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IEP and Assessment System Trainer

Salary

$74,000.00 - $78,000.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

01264-SnrCnslt-TLU-0525

Department

Department of Education

Division

Student Learning

Opening Date

06/02/2025

Closing Date

6/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Downtown/Denver Metro/Eligible for a hybrid (office/remote) work environment.***

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is not part of the classified personnel system, applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.

Incumbent will be required to complete work for CDE within Colorado.

Colorado Department of Education – What We Do

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.

As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeboard) , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.

CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.

CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.

Why Work For CDE

The work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!

The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:

+ Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.

+ Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.

+ Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance

+ Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML)

+ 11 paid holidays per year

+ Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals

+ Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)www.copera.org

+ Employer paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply)

+ Paid professional development opportunities

A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.

Description of Job

Work Environment:

This position is Full-time, is Hybrid (Remote/Home Office w/requirement to report to Work location per business needs),

+ Office hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm

+ Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs

+ 5-10% Travel required for Meetings/Training

+ A Remote (Home) office is required

+ Required to report to the work location per business needs

+ Essential Functions (ADAAA)

+ MEDIUM/Office-Work Site Environment

+ Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time

+ May be required to exert up to 10 lbs. of force constantly, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally to move objects(If lifting boxes, documents, mail, or packages of 10 lbs or more)

+ Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, squatting, climbing, etc.

+ May Require exposure to inclement weather, extreme temperatures, high elevations, noise, etc.

+ DL Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle (OR State of Colorado Fleet motor vehicle/Colorado DL required) to complete travel requirements. (For positions with extensive travel that cannot be completed by public transportation or Lift/Uber--this is a terminable condition of employment)

Position Summary:

The Office of Facility Schools at CDE is seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated IEP and Assessment System Trainer to lead the integration, training, and support related to our electronic IEP (Individualized Education Program) system and state assessments. This role plays a critical part in ensuring compliance with IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and ECEA (Exceptional Children’s Education Act), while supporting the professional development of school staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in special education, deep knowledge of legal requirements, and proven skills in delivering technical and procedural training.

The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

State Assessments Key Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Assists the District Assessment Coordinator with state assessments for Facility Schools (FS).

+ Completes all required State Assessment training provided by CDE, WIDA, and College Board.

+ Coordinates with the School Assessment Coordinators (SACs) to access State Assessment Platforms, Pearson Access Next, and College Board.

+ Supports the DAC on CMAS and PSAT/ SAT procedures and requirements as assigned.

+ Prepares, provides and monitors the training of CMAS and PSAT/SAT Test Administrators, and SSD Coordinators, to administer the assessments in a standardized, ethical manner, taking all precautions to prevent misadministration.

+ Validates student registration data for CMAS and PSAT/SAT.

+ Collaborate with DAC on unique accommodations requests.

+ Responsible for creating, managing and updating user accounts and permissions for Facility School personnel in Pearson Access Next and College Board.

+ Provides tech support for student applications for State Assessments: TestNav and Blue Book.

+ Responsible for completion of post-test tasks in Pearson Access Next and Test Day Tool Kit and Student Data Management System.

+ Validates that all forms related to CMAS and PSAT/SAT are submitted by Facility Schools and submitted to CDE.

+ Maintains contact and email distribution list for the School Assessment Coordinators.

IEP/Special Education System Administration Key Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Is one of the FS system administrators and secondary contact for the state electronic IEP system.

+ Is the liaison between FS and the IEP system vendor.

+ Responsible for creating, managing and updating user accounts and permissions for Facility School personnel in the IEP system.

+ Provides consultation and technical support for problem solving IEP system issues and IEP related issues within the system as they arise.

+ Submits tickets to IEP System support when system issues can’t be resolved.

+ Deploys and tests IEP System updates and communicates updates to users.

+ Co-leads meetings and communication with the IEP System Administrator for the IEP System Power User Group in Facility Schools on updates, issues, and reminders in regularly scheduled meetings and emails as needed.

