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Position Title:

Senior Coordinator, Teacher Training Programs

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

SG20

Pay Grade, if union:

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

Non-Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to manage and coordinate the processes for orienting, training, and retaining new teachers in the school district based on best practices and state law. Coordinates various other teacher development and training as needed.

Essential Functions of this Job

Designs, plans, and facilitates ongoing sessions of new teacher orientation throughout the year. Designs and implements all facets of a school-based orientation program for new teachers. Coordinates with Human Resource Services personnel and others regarding employment requirements. Delineates types of new teacher training and coordinates with other departments. Designs, plans, and facilitates training opportunities for teachers linked directly to identified teacher competencies, essential performance criteria, and accomplished practices based in state laws. Maintains a trainer pool. Ensures all items required for certification are completed and appropriately documented. Communicates all related training opportunities and schedules to stakeholders. Maintains budget-related program. Designs, plans, and facilitates all facets of intern placement program. Coordinates National Board Certification activities. Remains current in legislation and best practices and modifies programs accordingly. Collects feedback from new teachers relative to their training and success level. Gathers data and creates reports related to: New Teacher Orientation, School-Based Orientation, and Intern Placement. Adjusts program continually as data suggests changes are needed.

Assists with Professional Development in-service record keeping management. Provides assistance to schools to improve student achievement by facilitating development activities pertaining to professional development, addressing the needs of diverse learners, inclusionary practices, and high-yield strategies consistent with the latest research.

Works closely with district senior staff, school-based administrators, and teachers to enhance practices for the purpose of increased student achievement. Facilitates evaluation certification training.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of existing requirements and programs for new teachers. Thorough knowledge of effective teaching practices and related assessment procedures. Ability to communicate in a professional manner with various groups of employees and the public. Ability to supervise adults. Highly organized, including the ability to handle many projects simultaneously. Ability to interpret and apply research for the purpose of program improvement. Highly intrinsically motivated. High level of initiative. Technology proficient.

Thorough knowledge of the most promising high-yield strategies to enhance student learning. Thorough knowledge of adult learning theory and competency acquisition processes. Thorough knowledge of the latest research relative to universal design in educational practices. Demonstrated abilities in enhancing the professional development of others as well as in coaching and mentoring to improve practice and learning outcomes. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree is preferred. Exemplary teaching experience and documentation of successful adult training experience are required.

Work Context:

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment:

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting, standing, moving about, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds and infrequently weighing more than 20 pounds.

Local Code:

0576

EEO5:

43

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.