Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist (Elementary Education)

Summary About the Position: This position is under the DoDEA Headquarters Elementary Education Directorate which is located at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. Duties Provides strategic leadership for PK–5 curriculum and instructional initiatives, conducting long range planning and analyses to identify needs, mitigate risks, and align work with DoDEA’s strategic priorities. Oversees program development and execution, establishing SMART goals, monitoring progress, evaluating effectiveness through data, and recommending improvements to enhance student learning outcomes. Develops, communicates, and refines program policies and guidance, incorporating stakeholder feedback, ensuring alignment with agency priorities, and supporting consistent implementation across regions. Manages federal resources and procurement activities, serving as or supporting the COR by drafting statements of work, conducting technical evaluations, and overseeing contractor performance. Leads the design and evaluation of professional learning, ensuring offerings are data driven, aligned to program goals, and effectively build the capacity of ISSs and educators. Provides technical and administrative supervision to Instructional Systems Specialists, including onboarding, coaching, performance management, and ensuring adherence to agency policies and labor agreements. Facilitates collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, coordinating cross functional teams to support cohesive curriculum implementation and program alignment across DoDEA. Ensures effective organizational operations for the Elementary Education Division, maintaining procedures, documentation, and meeting structures while representing the division in agency forums. Oversees the readiness and accountability of instructional resources, ensuring timely provisioning, clear communication with stakeholders, and effective management of materials supporting PK–5 programs. Requirements Conditions of employment Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Requirement. Proof of U.S. Citizenship required. Direct deposit of pay is required. One year probationary period may be required. Appointment subject to a suitability/fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. One year supervisory probation period may be required. This position requires a Tier 1 (T1) investigation. This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. You may be required to sign a transportation agreement. Qualifications Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Basic requirement for an Instructional System Specialist: Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. The course work must have included study in at least four of the following five areas: (1) Learning theory, psychology of learning, educational psychology: Study of learning theories as they relate to the systematic design, development, and validation of instructional material. (2) Instructional design practices: Study of the principles and techniques used in designing training programs, developing design strategy and models, and applying design methods to the improvement of instructional effectiveness. (3) Educational evaluation: Study of the techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of instructional/educational programs, including developing written and performance tests and survey instruments, and determining reliability and validity of evaluation instruments. (4) Instructional product development: Study of the techniques appropriate for developing training materials, including identifying learner characteristics, specifying objectives, applying training strategy, validating training materials, and evaluating training. OR (5) Computers in education and training: Study of the application of computers in education and training, including selecting appropriate computer software. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service which includes: conducting long-term studies or program evaluations reviewing instructional practices and methods of instructional delivery; developing policies, procedures, or technical guidance for elementary education programs; and leading or directing the work of professional staff by providing guidance, supporting goal setting, monitoring work progress, or helping resolve work-related issues. Experience may include formal supervisory duties or leadership roles that demonstrate readiness for entry-level supervision.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade level (GS-13). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional information Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Be advised that effective Jan. 1 2018, under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, most civilian employee relocation allowances became taxable. The Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) reimburses eligible employees for the additional Federal, State, and local income taxes incurred as a result of receiving taxable travel income. RITA does not apply to new government employees or employees returning from an overseas assignment for the purpose of separation from Government service. For more information, visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.html. Applicants with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should notify David Walton [email protected] This position is not covered by a bargaining unit. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. You may claim Military Spouse preference. As a Military Spouse Preference eligible, you must be determined best qualified at the full performance level to receive preference. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits