A professional who plans and coordinates educational policies for specific subject area or grade level. Responsibilities include:

• Develops programs for in-service education of teaching personnel.
• Confers with federal, state, and local school officials to develop curricula and establish guidelines for educational programs.
• Confers with lay and professional groups to disseminate and receive input on teaching methods.
• Reviews and evaluates curricula for use in schools and assists in adaptation to local needs.
• Interprets and enforces provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of State Board of Education.
• Conducts or participates in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.
• Studies and prepares recommendations on instructional materials, teaching aids, and related equipment.
• Prepares or approves manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts.
• Advises school officials on implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.
• Conducts research into areas, such as teaching methods and techniques.
• May perform tasks at local school district level or as independent consultant in area of expertise.
• May be designated as consultant in specific area, such as reading, elementary education, or audio-visual education.