The State of Maryland is hiring: PERSONALIZED LEARNING AND LIBRARY COORDINATOR (

Introduction

Mission Statement: To transform young people’s lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems.

Vision Statement: Providing pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland.

GRADE: 9990

LOCATION OF POSITION: 217 E Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 (Baltimore City)

Main Purpose of Job: Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS! The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the Personalized Learning and Library Coordinator (Coordinator of Correctional Education Programs) role. The Juvenile Services Education Program (JSEP) is responsible for providing comprehensive educational services to students placed in a DJS operated detention and/or residential facility. This position will provide leadership and direction for the comprehensive and effective development of personalized learning programs, which include accelerated learning, intervention, alternative learning, and library media programs within JSEP. Responsibilities include working cooperatively with various coordinators to develop, implement, and evaluate personalized learning programs, managing library media specialists, overseeing Online Programming and Library Media Services for JSEP, and assisting teachers and administrators in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and organizational goals. This position is not eligible for a hybrid telework schedule and will require onsite presence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Possession of a Master’s Degree or equivalent 36 credit hours of post-baccalaureate course work in Education or Education Administration/Supervision or a Maryland Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education or Education Administration/Supervision or eligibility for a Maryland Advanced Professional Teaching Certificate.

Experience: Three years of administrative, supervisory or teaching experience directly related to the assigned core program area in an education program providing services to an institutionalized or disadvantaged population.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of educational administration, curriculum, and staff development. Knowledge of the principles and practices in teaching juvenile and/or institutionalized learners. Knowledge of the educational needs of disadvantaged and special populations. Master's degree (or higher) in Library & Information Sciences.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: Teachers in State operated school programs are required to acquire and maintain certification to teach in the State of Maryland per Section 6-101 of the Education Article of the Annotated Code and Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 13A.12.01.03B(2). Applicants recommended for appointment will be required to complete an Authorization and Verification of Credentials.

SELECTION PROCESS: Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your completed application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The assessment will involve rating your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

BENEFITS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS: The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted.