Educator Competency Specialist

Full job description
 

The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) seeks an experienced educator with a positive attitude and strong work ethic to fill the role of Educator Competency Licensing Specialist. This position is responsible for assisting educators and educator preparation programs with licensing processes, competency assessment, and the development of flexible teacher preparation options.

Principal Duties
As an Educator Licensing Specialist you will:
Develop, implement, and revise educator preparation competencies.
Support educator preparation programs in competency alignment.
Review professional examination requirements and equivalencies.
Develop diverse competency demonstration pathways (assessments, micro-credentials, etc.).
Collaborate with USBE staff on Utah’s Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program.
Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to preparation programs.
Supervise technical support staff to ensure efficiency and responsiveness.
Assist USBE Licensing Staff with applications, communication, and processes.
Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
All applicants must have the following qualifications:
3+ years of classroom teaching experience.
Current Utah Professional Educator License or equivalent.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong professional collaboration skills.
Ability to adapt to new technologies.
Takes initiative and is self-directed.
Familiarity with agency, professional, and/or industry standards.

The Ideal Candidate
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following preferred qualifications:
Master’s Degree or higher in education
Expertise in competency-based education
Instructional coaching training and experience
Basic knowledge of Special Education Law
Familiarity with Utah Code and USBE administrative rule
Knowledge of Utah license requirements

Why You Should Join Our Team
The State offers a desirable benefits package and retirement plan as well as many other benefits.
Health Insurance – Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.
5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.
4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare
Retirement – Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.
Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.
Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
Paid Time Off:
Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.
We have 12 paid holidays.

The Agency
The Utah State Board of Education is committed to hiring the best candidates to serve Utah students. To learn more about USBE please
 

Supplemental Information
 

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.