The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Continuous Improvement & Support, Division of Innovative Learning, has an opening for an Education Program Consultant.
OUR MISSION
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES- Equity
- Achievement
- Collaboration
- Integrity
The department's major activities include:- Administering the statewide assessment and accountability system;
- Providing technical assistance to schools and districts in the areas of finance, management and curriculum;
- Providing support and information to the Kentucky Board of Education as it promulgates state education regulations;
- Overseeing the state education technology system; and
- Monitoring school and district compliance with state and federal laws.
- Providing instructional services to students at Kentucky School for the Blind, Kentucky School for the Deaf and the Area Technology Centers.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Provides consultative services and technical assistance to local school district personnel and other state and private educational agencies in the development, coordination, implementation and monitoring of educational programs.
Provides direct consultation and coaching to district teams on local accountability systems, ensuring alignment with state goals and the United We Learn vision for learner-centered education.
Designs and facilitate professional learning experiences and lead statewide or regional convenings focused on innovative practices in learning, assessment, and accountability.
Curate, refine, and promote tools, resources, and exemplary that support schools and districts in creating accountability systems that foster vibrant learning, community partnerships, and learner competencies.
Leads or support pilot programs, innovation initiatives, and grant-funded projects by monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and scaling successful models across the state.
Leads or support pilot programs, innovation initiatives, and grant-funded projects by monitoring progress, evaluating outcomes, and scaling successful models across the state.
Collect, analyze, and synthesize district-level data to inform decision-making and communicate progress through reports, dashboards, and visual presentations.
Contributes to broader division initiatives such as Portrait of a Learner, Vibrant Learning Experiences, and the Kentucky Innovative Teacher Fellowship to advance equitable and innovative learning environments statewide.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills:- Experience using data to tell compelling stories, design accessible visualizations, and inform decision-making.
- Demonstrated success leading professional learning, stakeholder engagement, and systems-level implementation.
- Strong knowledge of continuous improvement processes and accountability systems, with experience applying evidence-based and emerging practices to design and evaluate innovative approaches in education.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly.
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving abilities, with experience working across diverse teams and organizations.
- High level of organization, integrity, and accountability.
- Proven ability to work independently, managing multiple projects effectively while meeting deadlines.
- Commitment to KDE's mission and the Kentucky United We Learn vision of creating more vibrant, learner-centered education systems.
Benefits and Perks:· Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
· Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account
· Optional Insurance (Dental/Vision)
· Life Insurance
· Retirement savings.
· Paid Leave (annual, sick, compensatory, jury, voting, election, military)
· Paid holidays (12.5 days per year, 13.5 days in a Presidential Election year)
· Deferred Compensation/Free Financial Planning Program
· Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
· A collaborative and innovative work environment.
· Flexible Work Schedules
· Employee Resource Groups
· Employee Recognition
· Employee Wellness Programs
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a master's degree in education or a related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
Three years of professional experience in education, career and technical education, or a related field.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Current Rank II or Rank I certification by the Department of Education or 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.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
NONE
Pay Grade: 16 Gross Monthly Salary Range: $4,230.04 - $5,169.40 Position Number: 31037412 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 are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment is given.
In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel CabinetInquiries about this position should be directed to: Anitra Williams, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601; Fax: 502-564-6771. Email:
anitra.williamsl@education.ky.gov The closing date to apply for this position: December 9, 2025. This position is eligible for consideration for a hybrid work schedule at an alternative educational workstation. Occasional reporting to Frankfort is required. The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky. The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky's public schools and districts as they implement the state's P-12 education requirements. The department also serves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities.
The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-member Kentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners and divisions within those offices are administered by division directors.
The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the Kentucky School for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518 employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state.
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at
1-888-897-7781 or
https://dhs.gov/e-verify.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D