Education Consultant II - ROPA Coordinator

Result's Oriented Program Approval (ROPA) is a performance-based approach to the review of educator preparation programs in Vermont. All programs that wish to recommend educators for licensure in Vermont must seek approval through this state program or an approved national alternative. The Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators oversees the ROPA approval process and determines approval status.

The ROPA Coordinator is a member of the Pre-service Team within the Educator Quality Division at the Agency of Education (AOE) with responsibilities for the review, evaluation and report of findings of Vermont educator preparation programs. Additional responsibilities include processing of transcript review applications and supporting multiple licensing processes during peak time.

This position is fully remote with a requirement to be in the office one day a month. In addition, frequent in-state travel and overnight trips are required, with opportunities for occasional out-of-state travel.

This position, Education Consultant II (Job Requisition #51669), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Andrew Prowten at andrew.prowten@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Normal office working conditions generally prevail. Incumbent must be able to interact, work, and deal with department staff, educators, state, federal, and local officials, and the general public. Evening and weekend work may be required. Considerable travel is necessary for which an incumbent must possess private means of transportation.

Five (5) years or more of experience in a field related to education, teaching, or provision of related student support services.
OR
Two (2) years or more of experience as an Education Consultant I within the State of Vermont.

Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a related field
Knowledge of and experience in education preparation programs
Experience with accrediting bodies
Experience with Program evaluation
Experience in training and facilitating teams for program evaluation/ observation/ data collection for compliance reporting
Excellent facilitation and presentation skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to organize and execute multiple projects simultaneously
Competency with basic technology (Office/Google Suite, virtual meetings, basic web design, on-line surveys, etc.)

Some positions may have certification requirements or other special requirements.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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