Gifted & Talented/MTSS Program Specialist

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 36,539 - 52,040; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Family friendly

Retirement plans

Paid vacation, sick leave & holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

The Office of Public Instruction in Helena, MT is seeking a Gifted & Talented/MTSS Program Specialist to lead design, implementation, and evaluation of programs for gifted, talented, and MTSS initiatives. The role provides technical assistance to schools, students, and families, and supports grant management for GT initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating online and in-person professional development, collaborating across divisions, and using data to drive improvements for Montana

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Three years’ experience in education, professional development, design and practice, or curriculum development.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Direct the design, implementation, and evaluation of school programs for Gifted and Talented and MTSS.
• Provide technical assistance to schools, students, and families; act as Grant Specialist for GT grants.
• Coordinate online learning and in-person training events (e.g., Summer Institute, High School Forum).
• Collaborate with multiple programs and agencies to coordinate grants and streamlining services.
• Use data-driven methods to identify continuing education and technical assistance needs for Montana students with disabilities.

Skills

Education background

Curriculum development

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Job Description - Gifted & Talented/MTSS Program Specialist (00037) (26141912)

Position Title:

Gifted & Talented/MTSS Program Specialist (00037) - ( 26141912 )

• Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisor’s name/phone number for each position .

Why you would enjoy working here; Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200+ unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI’s purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000+ students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400+ school districts, 16,000+ educational professionals, and 3,000+ adult learners.

Benefits of working for OPI:

• Work/life balance
• Family friendly
• Dedicated and caring colleagues
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
• Opportunities and room for professional growth
• Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

Job Overview: This position provides direction for the design, implementation, and evaluation of school programs for special populations, including Gifted and Talented and Students with Disabilities.This position works with the Gifted and Talented Education Programs and provides technical assistance to schools, students, and families, as well as acts as the Grant Specialist for the state’s GT legislative grant. This position is also a program support specialist for the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) work at the agency which includes coaching, grant management, and development and delivery of continuing education opportunities. This position assists school districts and other public agencies providing special education, general education, gifted and talented education, and related services through both online learning on the Teacher Learning Hub and in-person training events such as OPI Summer Institute and High School Forum. This position also collaborates with multiple programs within the agency, and other agencies, to coordinate between various grants and initiatives streamlining the services provided.This position uses a data-driven approach to assist school districts and others in identifying continuing education and technical assistance needs to improve outcomes for Montana students with disabilities and unique learning needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors):

Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of learning, group process, data collection and analysis, curricular and instructional strategies and methodologies, classroom and alternative assessment practices, accreditation, certification, and instructional technology.

Knowledge of the goals, purposes, and reporting requirements for compliance for state and federal agencies, State Board of Public Education administrative rules for accreditation of schools.

Skilled in working effectively as a team member, resolving conflicts.

Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policy and procedures, and apply them to the collection, analysis and evaluation of special education and school mental/behavioral health activities and the determination of program effectiveness.

Ability to maintain high level of technical and educational skills.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, technical personnel, diverse groups of professionals and the public.

Ability to communicate effectively with others using verbal and written communication.

Ability to apply federal and state laws and regulations and OPI policy.

Ability to work cooperatively, pooling or combining ideas, efforts and experiences to improve innovation, efficiency, and performance of the division and the office.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in education or special education or related degree.
• Three years’ experience in education, professional development research, design and practice, curriculum development or related experience
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This position is in the TRS retirement system.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $32.15 - 32.15 Hourly

Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type : Standard

Shift : Day Job

Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time

Primary Location : Helena Agency : Office of Public Instruction Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : Jul 23, 2026, 9:44:57 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Resume

Contact Name : Human Resources | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.