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Education Consultant-ELA
Job Description
Posting Number
PG192871SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Education Consultant-ELAAnticipated Hiring Range
$57,000 - $63,000Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., some weekends and evenings, some travelJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Urban Affairs & Community ServAbout the Department
Founded in 1966, the Center for Urban Affairs and Community Services (CUACS) extends the educational research capabilities of North Carolina State University (NCSU) to governmental and community agencies. The Center operates under a mandate to provide research and technical assistance to state and local government as well as to the faculty and staff of NCSU.
As part of the Center’s work with state government, a new program Technical Outreach to Public Schools (TOPS) was established to support functions critical to public education K-12. NCSU will collaborate in areas of mutual interest with the North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction (NCDPI) to support public schools in educational areas of high priority. Specifically, NCSU will work with NCDPI in applying research and development skills to major educational and technological issues and by providing product and quality control support to the measurement of educational performance in the state’s 115 local school systems. TOPS will: 1) provide research, technical, and training assistance in carrying out assessments on a statewide basis; 2) develop tests and provide support for technological improvements for data-driven decision-making; 3) conduct needs assessment and research studies in priority areas of mutual interest. These work activities are highly sensitive and confidential and are technically complex.
As part of the Center’s work with state government, a new program Technical Outreach to Public Schools (TOPS) was established to support functions critical to public education K-12. NCSU will collaborate in areas of mutual interest with the North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction (NCDPI) to support public schools in educational areas of high priority. Specifically, NCSU will work with NCDPI in applying research and development skills to major educational and technological issues and by providing product and quality control support to the measurement of educational performance in the state’s 115 local school systems. TOPS will: 1) provide research, technical, and training assistance in carrying out assessments on a statewide basis; 2) develop tests and provide support for technological improvements for data-driven decision-making; 3) conduct needs assessment and research studies in priority areas of mutual interest. These work activities are highly sensitive and confidential and are technically complex.
Essential Job Duties
The Education Consultant-ELA position provides curriculum expertise in coordination and implementation. Will serve as ELA content specialist/curriculum expert in the development, review, revision, and evaluation of multiple-choice, performance, and other assessment-type test items in the development of statewide assessment and in the creation of related scoring rubrics/training materials for grades 3-5 ELA with experience in teaching Grads 3-5. The primary task is the production of polished final assessment/test items for statewide assessments of NCDPI-determined standards. Some positions required conducting client training including how to create and review assessment items and how to use assessment data in instruction. Work with the team to generate accurate and informative training materials. Conduct professional training following guidelines and protocols set by the program manager. Some travel required occasional weekend and evening work due to delivery deadlines. Office environment with over half of the work involving viewing printed material and using computers. Knowledge of copyrights procedures/rules for work with various selections selected for assessment purposes. Specifically, key responsibilities are:
- Develop, revise, and evaluate assessment items and test forms for 3-5 in the assigned content area. Develop, revise, and evaluate assessment items and test forms for 3-5 in the assigned content area. Will develop, revise, and evaluate multiple-choice and extended response test items and forms for ELA (including alternate assessments) and assist in guiding advisory groups in this process. Will work with others to ensure that items are aligned with the curriculum set by NCDPI. Will coordinate and work with contractor(s) to develop sound assessment/test items that meet NCDPI specified criteria. Will produce polished and final test forms and items. Will monitor item pools and assignment of item writing contracts using the online item writing system.
- Create and prepare training materials for sessions with advisory committees, teachers, and other professionals and maintain information used in online item writing and scoring system for assigned content areas. Create and prepare training materials for sessions with advisory committees, teachers, and other professionals and maintain information used in online item test development system. Will create and locate appropriate English/Language Arts selections as well as work with contractor(s) to locate aligned selections for the assigned content area. Will assist in developing and preparing training materials for ELA, including alternate assessments. Will lead in direct creation or selection and location of contractors to prepare materials linking curriculum instruction and assessment. Will work cooperatively with supervisor and content manager to make decisions concerning selection of appropriate training materials. Create training materials for use in online item writing system including development and scoring of writing prompts, development of English/language arts multiple-choice, extended response, and performance items. Assist in developing and preparing training materials for the distributive scored performance tests as needed including creation of score reports and training and guide sets. This includes creation and/or review of materials related to online writing assessment system (training and guide sets, rubrics, prompts, and scoring materials).
- Assist with special test development projects as necessary. Will assist other test development staff with various projects on an as-needed and as-available basis. This includes creation and/or review of materials related to online writing assessment system (training and guide sets, rubrics, prompts, and scoring materials) and the development of assessments for non-tested areas and for formative assessments; and creating assessment prototypes used to guide and inform instruction.
Other Responsibilities
- Must be proficient in word, excel, and PowerPoint, and use internet online applications and search engines.
- The position must be proficient at managing and analyzing test data.
- Prefer experience in working with large databases and working instructional resources for 3-5 education.
Minimum Experience/Education
Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Educational Media, or Related Discipline with coursework in Curriculum Development or Learning Theory; or a Bachelor’s degree in the assigned discipline and two years of experience in teaching, educational testing, or instructional design and curriculum development; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and use internet online applications and search engines.
Proficient at managing and analyzing test data.
Proficient at managing and analyzing test data.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Educational Media, or Related Discipline with coursework in Curriculum Development or Learning Theory; or a Bachelor’s Degree in the assigned discipline and three (3) years of experience in Teaching, Educational Testing, or Instructional Design and Curriculum Development in the assigned area; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Prefer experience in working with large databases and working with instructional resources for 3-5 ELA education.
Prefer experience in working with large databases and working with instructional resources for 3-5 ELA education.
Required License or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
12/02/2022Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
12/09/2022Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
In addition to completing this application, please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.
Position Number
00046695Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Educational ConsultantPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$35,648 - $100,700Salary Grade Equivalency
GN15Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventTime Limited Position
YesTime-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
6 monthsIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment Id
094001 - Urban Affairs & Community ServAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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