Coordinator, Migrant Education

Salary Range: $84,047 - $135,450

*State Salary Guidelines apply for current State employees.

 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

200 West Baltimore Street 

Baltimore, MD 21201

The Migrant Education Coordinator will administer, manage, and improve educational programs for children of migrant farm workers and fishers; will be responsible for the identification and recruitment of migratory children; will collaborate with other organizations and programs that serve migratory children; and will manage the Maryland Migrant Student Records System and data that is needed to administer the migrant education programs at the State and local levels. This position oversees the Migrant Education Center which allows recruiters and coordinators to convene to support the Migrant Education Program (MEP).

The Migrant Education Coordinator will provide oversight, technical assistance, and support to LEAs regarding adherence to requirements of the Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) which provides programmatic and financial assistance to LEAs and schools with high numbers or high percentages of children from low­ income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards. This position will also support the implementation of specific Blueprint for Maryland's Future programs and Maryland State Department of Education's multiyear Strategic Plan initiatives.

• Represent MSDE at meetings and conferences related to identification and recruitment requirements, the MIS2000 program, transfer of migrant student data into the MSIX Federal mandated system, and consortium requirements.
• Coordinates the development of statistical profiles, evaluation reports, and reporting activities related to programs under migrant education.
• Reviews and validates accuracy of data for reports annually--(required and requested such as: Annual Federal Performance Report, State Migrant Education student information reports, data validation reports, Federal required Migrant Child Count Report, and Federal Consortium Reports) using Report Builder, Access, and Excel and other MSDE required data bases.
• Secures resources or support for Migrant Education Coordinators in LEAs.
• Provides technical assistance to LEAs on budget development, budget narratives, and completion of all MSDE budget forms as they relate to the grant application and program implementation.
• Coordinates training and professional learning opportunities for Migrant Coordinators, Recruiters, LEAs, MSDE staff and other stakeholders. 
• Reviews, approves and monitors the fidelity of the implementation of the approved Migrant Education Grant Program Application, i.e., instructional strategies, budget alignment and expenditure of funds in timely fashion, professional development, amendments, annual reports.
• Provides lead support and technical assistance to Title I Programs, Title I schools and school districts adhering to the requirements of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
• Monitors and provides lead technical assistance to schools, school systems, and MSDE staff on budget development, narratives, and completion of all MSDE budget forms.
• Provides support to the Office of School Improvement and Supports and assists with other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Director and/or School Support Manager. 

Experience: Five years of administrative or teaching experience in, or affiliated with, an education program, including two years of experience in coordinating or administering an education program or service directly related to Migrant Education or Title I, Part A. 

1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor's Degree with 7 years of the specified content experience to satisfy the Minimum Qualifications noted above.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to the position option for one year of the required experience.
3. The required field of education and experience are unique for each option and are established by MSDE in accordance with Education Article, Section 2-104 of the Annotated Code of Maryland.  The specific education and experience qualifications for each position are on record in the Human Resource Management Branch of the Division of Business Services.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Education Program classifications or Education Program specialty codes in the Education field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

• Experience managing the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• Experience with managing Title I or other federally funded grant programs. 
• Experience with the design and development of the process and materials to support the Migrant Education process and the state and federal guidelines and compliance.

If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and be faxed to 410-333-8950 or mailed to MSDE Office of Human Resources, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0019, TDD 410-333-3045. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities. If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Individuals with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

All application materials must be received in our office by the Closing Date.