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Secondary Literacy Education Consultant 2026-02518
Salary
$6,613.00 Monthly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-02518
Department
Department of Education
Division
Education
Opening Date
10/13/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
ETEP10
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position provides statewide technical assistance to school districts to build capacity for implementing reading assessment, intervention, and language and literacy programs as required by Wyoming statutes beginning July 1, 2026. The role supports school district leadership teams in developing and sustaining adolescent literacy systems and professional learning structures aligned with evidence-based practices across grades 6 through 12. Through this work, the position advances the Wyoming Department of Education's objectives by improving student literacy outcomes and ensuring consistent implementation of language and literacy systems across the state.
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Human Resource Contact: Jen Shirley, jennifer.shirley1@wyo.gov, 307-777-6385
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to applicants with a Masters or Doctorate degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field. Additional preference will be given to candidates who hold a valid educator license in the State of Wyoming and who have demonstrated expertise in adolescent literacy, including experience serving as an adolescent literacy specialist. Preference will be given to individuals with multiple years of experience teaching and coaching secondary literacy programs and supporting students and educators in grades 6-12.
KNOWLEDGE:
Deep knowledge of adolescent literacy and evidence-based reading instruction grounded in the science of reading, including academic language, morphology, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing development
Knowledge of multi-tiered systems of support, reading assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring practices aligned with Wyoming statutes
Ability to provide technical assistance that builds district capacity for implementing and sustaining language and literacy systems
Skill in analyzing and interpreting literacy data to support district decision making, continuous improvement, and implementation monitoring
Ability to collaborate effectively with district leaders, educators, and statewide partners to support adolescent literacy initiatives
Skill in facilitating professional learning systems and connecting districts with high-quality providers, including national-level experts in adolescent literacy
Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey guidance, expectations, and technical information to diverse audiences
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and support statewide initiatives with organization and attention to detail
Commitment to ongoing professional growth and the application of current research to improve adolescent literacy outcomes
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelors Degree (typically in Education)
Experience:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
Supplemental Information
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(ETEP10) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Briefly describe your experience in adolescent literacy (grades 4-12). Please include any experience in MTSS at the secondary level and literacy intervention at the secondary level.
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Do you have a Masters or Doctoral degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction?
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If yes, please provide the specific degree or certification, the field of study, and where it was obtained.
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Do you have a valid educator license or eligibility for licensure in the State of Wyoming?
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. * I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.
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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
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Statewide, Wyoming, 82002
Phone 307-777-7188
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