Education Consultant 3 - TL/ETWD

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Education – Office of Teaching & Learning is seeking a proactive professional to support LEADS implementation and LES evaluation. The role requires strong project management, data analysis, and the ability to train educators and leaders statewide.

You will liaise with school systems, developers, and LDOE staff, troubleshoot issues, and lead training sessions across Louisiana. A background in education and data systems is essential, with travel required.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
• Six years of full-time work experience plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
• A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
• An advanced degree plus three years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary liaison between school systems, LDOE staff, and technology developers to support the LES.
• Coordinate troubleshooting and resolve LES issues, communicate updates to users, and identify recurring challenges that require system improvements.
• Collaborate with technology developers to plan, prioritize, test, and implement LES enhancements that improve functionality and the user experience.
• Manage educator evaluation data reporting, including reviewing data for accuracy, developing reports, and responding to internal and external data requests.
• Develop and deliver training, presentations, and technical guidance to help school systems effectively navigate and utilize LES.
• Lead statewide LER and LLCR evaluator training, including preparing materials and facilitating sessions for large audiences.
• Provide technical assistance and implementation support to school systems on LEADS requirements, evaluation processes, and effective evaluation practices.
• Travel throughout Louisiana to conduct training, assist school systems, troubleshoot implementation challenges, and support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop guidance documents, resources, and communications that promote consistent LEADS implementation.
• Monitor system needs, stakeholder feedback, and evaluation data to recommend improvements to LES processes, resources, and statewide support.

Skills

Education data systems

Excel proficiency

Project coordination

Public speaking

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Travel statewide

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Advanced degree (e.g., M.Ed., Ed.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA

Office of Teaching & Learning - Educator Talent and Workforce Development

Job Focus Area

The Louisiana Department of Education is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and collaborative professional to support the statewide implementation of the Louisiana Educator Advancement and Development System (LEADS). This position plays a critical role in supporting the Louisiana Evaluation System (LES), providing professional learning to educators and school leaders, and ensuring school systems have the tools, resources, and guidance needed to implement educator evaluations effectively.

The selected candidate will serve as a primary liaison between school systems, LDOE staff, and technology developers to support the ongoing development, enhancement, and effective use of LES. Responsibilities include troubleshooting system issues, identifying improvement opportunities, coordinating system enhancements, and managing educator evaluation data and reporting.

This position will also lead statewide evaluator training for the Louisiana Educator Rubric (LER) and Louisiana Leader and Counselor Rubric (LLCR), deliver presentations to large audiences, and provide on-site technical assistance and implementation support to school systems throughout Louisiana.

The ideal candidate is a confident presenter, skilled problem-solver, and proactive project manager who can navigate complex technology systems, analyze data, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and manage multiple priorities. This position offers an opportunity to directly influence how educator evaluation supports professional growth, instructional improvement, and student outcomes across Louisiana.

Candidates with the following skills, abilities, and experience are encouraged to apply:

• Experience supporting the implementation, management, or continuous improvement of education data systems or technology platforms.
• Strong technical aptitude, including experience troubleshooting system issues, identifying user needs, and communicating with technology developers or technical support teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including analyzing large datasets, validating data, developing reports, and helping create dashboards or tracking tools.
• Experience coordinating projects, managing timelines, and overseeing multiple priorities involving internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience developing and delivering professional learning, training, or presentations to large audiences.
• Knowledge of educator evaluation systems, instructional practices, professional growth, or Louisiana's LEADS framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Experience providing technical assistance, training, or implementation support to school systems or other organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, investigate issues, and recommend improvements.
• Ability and willingness to travel statewide to provide training and support.

Seven years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR

An advanced degree plus three years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

1. Serve as a primary liaison between school systems, LDOE staff, and technology developers to support the Louisiana Evaluation System (LES).
2. Coordinate troubleshooting and resolve LES issues, communicate updates to users, and identify recurring challenges that require system improvements.
3. Collaborate with technology developers to plan, prioritize, test, and implement LES enhancements that improve functionality and the user experience.
4. Manage educator evaluation data reporting, including reviewing data for accuracy, developing reports, and responding to internal and external data requests.
5. Develop and deliver training, presentations, and technical guidance to help school systems effectively navigate and utilize LES.
6. Lead statewide Louisiana Educator Rubric (LER) and Louisiana Leader and Counselor Rubric (LLCR) evaluator training, including preparing materials and facilitating sessions for large audiences.
7. Provide technical assistance and implementation support to school systems on LEADS requirements, evaluation processes, and effective evaluation practices.
8. Travel throughout Louisiana to conduct training, assist school systems, troubleshoot implementation challenges, and support continuous improvement.
9. Collaborate with internal teams to develop guidance documents, resources, and communications that promote consistent LEADS implementation.
10. Monitor system needs, stakeholder feedback, and evaluation data to recommend improvements to LES processes, resources, and statewide support.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work days are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The Education Consultant 3 series has a special entrance rate (SER) of $28.97 hourly, $2,317.20 biweekly that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources

PO Box 94064

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

[e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.