Education Program Consultant (Continuous Improvement - Keystone)

Education Program Consultant (Continuous Improvement - Keystone)

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Education Program Consultant (Continuous Improvement - Keystone)

Salary

$66,726.40 - $103,147.20 Annually

Location

Elkader - 52043 - Clayton County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-02986

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Opening Date

05/04/2026

Closing Date

5/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

idoe.hr@iowa.gov

To Apply

Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about their relevant experience in their application, or submit a cover letter and resume in addition to their application.

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Job Description

At the Iowa Department of Education, our mission is to ensure every student experiences a world-class education. To achieve that mission, we need passionate professionals who are ready to make a meaningful difference for students, educators, and communities across Iowa.

We are seeking anEducation Program Consultant (Continuous Improvement)to support schools and districts acrossNortheast Iowa, including the communities ofDubuque, Delaware, Clayton, Fayette, Chickasaw, Howard, Winneshiek, and Allamakee counties.

This region offers something unique: vibrant river communities, historic towns, strong local schools, scenic bluffs, outdoor recreation, and close-knit communities where education truly matters. From the Mississippi River corridor to the rolling hills of Decorah and beyond, this is an opportunity to build your career while supporting students in one of Iowa's most distinctive and beautiful regions.

In this role, you will help strengthen special education systems, improve student outcomes, and partner directly with educators to implement evidence-based practices that support learners with academic and behavioral needs.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Regional Impact:Serve multiple school communities across Northeast Iowa and help improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

• Meaningful Work:Support inclusive practices, stronger instruction, and student success across diverse settings.

• Flexibility:Regional and flexible work location (must reside in Iowa).

• Professional Growth:Collaborate with statewide leaders and national experts in special education and continuous improvement.

• Quality of Life:Live and work in a region known for natural beauty, recreation, affordable living, and welcoming communities.

What You'll Do

Lead Professional Learning & Systems Improvement

• Provide professional learning to support statewide implementation of evidence-based practices for Specially Designed Instruction (SDI).

• Facilitate development and delivery teams that improve instructional systems.

• Provide technical assistance focused on instructional design, implementation, and student outcomes.

• Support schools in moving from exclusionary discipline practices to safe, predictable, student-centered learning environments.

• Use implementation science to scale successful practices across districts and schools.

Support Educators & Student Success

• Design, develop, implement, and evaluate professional learning in areas such as:

• + Literacy

• Postsecondary transition

• Work-based learning

• Career and technical education

• Related services

• Required components of IDEA

Ensure Compliance & Program Effectiveness

• Support monitoring of IDEA implementation, including self-assessments and data collection.

• Identify commendations, areas of noncompliance, and needed corrective actions.

• Assist districts with audit findings and improvement planning.

• Help develop and communicate policy, regulations, and statewide guidance.

Collaborate Across Iowa

• Serve on statewide teams focused on improving learning opportunities for students with disabilities.

• Build partnerships with educators, administrators, families, and community stakeholders.

What You Bring

A successful candidate will bring or have the ability and desire to learn:

• Passion for public service and improving outcomes for students

• Ability to lead teams and initiatives without direct supervisory authority

• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills

• Conflict resolution and interpersonal effectiveness

• Confidence working in complex environments and meeting deadlines

• Desire to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Hours:8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, Some evenings/weekends required, with in-state and occasional out-of-state travel.

What's In It For You?

• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of Iowa students and families

• Supportive, collaborative work culture

• Flexible regional work location

• Talented colleagues who invest in your success

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Employee discounts from a variety of vendors

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including IPERS retirement, health insurance, paid leave, and more

• Check out our benefitshere! (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/employment/Benefits\Beyond\the_Paycheck.pdf)

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Candidates are encouraged to include detailed information about relevant experience in their application and may also submit a cover letter and resume.

