Salary: $57,700.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 190044
Agency: Department of Education
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: CB05
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $80,000.00
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Interested persons must complete a State Employment Application at www.careers.sc.gov. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The South Carolina Department of Education does not accept faxed, mailed, or hand delivered applications.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Job Purpose:
Serve as the state's Multilingual Education Program coordinator to implement, oversee, and promote the continuous improvement of the Language Instruction for English Learners and Immigrant Students program in accordance with Title III, Part A Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015, as amended.
Responsibilities:

• Coordinate programmatic planning and implementation of Title III, Part A. Serve as a resource to South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE), state government agencies, and Local Education Agencies (LEAs) for matters regarding Title III, Part A, multilingual learners, and immigrant students. Provide direct, ongoing technical assistance to LEAs and to increase compliance and ensure continuous improvement of the Title III, Part A program.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other SCDE federal program offices, agency divisions, LEAs, stakeholders, and community partners, to streamline systems and processes, enhance implementation of, and ensure compliance with Title III, Part A program requirements.
• Develop and lead statewide, regional, and/or local training opportunities, convene and lead stakeholder engagement groups, and develop and implement resources to increase subgrantee, district, and school capacity for effective implementation of the Title III, Part A program in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations, policies, guidance.
• Oversee Title III, Part A finance and application processes including allocation of funds, application review and approval, grant award documents, fiscal compliance, and oversight of allowable activities.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Team Leader, Director, Deputy, and/or Superintendent.

This position is located in the Office of Federal and State Accountability.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and five (5) years of English to Speakers of Other Languages experience or experience working at a State agency.
• Master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Hold a South Carolina professional educator certification.
• Expertise in the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) as reauthorized under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015.

Additional Comments
As a part of a generous compensation package, we offer comprehensive benefits that include generous paid time off, preeminent health care benefits, professional development opportunities, pension, a 401(k), and a hybrid work schedule with opportunity for remote work.

The South Carolina Department of Education offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year.
• 15 days sick leave per year.
• 13 paid holidays.
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs.

ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS CHOSEN FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE NOTIFIED BY LETTER THAT THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED.
Occasional in-state day and/or overnight travel to provide technical support and professional development opportunities to local operating agencies. Occasional out-of-state overnight travel to attend Federal Title III Part A English Language Acquisition events and/or state team meetings.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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I understand that a criminal record investigation will be conducted prior to employment being offered by the South Carolina Department of Education. My personal identifying information will be processed through the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED).

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Do you have a bachelor's degree and experience in education, management or business?

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Do you have a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of English to Speakers of Other Languages experience or experience working at a State agency?

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Do you have a master's degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university?

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Do you hold a South Carolina professional educator certification?

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Do you have expertise in the federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) as reauthorized under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) of 2015?

• Yes
• No

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