English Language Arts (ELA) Program Manager

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Education is seeking an experienced English Language Arts Program Manager to lead statewide standards implementation and supervise ELA staff. The role requires coordinating across divisions, RESAs, and local education agencies to drive curriculum initiatives and professional learning aligned with GaDOE goals.

The position involves extensive in-person statewide travel, collaboration with advisory committees, and budget oversight for ELA initiatives; a strong background in

Qualifications

• GaPSC professional educator certification required or eligible.
• Master’s degree in education, education administration, ELA, or related field.
• Ten years in K-12 education, including at least three years as ELA classroom teaching and seven years in leadership roles.
• Excellent writing, verbal and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Align curriculum initiatives across divisions and collaborate with DOE divisions, RESAs, and stakeholders to implement program goals.
• Plan, schedule and organize statewide ELA professional learning activities for teachers, administrators, and RESA staff.
• Develop and refine ELA resources and web-based materials to support statewide standards.
• Coordinate and facilitate web-based and in-person professional learning.
• Develop program plans, guidelines, benchmarks, and communication.
• Evaluate and monitor effectiveness of professional learning formats.
• Provide technical assistance to local education agencies and state schools.
• Develop budgets and supervise disbursement of funds.
• Articulate policies to local agencies and state schools.
• Manage contracts for ELA standards and initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of current research.
• Analyze results and recommend improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in education/related field

Bachelor’s degree in education/administration/related field

GaPSC certification

L-5 certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: English Language Arts (ELA) Program Manager Job Requisition ID: JR0000001628 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America) Compensation Details: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE.

Job Description: Job Summary Under limited supervision, manages the English Language Arts (ELA) program which includes the supervision of ELA staff. Duties and responsibilities include providing leadership and coordination in the development and implementation of the statewide standards in English Language Arts. The English Language Arts Program Manager will perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with state law, and State Board Rules for ELA, and the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) vision, mission, and goals via the Strategic Plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Aligning curriculum initiatives from different divisions and programs and developing and fostering effective relationships with DOE divisions, local educational agencies, Regional Educational Service Agencies, ELA Advisory Council members, and other education entities to encourage collaboration, effective communication, and implementation of program goals
• The ELA Program Manager will work with staff and the ELA Advisory Committee to plan, schedule, and organize ELA professional learning activities, which includes the statewide standards for teachers, school and district administrators, and staff from Regional Educational Service Agencies (RESAs)
• Responsible for working in collaboration with stakeholders to develop and refine ELA resources, including electronic and web-based resources and materials to support the teaching and learning of the statewide ELA standards
• Coordinating, developing, scheduling and facilitating web-based and face-to-face professional learning activities
• Developing, interpreting, and communicating program plans, guidelines for implementation, and benchmarks for success
• Evaluating and monitoring the effectiveness of all formats for professional learning
• Planning and providing technical assistance and services to local educational agencies and/or state schools
• Developing budgets and supervising the disbursement of program funds
• Articulating policies/plans to local educational agencies and/or state schools
• Manage contracts for support services related to the planning, development, and implementation of the statewide standards and other ELA initiatives
• Maintain knowledge of current research
• Analyzing and documenting results of initiatives and making recommendations for enhanced delivery of services

NOTE: Extensive, in-person statewide travel required.

Applicants who fail to submit the required documentation will not be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have or be eligible for Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) professional educator’s certification
• A Master’s degree in education, education administration, English Language Arts, or a closely related field
• Ten (10) years of experience in education as a K12 educator including a minimum of three (3) years of professional-level English Language Arts classroom experience and seven (7) years of experience as a school leader, district leader, and/or RESA level ELA experience
• Excellent writing, verbal, and data analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in K-12 education, K-12 educational administration, or a related field
• Experience in managing online web-based resources and professional learning delivery models
• Experience in K-12 ELA at the school, district, or state level
• Knowledge of and experience with the statewide ELA standards
• Knowledge of English Language Arts and literacy instruction for K-12 students
• Experience developing and providing professional learning both in electronic and face-to-face formats
• Experience in managing educational budgets
• Experience managing and accessing online resources
• Experience managing educational contracts and grants
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)

Minimum Qualifications (Additional)

• Bachelor's degree in education, administration, public administration, or a related administrative field in the area of assignment from an accredited college or university
• L-5 certification
• Two (2) years of program management experience in an educational setting

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Georgia Department of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or age in its employment practices.

The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and each associated State School is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify.

The GaDOE utilizes the program to verify employment eligibility of individuals hired on or after July 1, 2007.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.