Education Research & Evaluation Consultant for Teacher Preparation

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

Job summary

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is seeking an Education Research and Evaluation Consultant to lead efforts in developing, implementing, and continuously improving systems that monitor and enhance educator preparation quality.

The role emphasizes using data, research, and stakeholder input to guide policy, program design, and system-wide improvement across California's educator preparation landscape. Collaboration with diverse stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in educator preparation, accreditation, or related education policy work.
• Knowledge of CalTPA and credentialing processes.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Background leading improvement initiatives in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of assessment and accountability systems.
• Support program quality and continuous improvement across educator preparation.
• Use data, research, and stakeholder input to guide policy and design.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to improve educator preparation outcomes.

Skills

Education policy experience

Performance assessments

Data-driven evaluation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree

Job description

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is seeking an Education Research and Evaluation Consultant to lead efforts in developing, implementing, and continuously improving systems that monitor and enhance educator preparation quality.

The role emphasizes using data, research, and stakeholder input to guide policy, program design, and system-wide improvement across California's educator preparation landscape. Collaboration with diverse stakeholders is essential.