Child Nutrition Programs Instructional Design Specialist (ESC)
Child Nutrition Programs Instructional Design Specialist (ESC)
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System Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelors degree and at least four years of full-time or equivalent part-time professional educational experience in a specific or related content area educational program/or service;
a Masters degree or higher in a specific or related educational content area may be substituted for two years of the required experience -- 30 semester hours equals one year of experience for substitution purposes.
Special Requirements: Based on assignment possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License or the equivalent from another state may be required.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves and where collaboration innovation and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children youth and families thrive socially academically and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
This position is based at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Everett. Staff are currently operating within a hybrid model that combines two in-office workdays and telecommuting up to three days per week.
The Child Nutrition Programs Instructional Designer will support communication and professional development to organizations interested in and currently participating in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Federal Child Nutrition Programs including the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. The designer will develop learning activities assignments and assessments create computer-based training modules and storyboards develop instructor manuals rubrics and other teaching tools and collaborate with subject experts to develop course content. Update current public facing website to be an effective resource for the public and program operators ensuring 508 compliances.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with content experts to design develop pilot test and evaluate eLearning tools and events for School Nutrition Professionals administering and operating Child Nutrition Programs.
Apply knowledge of instructional design theory to create learning activities and compelling course content that enhance knowledge retention and empower implementation.
Consult with stakeholders to develop training program goals learning objectives and assessment tools.
Create new training programs from scratch with some supervision and content expert guidance starting with conducting a formal training needs analysis.
Develop a monitoring system for the progress and accomplishment of education and training objectives activities and impact on program integrity;
Develop comprehensive understanding of software and technology used to develop training and communicate program operations.
Develop 508 accessible materials and website.
Conduct data collection and analysis using standard survey tools (e.g. Alchemer Google Forms etc.)
Monitor learner engagement and make recommendations on ways to reach unengaged audiences.
Collaborate in activities and communication with internal staff and external stakeholders seeking to develop professional development for School Nutrition Professionals.
Collaborate as a part of the Nutrition and School Wellness Education and Training section to provide technical assistance to programs to maintain efficient and effective management practices to support program integrity;
Establish and maintain regular communication with program internal staff and collaborating school districts and partner outreach organizations including by phone mail and email;
Work across department clusters and with collaborating agencies on activities to enhance department goals;
Work actively to ensure all program activities are conducted in compliance with USDA and DESE affirmative action non-discrimination policies;
Collaborate on projects with colleagues and perform other duties as required.
Based on assignment travel throughout the Commonwealth may be required.
Preferred Qualifications:
knowledge of instructional theory including assessment experience with learning management systems
ability to develop and present training and technical assistance materials to a variety of audiences;
ability to work on multiple tasks;
commitment to advancement of federal Child Nutrition Programs
demonstrated ability to participate effectively in professional team efforts;
strong oral and written communication skills;
excellent interpersonal and group processing skills with diverse groups of people;
critical thinking and problem solving using technology; and
ability to maintain a varied schedule of local regional and statewide activity which is not restricted by access to public transportation.
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) knows that our most important asset is our staff and that creating strong schools starts with recruiting the best talent. DESE continuously strives for a workplace that values a community of diverse talent where everyone works together to improve education for all students as outlined in ourEducational Vision (). We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Applicants must submit a cover letter along with their resume.
Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
