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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/24/23

Applications Due04/14/23

Vacancy ID126956

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleAssociate In Instructional Services (School Counseling), (Brooklyn location), Box P12-2315/60006

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade26

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $92804 to $114393 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Kings

Street Address Office of Education Policy

Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

City Brooklyn

StateNY

Zip Code11217

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Instructional Services and possess a New York State permanent or professional certification as a School Counselor.

Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, and 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter.

Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have Candidates must possess a master’s degree AND New York State permanent or professional certification as a School Counselor AND four years of professional experience in the corresponding specialty area. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Instructional Services when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference will be given to candidates with experience providing counseling support to English Language Learners (ELLs) and with school and/or district administrative experience including, but not limited to, oversight of ELL identification and annual evaluation, development and enforcement of policies to ensure equitable access to instruction and school activities for all students including ELLs and ELLs with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), assisting a principal with all aspects of school administration (e.g., school governance, teacher evaluation, supervision of instruction), responsibility for conducting and facilitating Response to Intervention (RTI) meetings, collaborating with the Language Proficiency Team (LPT) on the recommendation of research-based Tiered Interventions.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Associate in Instructional Services (School Counselor) position in the Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages (OBEWL). This Office provides guidance, technical assistance, and support to New York State Districts, Charter Schools, Religious and Independent Schools, educational organizations, and the public in the development of programs for English Language Learners (ELLs) and other Multilingual Learners (MLs) including World Language students. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide direction, guidance, and technical assistance to district and school personnel on State and federal law, regulation, policy, and practice related to social-emotional and academic guidance support for ELLs, with a focus on how they relate to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education;
• Conduct and lead teams in research on topics regarding ELL social-emotional support and academic guidance, including leading teams of staff from the Regional Bilingual Education Resource Networks (RBERNs) and other interested stakeholders;
• Exhibit an understanding of the policy and best practices regarding standards and instruction for ELLs;
• Enforce State and Federal policy regarding ELLs and multilingual learners, including monitoring, review, and desk audits of ELL related programs to ensure that the programs provide quality instruction that addresses all NYS learning standards and sufficiently support student social-emotional learning; draft final reports, including recommendations to improve social-emotional support and guidance;
• Develop guidance, deliver professional development workshops, and provide technical assistance to help improve quality education of ELLs within New York State;
• Research, prepare, and review Requests for Proposal (RFP), grant applications, amendments, Memorandums of Understanding, contracts, proposed regulatory and policy statements, and informational materials;
• Respond to daily written and oral inquiries, suggestions, and concerns from educators and family members; and
• Undertake special assignments, as directed by the Associate Commissioner.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent or temporary provisional appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Provisional candidates must take the examination for Associate in Instructional Services (School Counseling) when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of certification and degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. This position will require up to 50% Statewide travel.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $114,393 based on annual performance advances.

Based on this position’s location, in addition to the listed base salary, this position also receives a $3,026 Downstate Adjustment (ONLY if being appointed to the Brooklyn location).

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 14, 2023 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (P12-2315/60006) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address p12jobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by April 14, 2023 to p12jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (P12-2315/60006) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

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