The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL), Division of Program Standards (DPS) has an opening for an Academic Program Consultant focusing on Secondary Mathematics.
This position will assist in the review and revision of the Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Mathematics and support implementation of the standards by developing resources and high-quality professional learning (HQPL) for teachers, schools, districts and partners to ensure access to high-quality, grade-level mathematics learning experiences statewide.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop resources to support the implementation of the KAS for Mathematics.
Assist in the standards revision process as outlined in KRS 158.6453 for the KAS for Mathematics.
Develop guidance and tools to support effective implementation of KAS for Mathematics.
Provide customer support through various communications (synchronous and asynchronous professional learning, email, phone, webinars) to support schools and districts in implementing the KAS for Mathematics.
Designs and delivers high-quality professional learning through synchronous and asynchronous formats, including in-person sessions, webinars and digital platforms such as the KY Learning Hub.
Provide guidance to support implementation of high-quality instructional resources in mathematics.
Promote the vision for high-quality mathematics instruction through KDE communication channels.
Work with internal and external partners to support the implementation of the KAS for Mathematics.
Collaborate with educational and community organizations and statewide mathematics organizations to scale implementation and promote coherence statewide.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills:Expertise in Secondary Mathematics Content & Pedagogy – Strong knowledge of secondary mathematics content, current instructional practices, and mathematical proficiency (conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, problem solving, etc.).
Clear & Concise Writing – Ability to craft accessible reports, guidance documents, and instructional materials.
Information Synthesis – Skilled in analyzing and integrating complex research, policy documents, and educational trends.
Knowledge of the KAS for Mathematics – Understanding of the state standards document and expectations.
Professional Development Facilitation – Ability to design and facilitate training sessions and coach educators in best practices to support implementation of the KAS for Mathematics.
Required Experience and Education: Must be a graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education or a related field.
Must have five years of professional experience in education.
Current Rank II or Rank I certification by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board will substitute for the required educational requirement.
Additional professional experience in the field of education will substitute for the required educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Must have professional experience in Secondary Mathematics instruction .
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Applicants currently under contract with a local school district or regional educational cooperative are required to provide a written release from their superintendent or director prior to an offer of employment will be given. NOTE: This position will be filled through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). The applicant selected for this position must be an employee of a Kentucky local school district, regional educational cooperative, or institution of higher education. TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, please send your resume and letter of interest directly to: Christy Ricketts, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601. Email:
christy.ricketts@education.ky.gov Applications are not kept on file and must be resubmitted. This position will remain open until filled. An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D