Associate in Education Improvement Services (NY HELPS), Box P12-2589/63111

About the position

The Associate in Education Improvement Services position at the New York State Education Department's Office of Education Policy focuses on supporting and overseeing the implementation of educational improvement initiatives in struggling schools. The role involves providing technical assistance, conducting performance reviews, and ensuring equitable access to quality educational programs and services for all students. The incumbent will work closely with school districts and state monitors to enhance educational outcomes and support strategic planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary or co-liaison to a modified portfolio of assigned school(s) and districts.
• Review Receivership and low-performing schools' annual Continuation Plans and quarterly reports, providing guidance, feedback, and support as applicable.
• Act as the OISR lead in coordinating and conducting on-site performance review support visitations and e-based progress review sessions.
• Develop and write follow-up reports that target school-specific supports.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance to school and district leadership and staff, and arrange forums and networking opportunities.
• Participate in OISR Team, Department cross-functional meetings, including those with the United States Department of Education.
• Aid in the coordination, development, and facilitation of State Monitor Planning and webinars that align with technical assistance sessions.
• Review district quarterly and annual academic and financial reports, providing feedback on school budgets and related amendments.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Assistant Commissioner or OISR Supervisor.

Requirements

• Master's degree AND four years of professional experience in an education agency or organization working with schools in technical assistance or educational program development.
• OR possess a New York State permanent or professional certification in teaching, administration, or school service AND four years of professional experience in public school teaching or related fields.
• Current NYSED State employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Education Improvement Services.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in school- and/or district-based budgeting, fiscal management, and monitoring.
• Experience supporting highly effective practices and school turnaround models in low-performing schools.

Benefits

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities.
• Variety of affordable health insurance programs for employees and dependents.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system or Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match.
• NYS Deferred Compensation and 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.