Title I Programs Specialist

Young World Physical Education; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 69,984 - 85,741; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools is looking for a Title I Programs Specialist to oversee the implementation of federal educational programs and ensure compliance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). This full-time position requires a Master's degree, five years of teaching experience, and a strong capacity for analytical judgment.

The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and frequent travel for school visits. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential. Applications are open until September 25, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required from an accredited university.
• Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience in an educational environment required.
• GaPSC Tier I leadership certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to District staff and state/federal agencies.
• Coordinate various levels of federal program services.
• Conduct school visits and state monitoring.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree from an accredited university

GaPSC certification at level 5 or higher

Tools

Technology concepts

Job description

Title I Programs Specialist

Clayton County Public Schools, Federal Programs – Jonesboro, Georgia

Job Details

Job ID: 5802153

Application Deadline: Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: FULL TIME

Salary: $69,984 to $85,741 Paid based on salary scale

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POSITION SUMMARY

Implements mandatory components critical in satisfying federal requirements to maintain Title funds; supports specific identified Title programs for the successful implementation of system-wide and targeted assistance programs. Collaborates with area superintendents, District‑level coordinators, principals, leadership teams, and other District staff. Note: Additional or differentiated duties may be assigned depending upon the nature of the work particularly associated with the specific responsibilities. This is a Title funded position; employment is based on the availability of federal funding and program needs to be determined annually. This position reports to the Director of Federal Programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as liaison to District staff and state/federal agencies with planning and executing various federal program components to ensure compliance with Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements. Provides support and oversight system‑wide and school‑based for implementation of federal program guidelines.

Assists with the coordination of various levels of services for those programs, including planning, coordination, and implementation of high‑quality staff initiatives, evaluations of school achievement plans, parental involvement, supplemental education services, School Choice and budget development in compliance with federal and state guidelines.

Conducts appropriate school visits and state monitoring; compiles data reports for District, state and federal accountability.

Communicates with all stakeholders regarding the federal components under ESSA and Title programs in accordance with federal guidelines to achieve best practice organizational goals.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree required from an accredited university.

Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience in an educational environment required. Experience serving on District‑level reform teams and/or initiatives preferred.

Requires inter‑division coordination; makes decisions and recommendations which affect the assigned division, but at times affects others outside of the assigned division.

GaPSC certification at level 5 or higher required; Must hold GaPSC Tier I leadership certification or be willing to obtain Tier I leadership certification within the first two years of employment.

Analytical: requires independent judgment to review and approve major recommendations.

Requires regular, frequent contact with internal and external personnel of influence and decision‑making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance; occasionally requires contact with officials at higher levels. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with inter‑organizational teams.

Responsible for multiple functions of instructional supervision with a high‑level accountability for effective operation and results.

Applies, recommends and implements technology concepts to improve the effectiveness of instruction and pedagogy.

Responsible for the welfare of others: Constant daily duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well‑being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.

Normal office setting.

Requires frequent travel to off‑site training locations and school site visits.

Note: This is a grade 28, 225‑day position that pays for experience up to the midpoint salary range.

Contact Information

• Applicant Account, Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]