Responsible for establishing IEP System electronic transfer processes for Facility Schools and Districts across the state, and managing these transfers within the IEP system.

+ Validates data for reporting.

+ Creates and shares IEP System reports.

+ Provides training for Facility Schools on the electronic IEP system. Develop and update training materials and tutorials.

+ Provides support for special education processes to special education teachers and special education directors in accordance with IDEA Regulation, ECEA Rules and Out of District Manual, CDE IEP Procedural Guidance Document and any other supporting resources.

+ Provides school district representatives with access to the FS instance of the IEP system for their students in FS.

+ Maintains contact and email distribution list for the IEP System Power Users.

+ Responsible for participating in the ongoing planning, development, testing, and deployment of the new IEP system.

Monitoring Key Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Review IEPs in preparation for monitoring visits

+ Provide targeted Special Education (IEP) training to facility schools based on need

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUMEDUCATION ANDEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Special Education, Education or related field required

+ Minimum 3 years experience administering state assessments-CMAS, CoAlt, SAT. PSAT, ACT, ACCESS, Alt-ACCESS

+ Knowledge and experience implementing and training for a statewide program

+ Minimum 2 years experience using an electronic IEP system

+ Experience with curriculum and assessment data and analytics

+ Extensive knowledge, minimum of 3-5 years of special education and IEP writing and implementation

+ Experience with secure distribution and collection of state assessment materials and data

+ Ability to train and provide support for school assessment coordinators including assessment security and protocols

+ Strong knowledge and experience with multiple electronic platforms

+ Ability to direct and coordinate the work of a team

+ Thorough knowledge of special education requirements and regulations (IDEA and ECEA)

+ Ability to work independently, as part of a team and with approved facility schools across the state

+ Excellent organizational and strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Strong attention to detail (proofing work, spelling, grammar, formatting, etc.)

+ Ability to effectively balance quality of work and productivity expectations

+ Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers (i.e., vendors, school districts, facility schools, other state agencies, other CDE units, etc.)

+ Ability to prioritize and organize work to accommodate and meet the changing needs of the department, unit, and office, and meet deadlines

+ Takes initiative and exhibits a proactive approach to work and problem solving

+ Exhibits CDE's mission, vision, and values by the consistent expression of professional, respectful, and customer service-oriented behaviors

+ Strong skills and experience in providing training and presentations. Including demonstrated effectiveness in delivering professional learning to adult learners

+ Ability to facilitate and present across a variety of forums to a variety of audiences

+ Ability and willingness to travel throughout the state.

+ Ability to pass a background check

Ability and willingness to travel throughout the state.

+ Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.

+ Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (percentage 5-10 %)

+ Work extended schedule per business needs

+ Report to work location per business needs

+ Valid Driver's License Required: Required to safely operate a motor vehicle to complete travel requirements.

Supplemental Information

Complete Applications must include :

+ Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through our ATS (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Colorado) .

+ Resume: Required

FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:

Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.

Email Address:

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries [email protected].

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee (including public Institutions of higher education), please provide your Employee Identification Number (EID) in order to verify your current or previous employment. If you indicated that you are a current State of Colorado employee, please list all State of Colorado Departments or institutions of Higher Education for which you have worked for and your Employee ID (if known): Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not applicable, please state "N/A".

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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A".

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This position iseligible for a Hybrid flex work place; the incumbent isrequired to maintain a home office within Colorado and report to the office as neededto complete the job duties of this position. Please indicate your understanding and acceptance of this requirement.

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The salary range listed is the department's good faith range expected to be offered. Are you willing to accept an offer in the range listed in this announcement?

+ Yes.

+ Maybe. I believe my knowledge and skills encompass all of the minimum qualifications, the preferred qualifications, and special requirements of the position. I have detailed this in the work experience section of the application.

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If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.

+ Yes

+ No

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Are you a current CDE Employee? If so, please send an email to Recruitment to inform us of your application. [email protected]

+ Yes

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