Education Division Director - TL/DL Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5067756) Apply  Education Division Director - TL/DL Salary $6,153.00 - $12,074.00 Monthly Location Baton Rouge, LA Job Type Classified Job Number LDOE50668939-090525RK-TL/DL Department Education-State Activities Opening Date 09/05/2025 Closing Date 9/10/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions About this Job **This position is located in Baton Rouge, La** Office of Teaching & Learning - Diverse Learners Job Focus Area At the Louisiana Department of Education, our mission is to ensure every child, from birth through grade 12, has access to a high-quality education that empowers them to thrive as lifelong learners. Through strategic collaboration and innovative initiatives, we support educators and school systems statewide in delivering excellent instruction and support for all students. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director of Diverse Learners to lead the Division of Diverse Learners within the Office of Teaching and Learning. This critical leadership position will guide state-level policy and programs for special education, English Learners, and students with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities. The Executive Director will ensure compliance with federal mandates such as IDEA and ADA, while advancing strategies to improve outcomes for more than 100,000 students with disabilities and over 30,000 English Learners statewide. The ideal candidate will have expertise in meeting the needs of diverse learners, a strong track record in program management, and demonstrated success in leading large-scale systems change. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively influence thousands of students statewide and position Louisiana as a national leader in serving all learners. Applicants who possess the following experience are encouraged to apply: + Expertise in IDEA, ADA, and EL policy with demonstrated experience implementing federal and state compliance requirements. + In-depth knowledge of Louisiana’s Special Education Playbook and its application in school systems. + Proven leadership in managing special education and EL programs at the state, district, or large organizational level. + Strong background in data analysis and strategic planning to improve outcomes for all students with disabilities and English Learners. + Skilled in team management, including supervising staff and evaluating performance. + Effective collaborator and communicator with internal departments, schools systems, families, advocates, and national partners. + Knowledgeable about Louisiana’s education landscape, student data systems, and accountability structures. Minimum Qualifications Ten years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR Six years of full-time work experience plus seven years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus seven years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services; OR An advanced degree plus six years of experience in education, teaching, or administrative services. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=175820) . Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: As the Education Division Director for Teaching and Learning, Diverse Learners division, you will: + Oversee Special Education and EL Programs—ensure compliance with IDEA, ADA, and state laws; implement Louisiana’s Special Education Playbook; lead strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts. + Supervise and Support Staff—manage a team of program managers and specialists; provide coaching, assign work, approve leave/travel, and evaluate performance. + Coordinate Across Departments—collaborate with internal LDOE teams to integrate diverse learner supports into statewide initiatives. + Engage Stakeholders—serve as a liaison to OSEP and key state and national groups; engage with LEAs, families, advocates, and legislators to support diverse learner needs. + Manage Data and Budgets—analyze student and program data to guide decision-making; oversee IDEA budgets and discretionary grants; ensure effective use of state and federal funds. + Develop Guidance and Provide Training—create policies, tools, and resources for districts; lead professional development and technical assistance to support educators and school systems. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. The person hired for this position is expected to regularly report to the Baton Rouge office. Current permanent classified state employees may be required to accept a probationary appointment, if selected. Work Schedule:Work days are Monday - Friday; work hours will be determined. Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. **Note regarding the advertised pay range:The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy contact: Louisiana Department of Education – Human Resources PO Box 94064 Baton Rouge, LA 70804 ldoejobs@la.gov Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: + New Year's Day + Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, + Mardi Gras, + Good Friday, + Memorial Day, + Independence Day, + Labor Day, + Veteran's Day, + Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. ***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): + Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system + Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), + Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others 01 I understand that information on this application may be subject to investigation and verification and that any misrepresentation or material omission, including on my responses to supplemental questions, may cause my application to be rejected, my name to be removed from the eligible register, and/or subject me to disqualification from future job opportunities and/or dismissal from state service. + Yes + No 02 Do you have experience implementing IDEA and ADA requirements in a school or state education system? + Yes + No 03 If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience implementing IDEA and ADA requirements in a school or state education system. If you answered NO, enter “N/A”. 04 Do you have experience applying Louisiana’s Special Education Playbook or similar framework to improve outcomes for students with disabilities? + Yes + No 05 If you answered yes to the previous question, describe how you have applied Louisiana’s Special Education Playbook or similar framework to improve outcomes for students with disabilities. If you answered NO, enter “N/A”. 06 Do you have experience using data to drive program decisions for diverse learners? + Yes + No 07 If you answered yes to the previous question, provide an example of how you have used data to drive program decisions for diverse learners. If you answered NO, enter “N/A”. 08 Do you have experience leading teams and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support diverse learners? + Yes + No 09 If you answered yes to the previous question, describe your experience leading teams and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support diverse learners. If you answered NO, enter “N/A”. 10 Are you a current employee of the Louisiana Department of Education? Please note - teachers and other employees of the school system are NOT considered employees of the LA Department of Education. + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email