Position Start Date is July 31 2025

This position will work with Special Services new hires

Professional Development Specialist

The job of Professional Development Specialist is done for the purpose/s of assisting in the coordination design delivery and implementation of staff development services for district employees.

This job reports to Director of Special Programs

Essential Functions

• Assists with the design delivery implementation and followup activities for the purpose of implementing professional development program activities that address identified training needs.
• Coordinates with district and building administrators a variety of committees etc. for the purpose of serving as a liaison and resource identifying training needs and/or coordinating professional development services within the District.
• Implements all district initiatives in the classroom for the purpose of providing onsite support for all classroom teachers and supporting district professional development.
• Participates in meetings workshops trainings and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting activities providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Processes documents and materials for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
• Researches a variety of information for the purpose of developing new programs that meet staff training needs.
• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of resolving problems providing information and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
• Trains mentors for the purpose of providing coaching and support to new teachers in the district.

Marginal Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information compose a variety of documents and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: bookkeeping principles; concepts of grammar and punctuation; office application software including relational databases; and conflict resolution.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities meetings and/or events; gather collate and/or classify data; and use basic jobrelated equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific jobrelated equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: networking and facilitating internal and external groups; communicating with diverse groups and individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; leading delegating and organizing tasks; and managing multiple projects.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organizations services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: some lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20 sitting 20 walking and 60 standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

THIS POSITION IS ALSO PAID THE FOLLOWING ANNUAL STIPEND:

15 Extended Days: TBD based on annual salary

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

None Specified Teaching Credential

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses None Specified

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority