Program Specialist IV-Doe - 48003337

Education; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Education's Just Read, Florida! Office seeks a Program Specialist IV to provide statewide leadership and technical assistance for reading instruction and English Language Arts programs.

The role focuses on supporting students with disabilities and dyslexia and collaborates with schools and districts to improve reading outcomes. Based in Tallahassee, the position coordinates task forces, analyzes student data, and works to ensure high-quality instruction across the state.

Qualifications

• 4 years of direct experience in ESE and/or Reading education.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and policies relating to educational programs for students with disabilities and English Language Arts.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Preferred: 6 years direct experience in reading/literacy or state certification in reading.
• Preferred: Teaching experience with documented success in reading instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provides statewide leadership and technical assistance for reading instruction and English Language Arts programs, with a focus on supporting students with disabilities and dyslexia.
• Based in Tallahassee at the Florida Department of Education's Just Read, Florida! Office, this position supports quality instruction.
• Coordinates task forces, analyzes student data, and works with schools and districts to improve reading outcomes.

Skills

ESE/Reading experience

Policy knowledge

Planning & coordination

Communication skills

Job description

The Program Specialist IV provides statewide leadership and technical assistance for reading instruction and English Language Arts programs, with a focus on supporting students with disabilities and dyslexia. Based in Tallahassee at the Florida Department of Education's Just Read, Florida! Office, this position supports quality instruction, coordinates task forces, analyzes student data, and works with schools and districts to improve reading outcomes.

Key qualifications:

• 4 years of direct experience in ESE and/or Reading education
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and policies relating to educational programs for students with disabilities and English Language Arts
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish working relationships
• Preferred: 6 years direct experience in reading/literacy or state certification in reading
• Preferred: Teaching experience with documented success in reading instruction