Coordinator of Professional Learning and Staff Development

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Director of Administrative Services with input from the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction the Coordinator of Professional Learning and Staff Development performs a variety of human resource and curriculum functions including but not limited to leading and supporting highquality professional learning initiatives across the district. This position will play a key role in supporting educator growth through the induction of new teachers oversight of professional development programs implementation of licensure tracking systems and support for National Board Certification.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Education Curriculum & Instruction Educational Leadership or a related field.
• Maryland State teaching certification with an Administrator I endorsement.
• A minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching or instructional leadership experience.
• Demonstrates knowledge of teacher licensure requirements and professional development best practices.
• Strong organizational communication and technology skills.
• Ability to design create and execute projects using databases graphs charts and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work with all school system staff and the general public.
• Must be pleasant and professional.
• A selfstarter and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with PowerSchool Professional Learning platform
• Experience in coordinating adult learning or educator learning programs
• Familiarity with National Board Certification processes and supports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Licensure Management and Compliance:
• Serve as the district lead in understanding and communicating Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) licensure requirements
• Guide educators through the certification and renewal processes.
• Support teachers pursuing National Board Certification including managing timelines resources and support systems.
• Professional Learning Platform Implementation:
• Lead the district wide implementation of Professional Learning (a PowerSchool product) to track manage and store licensure points and Personal Development records
• Train and support staff on effective use of the platform.
• Ensure data accuracy system maintenance and integration with district processes.
• Professional Development Coordination:
• Plan organize and implement all districtwide professional development (PD) activities.
• Coordinate external PD opportunities including conferences workshops and specialized training.
• Collaborate with administrators and instructional staff to assess PD needs and effectiveness.
• New Teacher Induction:
• Develop coordinate and evaluate a comprehensive induction program for new staff members.
• Provide mentorship structures and professional learning aligned with district goals and new educator needs.
• Data and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of professional development activities participation and licensure progress.
• Generate reports and insights to inform district leadership and comply with state requirements.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Serve as a liaison between district administration school based staff MSDE and external professional learning providers.
• Communicate PD opportunities and licensure updates clearly and regularly to all stakeholders.

Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs and in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race color religion national origin sex age marital status sexual orientation genetic information gender identity or disability. This prohibition pertains to enrollment in courses and program offerings participation in schoolsponsored activities hiring promotion compensation job classification assignment and all other functions and activities of the school system affecting either its student population or its employees.

PAY & HOURS:

This position is a 12month position with a minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Caroline County Board of Education Administrators & Supervisors Salary Scale. Placement on the appropriate salary lane/step will be based on knowledge experience skills and abilities related to this position.

Required Experience:

Staff IC