Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Education Administrator I of the Professional Learning Innovations Office (PLIO) and the Director of the Professional Learning Support Division (PLSD) and working cooperatively with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) and select Ministries of Education of foreign governments, the Bilingual Education Programs Consultant serves in a lead capacity to support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Exchange Visitor Program covering international teachers and the Binational Migrant Education Teacher Program.

Act as the liaison, with the designation of Responsible Officer for the U.S. Department of State (USDS), Exchange Visitor Program on behalf of the Department; conduct official communications and maintain working relationships with the CTC, USDS, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Embassies in foreign countries, and consular offices of the United States, Spain, and Mexico; recruit, screen, and select properly credentialed bilingual visiting teachers to improve student academic performance; plan and conduct educational activities.

Maintain positive diplomatic relations; participate in state and foreign travel as necessary for program operation; read, write, and prepare materials in Spanish; conduct meetings in Spanish.

Prepare visiting teachers’ academic records; prepare and maintain the security of the DS-2019 Certificates for J-1 non-immigrant status for the foreign nationals offered teaching positions; prepare classroom observation forms and teacher surveys to monitor the effectiveness of the visiting teachers; analyze data and prepare an annual evaluation report. Conduct orientation sessions for the visiting and binational teachers; develop and make presentations at meetings in select cities in Spain, Mexico, and the United States in collaboration with select Migrant Education Regions. Provide technical expertise on the California public school system, credentialing requirements, and United States visa procedures.

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Working Conditions

This position is designated as bilingual (Spanish). The incumbent will be required to utilize bilingual skills at least ten percent (10%) or more of the time while performing their duties. The incumbent must be able to pass a bilingual-Spanish fluency examination. Differential paid upon completion of Spanish-language certification.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. A hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and physically reporting to the office.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) fluency in the Spanish language. If the State of California does not have a current record documenting your fluency in this language, you will be required to successfully pass an approved language fluency test prior to being hired.

Individuals MUST have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: or at the link below:

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Literacy in Spanish is required. Knowledge and understanding of the Exchange Visitor Program covering international teachers, the Binational Migrant Education Teacher Program, and a thorough understanding of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and the State Board of Education's policies. Experience working with school districts, county offices of education, colleges, universities, and other education service providers would be highly beneficial. Excellent communication abilities (both written and verbal), strong interpersonal skills, and good organizational habits are all essential.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Important Application Instructions

• How to Apply for state jobs:
• Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer account are highly recommended.
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• Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
• For experience to be considered, your STD 678 (state application) must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed will be considered incomplete.
• For civil service classifications, do not use working titles.
• If you choose not to submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), use the revised 06/2024 version.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a copy of your transcripts or diploma. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
• Please note that the CalCareer system  will not allow you to make changes to your application once it is submitted.
• Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name ,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
  

  1. Provide a summary of your relevant experience as it relates to the desirable qualifications listed above.

  2. Provide two examples to demonstrate your ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) in a professional environment.

  3. Describe your experience with project coordination and management.

  4.Summarize your experience working collaboratively with another organization, educational agency, or state agency.

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