EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (health, dental, and-

Paid holidays and personal/prof dev

Job summary

State of California seeks an Education Programs Consultant to lead NBPTS incentive program administration and deliver professional learning initiatives across the Department. You will manage subsidies, approve funds distribution, and partner with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and NBPTS.

You will provide guidance, conduct workshops, respond to inquiries, and prepare monitoring reports. The role involves policy analysis, program evaluation, and collaboration with district

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NBPTS and related incentive programs.
• Experience with professional development and workshops.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and public speaking.
• Ability to interpret state and federal education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage NBPTS Incentive Program administration.
• Prepare subsidy applications and distribute funds.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance; conduct workshops.
• Collaborate with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and NBPTS.
• Prepare monitoring reports (fiscal and program).

Skills

NBPTS Incentive Program

Public Speaking

Verbal Communication

Workshop Facilitation

Job description

Job Posting:Education Program Consultant

Department of Education

JC-530069 -

JC-530069 - Education Program Consultant
EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

$8,237.00 - $10,310.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/10/2026

Under general supervision of the Education Administrator I of the Teacher and Leader Policy Office, in the Professional Learning Support Division and working cooperatively with program units throughout the Department, the Education Programs Consultant (EPC) works as a team leader, team member, and/or independently to implement the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Title II, Part A.

Manage the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Incentive Program. Prepare applications for the subsidy and incentive NBPTS programs. Provide guidance, technical assistance, respond to field inquiries, conduct workshops and presentations about the NBPTS Incentive Program. Oversee administration of the NBPTS Incentive program including the distribution of funds, correspondence for the signature of managers, and prepare monitoring reports (fiscal and program). Work in partnership with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and the NBPTS to administer the incentive program. Review all subsidy and incentive applications to ensure qualifications are met for the programs. Distribute funds to LEAs that will be disbursed to NBPTS incentive awardees. Distribute funds to the NBPTS to support subsidy awardees.

Develop, review, analyze, and interpret state and federal statutes, administrative regulations, policy documents, and departmental procedures and applicable research in the field of education. Prepare and recommend changes in legislation, regulations, and policies to facilitate the work of the Department. Promote educational programs and interventions that support high-quality professional learning for educators that advance student learning. Prepare written responses to internal and external inquiries, attend local and national conferences and workshops, make oral presentations, and represent the Department as assigned. Support the Providing Relevant, Inclusive Support that Matters for LGBTQ+ Students project. Provide technical assistance regarding statewide Gifted and Talented Education programs.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position isheadquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS CONSULTANT $8,237.00 - $10,310.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge and understanding of the National Board Teacher Certification Program, and educational reform efforts, particularly in the areas of professional learning, curriculum and instruction. Knowledge of the the ESEA Title II, Part A. Familiarity with current State Superintendent of Public Instruction's initiatives and State Board policies. Experience working with school districts, county offices of education, and professional development providers. Excellent communication abilities (both written and verbal), strong public-speaking and presenting skills, and good organizational habits are all essential.

Benefits

• Medicalbenefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Examination Information

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Please note : A separate application is required for the examination and must be submitted to the address on the examination bulletin.

To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.