Education Associate 61089476, 61089477

Salary: $56,210.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175474
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 04/11/2025
Closing Date: 4/25/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number:: 61089476 & 61089477
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 7
Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,105.00
Opening Date: 04/11/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
This Education Associate position is on the Educator Preparation team in the Office of Educator Services. The individual in this position will

• Support the accreditation of South Carolina educator preparation providers and the development, approval, and continuing review of educator preparation programs, including traditional college- and university-based programs as well as alternative routes to teacher preparation.
• Provide technical assistance to provider and program faculty and staff in all phases of the accreditation and program approval processes.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to educator preparation and accountability, with a focus on program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned traditional and alternative route educator preparation providers.
• Serve as the designated lead for one of the following, as assigned: provider accreditation, program approval, alternative route preparation, or data and reporting.
• Facilitate, conduct, and serve on the Professional Review Committee as well as other committees and workgroups related to educator preparation and certification.
• Represent the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and Office of Educator Services with stakeholders including other SCDE offices and state agencies, education deans, provider faculty and staff, school districts, and other entities.
• Prepare and present items for information or approval by the South Carolina Board of Education and other entities.
• Analyze and utilize data to inform decisions about provider and program effectiveness, to create presentations, and publish and present reports and findings.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or doctorate degree in education, business, public administration or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience working as a teacher or leader in a PK-12 education setting or as a faculty or staff member in teacher preparation in a college, university, or alternative route program.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and trends related to educator preparation, provider accreditation, initial and ongoing program approval, and program evaluation and effectiveness.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate presentations, meetings, and workgroups.
• Effective data analysis, program evaluation, and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate, problem-solve, and use discretion and sound judgment in decision-making.

Additional Comments

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a master's or doctorate degree in education, business, public administration or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have five (5) years of experience working as a teacher or leader in a PK-12 education setting or as a faculty or staff member in teacher preparation in a college, university, or alternative route program?

• Yes
• No

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