Early Learning Multi-Level Systems of Supports Education Consultant

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 PK-12 Instruction Section in the Bureau of Teaching and Learning is seeking applicants for an Early Learning Multi-Level Systems of Supports Education Consultant position. This position works closely with DPI colleagues, other state agencies, Wisconsin’s Indigenous Nations, school district leaders, and community partners to support early learning initiatives for children ages 3-8. If you are passionate about this work, we encourage you to apply. Position Summary This position, located in the Bureau of Teaching and Learning, PK-12 Instruction Section, provides pre-kindergarten to third grade state-level leadership to school districts for early learning competencies, standards, evidence-based and developmentally appropriate instruction, and assessment within a school district’s multi-level systems of supports. The responsibilities of this position are to provide state-level leadership in initiatives supporting students from pre-kindergarten to third grade, ages three through eight through collaboration across early learning multi-level systems of support. This leadership involves improving meaningful engagement and partnerships with families, collaborating with DPI content consultants to integrate and promote early learning initiatives, and providing technical assistance to Indigenous Nations in Wisconsin, statewide early learning initiatives, early learning engagement groups, and school district leadership. This position also focuses on supporting underserved student groups (e.g., students with socio-economic challenges, students with disabilities, students of color, and students with language learning needs). Lastly, this position is responsible for statewide early learning contracts and grant programs as well as early learning data collections and reporting. These responsibilities are accomplished by working as a collaborative member of the Bureau of Teaching and Learning, the DPI, and with individuals representing the Department of Children and Families and Department of Health Services, institutions of higher education, school districts, CESAs, and organizations representing the early learning education profession. For more information, please view the complete position description. Salary Information This position is in the Education Consultant classification. Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $35.00-$48.50 per hour (approximately $72,800 - $100,880 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 Remote Work: This position allows for up to 100% remote work within the State of Wisconsin, with the expectation that the employee maintains secure, high-speed internet access. Remote work from neighboring states may be approved only in very rare and limited circumstances. Please note that remote work arrangements may be rescinded at any time based on business needs, and employees may occasionally be required to report to a Wisconsin work location on short notice. Full-time work hours will take place between the hours of 6am-6pm Monday-Friday (8 hours/day). Travel: This position includes occasional in-state travel (i.e., about once per month) and infrequent out-of-s