Education Consultant 3 - T&L/ETWD
Salary
$5,019.73 - $8,608.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
LDOE50614582-060526RK-TL/ETWD
Department
Education-State Activities
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA
This is a temporary Job Appointment that may last up to 4 years only
Office of Teaching & Learning - Educator Talent and Workforce Development
Job Focus Area
The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) is seeking an Education Consultant 3 to join the Division of Educator Talent and Workforce Development (ETWD) within the Office of Teaching and Learning. This position plays a critical role in advancing Louisiana's educator workforce by supporting the state's teacher preparation accountability system and educator evaluation initiatives.
The Education Consultant 3 serves as a key liaison between the ETWD division and the LDOE data team to ensure accurate reporting and analysis of educator preparation data, including the Teacher Preparation Quality Rating System (TPQRS), mentor and content leader data, and other required state and federal reporting. The role also supports the statewide implementation of the Louisiana Educator Advancement and Development System (LEADS) and the Louisiana Aspiring Educator Rubric (LAER) by providing guidance, resources, and professional learning to preparation providers and school systems.
Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical, project management, and technology skills, including advanced Excel proficiency and the ability to interpret and communicate complex data. This position offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively across teams to strengthen teacher preparation, support educator effectiveness, and contribute to the development of Louisiana's educator workforce.
Candidates with the following skills, abilities, and experience are encouraged to apply:
The preferred candidate will have experience working in educator preparation, educator evaluation systems, or statewide education initiatives, particularly in roles that require collaboration with school systems, preparation providers, and state education agencies. Experience supporting program approval processes, accountability systems, or state and federal reporting requirements is highly valued.
Candidates should demonstrate strong data analysis and technology skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, data visualization tools, and the ability to interpret complex datasets to inform decision-making and reporting. Experience working with education data systems, dashboards, or reporting platforms is preferred.
Successful candidates will also possess excellent project management and communication skills, including the ability to coordinate cross-team initiatives, facilitate professional learning, and communicate technical information clearly to diverse audiences such as educators, school leaders, and higher education partners.
Minimum Qualifications
Seven years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
A bachelors degree plus four years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR
An advanced degree plus three years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Job Appointment. This Position will be filled as a temporary job appointment that may last up to 4 years. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office.
Work Schedule: Work days are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $28.96/hour.
Note regarding the advertised pay range: The Education Consultant series have a special entrance rate that is above the minimum hire rate for these positions. The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Louisiana Department of Education - Human Resources
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
ldoejobs@la.gov
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service.
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Do you have experience analyzing or reporting education-related data using tools such as Microsoft Excel, dashboards, or other data systems?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please reference the relevant experience in your application (NOT your résumé) that supports your response. If you answered NO, enter "N/A."
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Do you have experience supporting educator preparation programs, educator workforce initiatives, or teacher certification processes at the school, district, or state level?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please reference the relevant experience in your application (NOT your résumé) that supports your response. If you answered NO, enter "N/A."
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Do you have experience coordinating or supporting program approval, accountability systems, or state/federal education reporting requirements (e.g., Title II reporting or program performance data)?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please reference the relevant experience in your application (NOT your résumé) that supports your response. If you answered NO, enter "N/A."
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Do you have experience providing professional learning, training, or technical assistance to educators, school leaders, or higher education partners?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please reference the relevant experience in your application (NOT your résumé) that supports your response. If you answered NO, enter "N/A."
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Do you have experience collaborating across teams or organizations to implement statewide education initiatives, policies, or programs?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please reference the relevant experience in your application (NOT your résumé) that supports your response. If you answered NO, enter "N/A."
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Are you a current employee of the Louisiana Department of Education? Please note - teachers and other school system employees are not considered employees of the LA Department of Education.
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm