Salary: $6,612.67 - $7,347.60 Monthly
Location : Statewide, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01588
Department: Department of Education
Division: Education
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ETEP10
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
*This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance as well as travel to provide technical assistance to school districts.
* The selected applicant may live anywhere in Wyoming.
This position provides statewide technical assistance to school districts to build capacity for implementing reading assessment, intervention, and language and literacy programs as required by Wyoming statute. The role provides Technical Assistance to school district leadership teams in developing and sustaining adolescent literacy systems and professional learning structures aligned with evidence-based practices across grades 6 through 12. Through this work, the position advances the Wyoming Language and Literacy Act and the Wyoming Department of Education's objectives by improving student literacy outcomes and ensuring consistent implementation of language and literacy systems across the state.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!
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Human Resource Contact: Stacie West, , 307-777-7003
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
- Provide technical assistance to school districts to build and sustain comprehensive adolescent literacy systems aligned with Wyoming statutes, including assessment, instruction, and intervention
- Support district leadership teams in developing and implementing district language and literacy plans across grades 6 through 12
- Connect district leaders with high-quality literacy partners, including national-level experts in adolescent literacy, to support system-level implementation
- Provide technical assistance to school districts in developing professional learning systems that build educator capacity in adolescent literacy
- Support district leaders in aligning professional learning and coaching structures with evidence-based adolescent literacy practices
- Connect districts with professional learning providers, including national-level experts in adolescent literacy, and facilitate access to coordinated supports
- Provide technical assistance to districts in monitoring the implementation of adolescent literacy systems through required data submissions
- Support districts in collecting, submitting, and validating literacy data, including screening, intervention, and progress monitoring data
- Guide district leaders in using submitted data to evaluate effectiveness and support continuous improvement
- Collaborate as a member of the K-12 Language and Literacy Team to align technical assistance and supports across grade bands
- Contribute to the development of statewide resources, guidance, and support that strengthen statewide language and literacy systems
- Perform other duties as assigned to assist the Literacy Supervisor in supporting statewide literacy initiatives
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to applicants with a Masters or Doctorate degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field. Additional preference will be given to candidates who hold a valid educator license in the State of Wyoming and who have demonstrated expertise in adolescent literacy, including experience serving as an adolescent literacy specialist. Preference will be given to individuals with multiple years of experience teaching and coaching secondary literacy programs and supporting students and educators in grades 6-12.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Deep knowledge of adolescent literacy and evidence-based reading instruction grounded in the science of reading, including academic language, morphology, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing development
- Knowledge of multi-tiered systems of support, reading assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring practices aligned with Wyoming statutes
- Ability to provide technical assistance that builds district capacity for implementing and sustaining language and literacy systems
- Skill in analyzing and interpreting literacy data to support district decision making, continuous improvement, and implementation monitoring
- Ability to collaborate effectively with district leaders, educators, and statewide partners to support adolescent literacy initiatives
- Skill in facilitating professional learning systems and connecting districts with high-quality providers, including national-level experts in adolescent literacy
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey guidance, expectations, and technical information to diverse audiences
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and support statewide initiatives with organization and attention to detail
- Commitment to ongoing professional growth and the application of current research to improve adolescent literacy outcomes
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education)
Experience:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Office environment and statewide travel
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance as well as travel to provide Technical Assistance to Districts
- Travel is estimated to be 30%
- Successful applicants must reside in Wyoming or maintain a primary residence within a 100-mile radius of Cheyenne for the duration of their employment with the Wyoming Department of Education.
- Applicants may be asked to provide transcripts of any relevant coursework at the time of the interview or hire.
- Successful candidates must pass a fingerprinting, background, and reference check.
Supplemental Information
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Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
- Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
- Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
- Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
- Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
- Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
- Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
- Associate's Degree
- Associate's Degree and additional coursework
- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
- Master's Degree
- Master's Degree and additional coursework
- Doctorate Degree
- Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
- None of the Above
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
- 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
- 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
- 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
- 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
- 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
- N/A
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(ETEP10) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Education or Instruction? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: full time experience as certified secondary teacher, trainer, instructor, or full time responsibility for an educational program at the level of an education program analyst.)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
- Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have a Master's or Doctoral degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction?
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If yes, please provide the specific degree or certification, the field of study, and where it was obtained.
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Do you have a valid educator license or eligibility for licensure in the State of Wyoming?
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resources Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran - DD21