recruitment #15-005055-0011

Main Purpose of Job

This is a contractual position responsible for programmatically monitoring the prekindergarten programs in compliance with the grant requirements of the Preschool Development Grant- Expansion Grant for program accountability.

POSITION DUTIES

Develops strategies and procedures which comply with the provisions of legislation authorizing the Judith P. Hoyer Early Child Care and Education Enhancement Program;  develops protocol, products, and technical assistance, services as specified in the grant for funding the design and operation of prekindergarten and to promote school readiness through the development and expansion of collaborative approaches to the delivery of high quality, comprehensive, full day prekindergarten programs and comprehensive support services; monitors and evaluates all activities of the prekindergarten expansion cites operated by local boards of education and community-based programs; provides technical assistance to local school systems regarding the intent in the design and operation of prekindergarten expansion sites, assuring that funded programs meet state-approved goals and objectives; supports the independent evaluator in conducting a long-term evaluation of the prekindergarten expansion sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: A Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post baccalaureate course work in Early Childhood Education, Educational Administration/Supervision or a related Educational field.    

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of professional experience in coordinating or administering an education program or service directly related to Early Learning.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of Maryland’s Early Learning development programs and assessments; knowledge of early childhood pedagogy; knowledge of State and Federal laws, policies, issues and regulations governing education programs for Early Learning students; skill in developing and presenting staff development; ability to support teachers and administrators; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships; ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply for this position online go to MSDE Jobs on JobAps which is the preferred method for submitting your application/attachments.  Using this method will allow you to access your documents for future recruitments for which you apply and to verify that the appropriate documents have been attached to the recruitment that requires them.  

If you utilize fax or regular mail as the option to submit required attachments, you will need to resubmit these documents each time you apply for a new position that requires the attachments.  Additionally, you must include the following information on each page of the attachment you submit in order to ensure that we append the attachments to the correct recruitment: First and Last Name, Recruitment Number, and the last 4 digits of your SS# and application for Education Program Specialist I, Prekindergarten Program Specialist under the Division of Early Childhood Development CTR 215-15, Jobaps # 15-005055-0011.

Mailing Address: Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Human Resources, 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland  21201. Fax: 410-333-8950 – This fax number is for Department of Education recruitment actions only.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. For inquiries or an MSDE Application, contact 410-767-0019 or TTY/TDD 410-333-3045 or visit our website at www.marylandpublicschools. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and travel throughout the state are required.  Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

Closing Date: June 5, 2015

SELECTION PROCESS:  Please provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you satisfy the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.  




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