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Senior Literacy Consultant

Salary

$70,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2001.2002-SnrCnslt-TL-0825

Department

Department of Education

Opening Date

08/26/2025

Closing Date

9/22/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

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.

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

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.

This is a Term-Limited role, funding is expected to end on or before June 30, 2027.

Please Note - As of August 27, 2025, a hiring freeze is in effect for the Colorado Executive Branch. State agencies will be allowed to finalize the hiring process only if a position has been posted by August 27, 2025.

Although the hiring freeze does not apply to the Colorado Department of Education, our agency is committed to acting in accordance with the objectives of the hiring freeze and only hiring positions that have been vetted and determined to be an essential need.

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.

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Description of Job

Work Environment:

This position is Part-time/Full-time, Term-limited (Funding is Anticipated to last until June 30, 2027), 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

+ 20-40% Travel required within State of Colorado

+ 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:

Are you passionate about literacy and supporting Colorado students with learning to read? Do you want to support a high performing team dedicated to increasing reading achievement across Colorado? The Senior Literacy Consultant supports the implementation of the Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act). The senior literacy consultant will be responsible for managing professional development contracts as well as providing guidance and professional development to districts and schools in support of scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

This position is term-limited and will end June 30, 2027.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Senior Literacy Consultants to accomplish the mission of the office with adherence to the policies of CDE.

B. Understands the Legislation of HB 12-1238 (The READ Act) and the necessary implementation requirements for the Local Education Agencies (LEAs).

C. Support district level staff with interpretation and implementation of the Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act).

D. Act as part of a team that provides Local Education Agencies training and professional development for kindergarten through third grade teachers to support scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

E. Manage and oversee implementation of contracts with professional development vendors.

F. In partnership with professional development vendors, maintain records and implementation plans for district based teacher training to support scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

G. Consistently evaluates and determines the training needs of districts and kindergarten through third grade teachers in the areas of reading intervention specifically for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have IEPs and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

H. Collaborate with internal personnel and professional development vendors to develop professional development and resources to support educators at both the district and school levels with developing their knowledge of scientifically based and evidence-based practices in teaching reading and providing evidence-based reading interventions to students who are Multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

I. Maintain records and implementation plans for district-based teacher training on evidence-based practices in teaching reading.

J. Engage in periodic reviews of unified improvement plans, instructional programs, professional development, and assessments as required by the Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act).

K. Work with districts and schools to analyze kindergarten through third grade reading data and provide strategies to increase literacy achievement.

L. Under the supervision of the Literacy Program Supervisor supports the development and on-going maintenance of public facing professional development resources that supports the field in to support scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia. This includes but is not limited to development and maintenance of an online course platform such as Moodle.

M. Attend all required CDE and Elementary Literacy and School Readiness Office Team meetings.

N. Attend all required professional development.

O. Organize, setup, and provide trainings (virtually and/or in-person) in evidence-based practices in teaching reading to support scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia and on topics related to the Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act).

P. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in literacy, reading, elementary education or other related field with course work to support expertise in scientifically based reading research and application in grades K-3.

5 plus years of experience in public education including elementary classroom experience, and a minimum of at least one year of literacy instructional leadership experience. This could include instructional coaching with an emphasis on literacy at the elementary level or administrative positions at the school or district level.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Understand the Legislation of the Colorado Reading to Ensure Academic Development Act (READ Act) and the necessary implementation requirements for Local Education Agencies.

Experience developing and providing professional development for adults in the science of reading or related topics.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google, Teams, Zoom.

Exceptional organizational skills, including ability to multi-task, balance competing priorities, track and meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Evidence of ability to be a self-initiator.

Experience managing projects and contracts

Experience interpreting data sets and presenting findings

Ability to work in a team environment and across teams.

Ability and willingness to travel as required during the performance of assigned tasks (travel may include overnight stays for 1-3 nights at a time).

Ability to organize and set up regional trainings including but not limited to identifying sites, booking venues, arranging travel, etc.

The ability to pass a background check.

PREFERRED:

Knowledge of evidence-based practices for supporting culturally and linguistically diverse learners, and students with disabilities.

Knowledge of adult learning theory.

Knowledge of scientifically and evidence-based reading instruction for multilingual learners, students with disabilities who have an IEP, and students at risk for or identified as having dyslexia.

Conditions of Employment (Required):

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

+ Ability a nd willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel (percentage 20-40%)

+ 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 - Copy and Paste into the Supplemental Questions (11,000 character limit, aprx. 3 pages)

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".

02

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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This is a term-limited position and employment cannot be guaranteed beyond the listed funded date in this announcement. Employees who are in term-limited positions are eligible to apply for other positions within the state personnel system, including transfer opportunities. If selected, you will be required to sign a Waiver of Retention Rights. As a condition of employment, are you willing and able to agree to resign at the conclusion of the listed funded period?

+ I accept these Conditions of Employment.

+ I do Not accept these Conditions of Employment.

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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

+ No

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