If you would like to review a copy of the Position Description Questionnaire, please contactidoe.hr@iowa.gov

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federalRight to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and five years of full-time post-graduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas:

a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting;

b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting;

c. Professional personnel administration including such areas as job analysis, performance appraisal systems, selection devices, or labor relations;

d. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience including the preparation or analysis of financial statements;

e. Professional experience in a major technical program area utilized by the Iowa Department of Education or Board of Educational Examiners.

2) A combination of a total of five years of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience. 3) Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate, and three academic years of teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution. 4) Possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\and\pay/JobClassDescriptions/EducationProgramConsultant-01071.pdf)

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

• Yes - I understand and agree.

• No

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, or Higher? IF YES, how many years do you have of full-time postgraduate work experience in any one or a combination of the following areas: a. Professional training, teaching, or counseling experience in an educational setting; b. Professional administrative experience in an educational setting; c. Professional personnel administration including such areas as job analysis, performance appraisal systems, selection devices, or labor relations; d. Professional finance, accounting, or auditing experience including the preparation or analysis of financial statements; e. Professional experience in a major technical program area utilized by the Iowa Department of Education or Board of Educational Examiners.

• Not applicable - I do not have a Bachelor's Degree or higher with the identified areas

• No experience in the identified areas

• Less than two years of experience in the identified areas

• Two years to less than four years of experience in the identified areas.

• Four to less than five years of experience in the identified areas.

• Five or more years of experience in the identified areas

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How many years do you have of a combination of post-graduate education and full-time experience (as described in number one), where twenty-four semester hours of accredited post-graduate college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience

• Not applicable - I do not have a post-graduate education with the experience in the identified areas.

• No post-graduate education or experience in the identified area

• Less than two years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas

• Two years to less than four years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas.

• Four years to less than five years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas.

• Five or more years of post-graduate education and/or experience in the identified areas

  05

Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, or higher and have a valid possession of a valid Iowa Teaching Certificate? IF YES, how many years do you have of full-time teaching and/or administrative experience in PK-12 and/or a post-secondary educational institution?

• No experience in the identified areas

• Less than one year of experience in the identified areas

• One years to less than Three years of experience in the identified areas.

• Three or more years of experience in the identified areas

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Do you have possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and seven years of full-time professional experience in finance, accounting, or auditing, including the preparation or analysis of financial statements?

• Yes - I have the possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and have the seven years of professional work identified

• No - I do not have the possession of a School Business Official Authorization from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners and the seven years of professional work identified

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Special Education Experience

• I have 10 or more years of special education experience

• I have 5 up to 10 years of special education experience

• I have 2 up to 5 years of special education experience

• I have 1 up to 2 years of experience in special education

• I have no experience in special education

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Administration Experience

• I have more than 5 years of special education leadership experience

• I have either 5+ years of education leadership or 1 up to 5 years of special education leadership

• I have 1 up to 5 years of experience in education leadership

• I have no experience in school administration/special education leadership

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AEA Experience

• I have more than 10 years of AEA experience

• I have 4 up to 10 years of AEA experience

• I have 2 up to 4 years of AEA experience

• I have less than 2 years of AEA experience

• I have no AEA experience

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School and Data Systems Improvement

• I have more than 5 years educational experience with school improvement, compliance review, continuous improvement of other data driven systems improvement experience

• I have 3 up to 5 years of educational experience with school improvement, compliance review, continuous improvement of other data driven systems improvement

• I have 2 up to 3 years of educational experience with school improvement, compliance review, continuous improvement of other data driven systems improvement

• I have 1 and less than 2 years of educational experience with school improvement, compliance review, continuous improvement of other data driven systems improvement

• N/A

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Delivery of Education-Related Professional Learning Experience

• I have more than 5 years of experience delivering professional learning related to education

• I have 3 up to 5 years of experience delivering professional learning related to education

• I have 2 up to 3 years of experience

• I have less than 2 years of experience

• N/A

Required Question

Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

282 Iowa Department of Education

Address

Grimes State Office Building

400 E 14th St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

https://www.educateiowa.gov/

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