Job Description

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Coordinator II, Federal Programs.

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Title: Coordinator II, Federal Programs

Assists with the implementation and monitoring of state and federal programs to ensure compliance and enhance school system improvement. Manages Title I funds to support at-risk students, aligning resources with strategic educational goals. This role requires expertise in the field and the ability to operate with limited oversight.

Essential Job Duties:

• Serves as an internal subject matter expert, providing guidance to colleagues as required.
• Collaborates with schools and departments to analyze and review data, conducts needs assessments and develops strategies to improve educational outcomes.
• Monitors and supports the implementation of educational programs and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Provides training, technical assistance, and guidance to schools receiving federal funds to enhance their educational practices.
• Manages budgets for educational programs, including Title I, and assists with resource acquisition to meet program needs.
• Participates in the development and review of professional development plans for staff members.
• Ensures that private schools and neglected and delinquent (N&D) sites are utilizing federal funds appropriately.
• Completes complex analysis of educational initiatives' effectiveness and reports of educational program effectiveness and considers multiple variables in order to recommend optimal solutions.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Education Administration or closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university and 5+ years of relevant experience required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6 is required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6 or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.