Working Title: Education Consultant 3 - READ Act Multilingual Literacy Specialist
Job Class: Education Consultant 3
Agency: Education Department
Job ID : 88956
Location : Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/18/2025
Closing Date : 10/09/2025
Bid Open Date: 09/18/2025
Bid Close Date: 09/25/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / AcadStndrs&InstrnlEffectivness
Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes
CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Literacy Unit is looking for an Education Consultant 3 - READ Act Multilingual Literacy Specialist to join the Literacy team. This position will manage the implementation of READ Act activities related to Multilingual Learners including students with English learner (EL) status and Dual Language Immersion programs. Collaborate across the divisions, state agencies, and with external partners to ensure the selection of evidence-based and linguistically responsive practices and resources are appropriate for multilingual learner instructional settings and to align practices and resources to the Minnesota Multi-Tiered System of Support (MnMTSS) framework. Additional duties include ensuring the development and delivery of cohesive guidance, professional learning, and flexible support for all districts, charter schools and schools within the COMPASS statewide system and will build the capacity of the Regional Literacy Network Leads and Coaches to support implementation statewide.
This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires five (5) years of combined professional experience as a Literacy teacher and Administrator of Literacy education programs within an education setting; a master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience administrating Literacy education programs and grants at the state or district level,
Experience teaching Literacy Education to all students, including multilingual learners and students with disabilities,
Experience in providing official guidance around Literacy to schools and districts,
Experience developing and facilitating professional development for K-12 educators,
Experience in Dual Language Immersion programs.
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License Check
Criminal Background Check
Education Background Check
The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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