EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL I
Little Rock, ARJob$65–96K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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The Education Professional I designs, delivers, and assesses educational programs and curricula in academic or training environments. The role applies instructional and pedagogical principles to support student learning, collaborates with educators and administrators, and may work across schools, colleges, training centers, and other educational organizations.
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EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL I
Date: Nov 6, 2026
Req ID: 61016
Location:
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Category: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Anticipated Starting Salary: 64570.06
Position Number: 22082967
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 11/20/2026
ADE
Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.
Position Information
Job Series:Education – Education Professional Services
Classification:Education Professional I
Class Code:EES01P
Pay Grade:SPC02
Salary Range:$64,570 – $95,564
Job Summary
The Education Professional I is responsible for designing, delivering, and assessing educational programs and curricula within an academic or training environment. This role involves applying academic, instructive, and pedagogical principles and best practices to enhance student learning and development. The Education Professional I may work in various settings, including schools, colleges, institutes, training centers, and other educational organizations. They collaborate with educators, administrators, and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to ensure the delivery of high-quality education and support the achievement of learning outcomes.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and implement educational programs, lesson plans, and curricula aligned with agency goals and standards. Develop techniques for delivering engaging and effective instruction to students, using a variety of teaching methods and materials. Assess student learning and progress through formative and summative evaluations. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to student performance and program activities. Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to improve educational practices and outcomes. Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education. Cultivate a learning environment that supports student engagement and success. Use educational technology and tools to enhance instruction and learning experiences. Advocate for policies and initiatives that support the advancement of education.
Knowledge and Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Empathy and patience in working with students and colleagues. Proficiency in using instructional design and assessment tools.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Education, a specific subject area, or a related field.
Comprehensive knowledge of educational principles, practices, and curriculum development.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in using educational technology and digital tools.
Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to education.
Certification in teaching or educational administration preferred.
Ability to work effectively with educators and a variety of assorted personnel.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in education.
Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
Licensure/Certifications
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock
How this job compares
Set against the 1,548 open Educator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$65–96K/yr
- US median$77–100K/yr392 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $80K, is 10% below the US median midpoint ($89K) — in the middle half of Educator salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 10 open Educator jobs in Arkansas and 1,548 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Educator postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (487 postings).
- Education
- 776 of the 1,548 open Educator jobs (50%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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