Instructional Support and Professional Learning Coordinator - Non-Classified

Colorado Department of Education – What We Do 
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education, CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally.   If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE
The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!
The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

• Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
• Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals.
• Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) www.copera.org.
• Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply).
• Paid professional development opportunities.

A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority relative to others performing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.Work Environment:

• Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs.
• 50% Travel required within Denver Metro/Downtown within the state of Colorado for Meetings/Training.
• A Remote (Home) office is required.
• Required to report to the work location per business needs.
• Essential Functions (ADAAA)
  • LIGHT/Office environment: 
    • Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time.
    • May be required to lift and move up to 10 lbs of force frequently or 20 lbs occasionally.
    • Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc.
    • Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Position Summary:
The Adult Education Initiatives (AEI) Office supports Colorado adults in building the academic and workforce skills needed to pursue further education, employment, and greater economic opportunity. As part of Colorado Department of Education’s (CDE’s) Student Pathways and Engagement (SPE) division, AEI works with entities across the state to expand access to high-quality adult education and strengthen pathways to learning, training, and employment. 

The AEI Support and Professional Learning Coordinator supports grantees (school districts, non-profits, community colleges, libraries) that receive state Adult Education and Literacy Act and federal Adult Education and Family Literacy Act competitive grants in order to efficiently and effectively provide adult education instruction across Colorado. The coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering professional learning related to adult academic instruction, effective program management (e.g. policy compliance, fiscal compliance), and data analysis, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. Support to grantees may include phone calls, emails and on-site visits. 

1.) Oversee course content for the Adult Basic Education Authorization (ABEA) while working with Colorado Department of Education's (CDE’s) Licensing Department for applicant authorization approval. 

2.) Manage ABEA compliance, approval and renewal processes with adult education teaching staff throughout Colorado, in coordination with CDE's Licensing Department. 

3.) Ensure grantee compliance with the ABEA and support grantee achievement of program implementation and outcomes.  

4.) Develop strategies, with input from AEI staff, for grantee professional learning needs, including individualized technical assistance, professional learning events, resource sharing, and online course development to meet the needs of grantee staff and ensure grantees have access to research-based best practices in adult education. 

5.) Develop strategies with grantees to meet federal performance measures, including workforce training, employment outcomes and measurable skill gains using research-based practices (high school equivalency attainment, entrance into postsecondary education and assessment level gains). 

6.) Create and deliver professional learning opportunities to grantee staff through a variety of strategies; including in-person, virtual synchronous and asynchronous and other modalities to ensure equitable access to opportunities for Colorado grantees. In-person professional learning opportunities will take place in multiple regions throughout the state to support grantee access and participation. 

7.) Analyze data and collaborate with AEI staff to identify and implement technical assistance strategies. 

8.) Provide advanced technical assistance to local programs in developing, implementing and sustaining effective professional learning. 

9.) Implement and track compliance for State Leadership Activities under Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Sec. 223 as part of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Program. 

10.) Initiate improvements to operational policies and procedures based on analysis of performance and operational capacity in support of the CDE’s strategic plan and WIOA.
11.) Monitor and report on effectiveness of professional learning activities implemented by AEI staff, including follow up surveys and data analysis. 

12.) Develop and update technical assistance modules in Moodle, including developing modules for other state agencies' staff around WIOA implementation. 

13.) Identify and disseminate best practices in adult education programming and implementation. 

14.) Create and manage strategies for the effective implementation of CDE’s learning management system (Moodle) as a professional learning tool. 

15.) Direct the ABEA standards alignment process. 

16.) Serve as AEI specialist in The Adults with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance, including ensuring grantee compliance with ADA requirements and best practices in Universal Design.  

17.) Monitor and ensure compliance with the College and Career Readiness Standards and the English Language Proficiency Standards for adult education. 

18.) Serve as a subject matter expert, along with other AEI staff, in presenting Colorado’s best practices in adult education. 

19.) Collaborate with Program Coordinators to engage in completing the landscape analysis meetings. 

20.) Track completion of AEI sponsored professional learning activities and award certificates of completion as appropriate. 

21.) Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor
MINIMUM EDUCATION  AND EXPERIENCE  REQUIREMENTS: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, adult education, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, or a closely related field; OR

Experience Only

• Three (3) years of professional experience in adult education, instructional support, educator professional learning, or education program coordination. AND

• Two (2) years of experience designing and delivering professional learning or technical assistance for educators, adult learners, or education program staff.
• Two (2) years of experience applying adult learning principles and research-based instructional practices to develop training, instructional resources, or curriculum.
• Two (2) years of experience collecting, analyzing, and using instructional or program performance data to identify needs and recommend improvements.
• Two (2) years of experience collaborating with education providers, community organizations, or workforce partners to support program implementation and outcomes.

Qualifications for Success in the Position: 

Preferred Qualifications (Preferred/Not Required):
Conditions of Employment (Required):

• Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.
• Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel
• Work extended schedule per business needs
• Report to work location per business needs
• Valid Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.
• Sign the acknowledgment form that this position is funded through federal funds and is subject to availability.
• Driving Required: To ensure the safety and efficiency of CDE operations, certain positions are designated as "Driving Required." These positions are required to safely operate a motor vehicle or a State of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle to complete the travel requirements. These positions are subject to a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and a valid driver’s license requirement if it meets the following criteria:
  • Travel Threshold: The position requires business-related travel at least 50% or more of standard working hours; AND
  • Operational Necessity: The travel requirements cannot be reasonably or efficiently met by alternative transportation (e.g., public transit, ride-sharing, or rail) due to:
    • Significant travel distances or out-of-state requirements.
    • A high frequency of stops at multiple locations throughout the workday.
    • The need to transport equipment or travel to areas where public transportation is unavailable or impractical.

Complete Applications must include:

• Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS.
• Cover Letter: Required - Attach Separately
• Resume: Required - Attach Separately
• Transcript: Required if using education to meet MQs - Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

**Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement close may result in your application being removed from consideration.**

** Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. 

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. 
 
Email Address:
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email.  Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email.  Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
 
The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].