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Location: Hartford, CT Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 02/04/2026 Expire Date: 03/04/2026 Salary: 100+ Job Categories: Education |
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Associate Education Consultant The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) is accepting applications for an Associate Education Consultant to serve as the CSDE liaison for the Open Choice program in the Greater Hartford Region and statewide through the Office of Strategic Planning and Partnership (OSPP) in Hartford. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Full Time, 35 hours per week. Monday through Friday. First Shift Occasional extended and weekend hours for recruitment events during high demand periods. Location: 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CT. THE ROLE The Associate Education Consultant position fills a critical responsibility in the school choice system by supporting implementation of key terms of the final agreement in the Sheff v. O’Neill litigation, known as the Comprehensive School Choice Plan (CCP), and ensuring participating local school districts receive consistent, specialized expertise to address the academic and social-emotional needs of diverse student populations. The position will support districts with: Developing and implementing CCP-aligned outreach, enrollment, and capacity-building strategies; Ensuring compliance with CCP requirements; and Strengthening statewide efforts to expand equitable access and participation in the Open Choice program and other interdistrict school choice options. Through this work, the position helps promote integrated educational opportunities, enhance program visibility, and support long-term planning necessary to increase student success and foster positive school climates. Position duties will include: Interpreting and implementing Open Choice and other school choice legislation, policies, and CCP requirements, and providing guidance to school and district administrators. Coordinating Open Choice initiatives among Open Choice administrators and Open Choice districts to support enrollment, grant management, program implementation, and CCP-aligned outreach and engagement. Monitoring Open Choice enrollment for trends, compliance with court orders and stipulations, and alignment with CCP goals for access, participation, and diversity. Providing technical assistance to districts on program implementation, grant utilization, family engagement, and strategies to promote equitable participation and positive school climate in interdistrict school choice opportunities. Overseeing school choice grants that support academic, social-emotional, and programmatic needs of Connecticut students, ensuring alignment with CCP expectations and state laws. Collaborating with districts and state agencies on construction and capacity initiatives that expand access to Open Choice opportunities and meet regional needs identified through the CCP. Supporting school leaders in improving school climate, and fostering supportive learning environments through interdistrict opportunities. Conducting stakeholder outreach, including families, community partners, and local school districts, to increase awareness of and participation in Open Choice opportunities and other interdistrict school choice options. Supporting development and implementation of academic, enrichment, and summer programming initiatives that enhance educational opprotunity and align with CCP goals. Providing CCP-aligned oversight and support for district-level planning, implementation monitoring, and reporting requirements. Analyzing data related to enrollment, capacity, transportation, and student support to inform planning, compliance, and program improvement. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and project management skills, has experience interpreting and applying state and federal education laws, and has extensive experience in grant management. ABOUT US CSDE is the administrative arm of the Connecticut State Board of Education and operates the OSPP as the central office responsible for school choice programs in the Greater Hartford Region and statewide. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE An earned advanced degree and five (5) years of professional experience OR in lieu thereof an equivalent combination of experience and training as approved by the appropriate Board and/or appointing authority. Contact Information
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Company Description: The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state. Some of our most popular 5 work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County. We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically: - Committed to making an impact - Serving the public through meaningful work - Seeking limitless opportunities to grow - Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits) - Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us! | |||||
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