- Position Title
- Supervisory Education Specialist (Early Childhood/Special Education)
- Agency
- Bureau of Indian Education
- Announcement Number
- BIE-12723643-25-VMS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 30, 2025 to Tuesday, May 20, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
This position is subject to the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 U.S.C. 5116 (reclassified from 472)), which affords employment preference to qualified Native American candidates. Proof of eligibility, in the form of a completed Verification of Indian Preference, BIA - 4432 Form, must be provided with your application by the closing date to be granted such preference.
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
Note: You must include and upload your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
Note: You must include and upload your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
2.
Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service?
3.
Do you possess a valid state driver's license which you have held for at least three years preceding this application?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in an Education Specialist at the Level 05/06 position with the Bureau of Indian Education. We will evaluate your resume and your response to this Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
BASIC EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS LEVEL 05
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the basic education and experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Education Specialist Level 05.
BASIC EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS LEVEL 06
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the basic education and experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Education Specialist Level 06.
3.
Are you currently certified by a state's Department of Education with an Education Specialist Certification in the state where this position is located?
NOTE: This may include certifications issued by other states recognized by the state in its Education Specialist Certification Reciprocity Program.
(You must upload a copy of your state certification and/or Education Specialist Reciprocity documentation; otherwise, credit will not be given.)
Make sure you submit a copy of your license to support your response.
NOTE: This may include certifications issued by other states recognized by the state in its Education Specialist Certification Reciprocity Program.
(You must upload a copy of your state certification and/or Education Specialist Reciprocity documentation; otherwise, credit will not be given.)
Make sure you submit a copy of your license to support your response.
4.
The position requires a valid State Driver's license. The work requires extensive driving between work sites throughout the geographic area of the Education Line Office, or school compound. A valid State Driver's license must be maintained as a condition of employment; failure to do so may result in removal from the position. Do you have a valid state issued driver's license?
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience and your self-rating is not supported, your score will be lowered.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
5.
Plans, develops, administers, and coordinates of academic and curriculum-based programs i.e. special education.
6.
Prepares and submits grant applications for the allocation of funds for special education and other programs.
7.
Creates program activities for children with disabilities that utilize curricula based on Common Core State Standards when developing individualized education plans.
8.
Design courses, activities and programs for residential schools where English is a second language.
9.
Conducts in-service training sessions with the staff concerning development of materials, use of existing materials, testing, evaluation, and dissemination of information.
10.
Recommend education improvement strategies that align with state and federal guidelines in monitoring school performance for compliance.
11.
Assist in the implementation of an educational integrated monitoring system at a K-12 school utilizing multiple data sources and methods.
12.
Provide technical assistance and guidance with the collection and analysis of school data to determine progress made or slippage in meeting the State Performance Plan for reporting requirements.
13.
Identify and research resources for staff development or special programs.
14.
Monitor program performance and project accomplishments to assess compliance with state and federal, goals and measures.
15.
Provide technical assistance to schools on how to evaluate children.
16.
Provide community resources through establishing networks with key individuals or groups.
17.
Follow up on requests or complaints to improve school and workplace settings.
18.
Modify products or services based on suggestions or feedback from customers.
19.
Meet with interest groups (school staff, students, parents, etc.) to obtain their views on program initiatives.
20.
Make oral presentations to higher management or outside organizations on changing community needs or demands.
21.
Lead discussions surrounding topics of concern to stake holders, i.e., parents, students, management, tribal education members, school boards.
22.
Organizes and operates in coordination with other agency staff, agency field workshops for the purpose of training personnel, school boards, tribal council representatives, parents, and students for meaningful involvement, analysis, and evaluation techniques for program efficiency.
23.
Notify individuals or offices in writing of decisions, problems, or further actions needed.
24.
Compose correspondence or other written work for management (for example, operating procedures, reports, research or grant proposals).
25.
Monitor employee(s) performance and make recommendations during rating cycle.
26.
Reviews and assigns work to program staff.
27.
Establishes and evaluates performance for program staff.
28.
Leads staff meetings and addresses employee concerns.
Your rating for this Occupational Questionnaire is subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. In the selection process are specifically designed steps to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probation period. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability. APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered or uploaded (i.e., resume, veterans or Indian preference documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50's) is received and is accurate.
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Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.