Job Information
State of Minnesota Early Childhood Assessment & Standards Coordinator - Education Consultant 3 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Working Title: Early Childhood Assessment & Standards Coordinator
Job Class: Education Consultant 3
Agency: Education Department
Job ID : 77834
Location : Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-time
Regular/Temporary : Regular
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/24/2024
Closing Date : 07/8/2024
Bid Open Date : 06/24/2024
Bid Close Date : 07/01/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department *
Division/Unit : Early Learning Services*
Work Shift/Work Hours : Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $36.34 - $54.07 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : MAPE
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.
CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.
- In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including childcare and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. This position will transfer to DCYF.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Early Childhood Assessment and Standards Coordinator will be part of a dynamic Early Learning Services team at the newly created Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), supporting cross-agency and inter-departmental efforts to align, support, and enhance Minnesota’s comprehensive early childhood standards and assessment system. This position will support local and statewide efforts that ensure best practices around early childhood assessment and developmental standards for children.
As the Early Childhood Assessment and Standards Coordinator, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of ongoing continuous quality improvement of the early childhood components of Minnesota’s P3 Comprehensive Early Childhood Assessment System. You will also use research and stakeholder input to recommend improvements to the early childhood components the P3 assessment system and coordinate meaningful data analysis that will inform local-level policy development regarding early childhood outcomes and developmental standards. The Early Childhood Assessment and Standards Coordinator will support local school districts in the collection and reporting of assessment data and promote assessment literacy by facilitating training. You will do this by providing technical assistance that ensures data collection and assessment training adheres to best practices for children in early childhood programs and meets the needs of early care and education professionals responsible for implementing Minnesota’s Preschool Assessment system.
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
· Providing leadership in the coordination and implementation of assessment strategies across specific early learning initiatives.
· Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure children in a variety of settings are supported in the early childhood comprehensive assessment system.
· Facilitating the statewide implementation of Minnesota’s early childhood Assessment system and summarizing child outcome data.
Minimum Qualifications
· 3 years of professional experience demonstrating knowledge of child development and/or early childhood assessment OR a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of experience.
· Experience collaborating and engaging with diverse groups.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using data to inform continuous quality improvement efforts at state or local levels
Experience working with or in early care and education programs
Additional Requirements
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Records Check
Conflict of interest review
The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.