CIVICS & SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION CONSULTANT (JOB ID: 34358) On Site, New Hampshire

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Education

Division of Learner Support

Bureau of Instructional Support

25 Hall Street

Concord, NH 03301 

On-Site in New Hampshire

Civics & Social Studies Education Consultant

Salary Range: $62,757.50-$74,275.50

Position #45031 

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of Learner Support & Bureau of Instructional Support has a full-time vacancy for a Civics & Social Studies Education Consultant.

REQUIRED:  APPLY DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE AT NH.GOV

Summary:

To plan, develop, coordinate and monitor Civics and Social Studies K-12 educational programs in NH schools to ensure compliance with state regulations by providing technical assistance and consulting services.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS - See Per 405.1.

18 Months of additional relevant experience = Associate's degree

36 Months of additional relevant experience = Bachelor's degree

54 Months of additional relevant experience = Master's degree

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master's degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in Education or a master’s degree relevant to the position.

Experience: Seven years' experience in the field of education, five years of which must be relevant experience in Social Studies and Civics K-12 instruction.

Preferred Qualifications: Education and experience in developing and providing professional learning opportunities in Social Studies, Civics and World Languages. Grant writing and/or management experience.

License/Certification: Eligibility for NH educational certification. Eligibility for New Hampshire driver’s license and/or access to transportation for use in statewide travel.

Responsibilities:

· Conducts reviews and evaluations of educational programming in Civics, Social Studies and World Languages in K-12 schools. Analyzes local school data, makes comparisons to state and national data, and develops recommendations and plans to improve programming. Then supports the implementation of improvement plans by providing technical assistance to schools and programs.

· Conducts onsite monitoring and desk monitoring of educational standards, assessments and practices for K-12 Civics, Social Studies and World Languages content area and develops plans recommending approval actions and provides technical support in implementing improvement actions.

· Analyzes and interprets federal and state legislation and regulations for content standards, assessments and practices for K-12 Civics, Social Studies and World Languages content area for the purpose of implementing educational programs in NH K-12 schools, and to ensure compliance with state policies and regulations.

· Creates, designs and develops professional development materials to instruct the educational community, parents, and other stakeholders on the standards, instruction, assessment, promising practices and professional growth related to Civics, Social Studies and World Languages.

· Evaluates, analyzes, and interprets current research and recommendations for improving Civics, Social Studies and World Languages K-12; disseminate information relative to promising practices and assessments to local educators, educational agencies, businesses and professional associations in meeting community needs.

· Prepares annual and regular reports, publications, and studies related to standards, instruction, assessment and professional development in Civics, Social Studies and World Languages K-12.

· Explains and defends operational practices and educational programming; provides testimony, when requested, regarding proposed changes in state laws affecting standards, instruction, and professional development in Civics, Social Studies and World Languages K-12.

· Prepares grant requests, plans and implements grant submissions programs including preparing budgets, researching funding opportunities, monitoring expenditures, identifying support agencies, and tracking results.

For further information please contact Jessica Lescarbeau Jessica.L.Lescarbeau@doe.nh.gov or 603-271-3808.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964