Education Consultant/Gifted Program Consultant

Education Consultant/Gifted Program Consultant Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center (Nwoesc) 1 - NWOESC Main Office - Archbold, Ohio This job is also posted in

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Job ID:

5772725

Application Deadline:

Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Title:

EDUCATION CONSULTANT/GIFTED PROGRAM CONSULTANT

(Anticipated) Reports to: Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development

Job Objective:

Provides collaborative leadership and support services to member districts for the development and improvement of instructional programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Holds required state department of education credentials. Administrative licensure and experience with instructional leadership. Ability to advance service center and member district objectives through program improvements based on evaluated data and research-based best practices. Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators. Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline, and a willingness to take on challenging tasks. Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment. Effective leadership, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills. Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct. Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) credentialed evaluator status is required.

Note:

Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal law.

Essential Functions:

1. Professionally manages instructional program consultation services. Establishes appropriate levels of member district autonomy and accountability. Directs the planning, delivery, and advancement of consultation services consistent with the service center's mission and legal requirements. Evaluates and recommends systemic changes that ensure continuous, measurable improvements in student participation and achievement. Develops a coherent strategy to accomplish concurrent responsibilities within required time frames. Monitors/facilitates program compliance with all pertinent laws and regulatory standards. Assists with the collection of accurate program data and the timely processing of paperwork. Helps member districts recruit highly-qualified program staff. Assists with orientation programs. Keeps member district staff informed about service center plans and activities. Helps member districts develop a unified curricular vision. Evaluates the curriculum. Recommends instructional materials. Identifies teaching methods best suited to address state standards and adopted curriculum goals. Serves on member district leadership teams and curriculum development committees. Recommends course additions/grade placements. Helps verify graduation requirements. Facilitates the implementation of grade-level curriculum. Guides staff in the use of formal/informal assessment strategies to gauge student progress toward achievement benchmarks. Helps member districts organize curriculum for library/media, gifted/talented, ESL, and summer intervention programs. Monitors literature on teaching effectiveness. Disseminates/models best practices information. Assists member districts with student testing programs. Helps establish standardized procedures to ensure the accurate recording and timely preservation of test data. Uses longitudinal analysis of test results to identify emerging student needs, relationships between interventions, achievements, and time forecasts for students to master expected skills. Identifies opportunities for staff to share timely, tangible assessment data with parents/guardians. Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Helps staff identify teaching techniques, intervention,s and aligned resources best suited for each student. Advocates for students. Facilitates full access to inclusive educational opportunities. Assists staff with pupil management issues. Participates in student planning meetings as needed. Evaluates operational performance. Identifies opportunities to improve program services. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images. Fosters goodwill and encourages relationships that enhance public support for education. Enforces drug-free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines/procedures. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team. Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences. Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position. Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information. Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource. Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Works with staff to ensure shared resources are used effectively. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance. Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties. Update personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology. Helps update and implement a comprehensive school safety/emergency operations plan. Protects service center property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, or suspected child abuse/neglect. Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed. Implements workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.

Performance Evaluation:

Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements, and service center administrative procedures.

Working Conditions:

NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation), or any other legally protected category. Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug-free work environment. Employees must comply with all NWOESC policies, workplace safety regulations, and health laws. This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board-authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates, and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities. Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations, and unforeseen circumstances.

LOCATIONS

TBD

CONTRACT:

Per the 2026-27 school calendar

SALARY:

Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate's experience.

BENEFITS

Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the State Teachers' Retirement System is included.

APPLY TO

Applications are available at Employment Opportunities on our website. Please upload a letter of interest, resume, licensure, and a copy of your transcripts with your online application.

Position Type:

Full-Time