Title II Section

Phoenix Location

Salary: $70000 - $75000

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 01/07/2026

The Professional Learning Specialist will support the State Education Agency (SEA) in its fulfillment of the professional development program under state activities carried out under Title II Part A Supporting Effective Instruction Grant. This position will support the design revision implementation and facilitation of educator leadership academies training and other professional learning opportunities and work cooperatively to implement and monitor effective systems based on data and research to increase the effectiveness of teachers in high need Arizona schools and districts.
Occasional in-state and rare out-of-state travel is required for this position.

The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs). Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.

Preparation for and facilitation of professional learning
Collaboration in the design and revision of training content
Collection organization validation and dissemination of data to support the Effective Teachers and Leaders team
Project work to support the Effective Teachers and Leaders team

Knowledge in:
Knowledge of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) particularly relating to Title II; Methods and instructional strategies that strengthen the academic program of a school and LEA
Implementation of a well-rounded program of instruction conditions for learning and systems of support to meet the academic needs of all students
Leadership and management techniques
Applicants must have taught or administered an educational program
A bachelors degree in education or related field or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree is required
Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of teaching experience and 3 years of site/district leadership or instructional coaching

Skills in:
Working and collaborating with teams
Project and strategic plan development implementation and evaluation
Providing professional learning using a variety of delivery methods
Applying systems thinking
Applying problem-solving techniques
Providing differentiated technical assistance and support.

Ability to:
Communicate effectively with educators at all levels and the public
Guide and support school leaders in designing implementing and evaluating effective program models
Manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision and respect for confidentiality
Prioritize tasks and develop workflow so that deadlines are met
Develop maintain and enhance effective collaborative partnerships with internal departments and external stakeholders

Preference will be given to those applicants with:
Advanced degrees in curriculum and instruction or leadership
Applicants with extensive experience in instructional coaching or school/district leadership

(Early Childhood positions) Applicants must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or the ability to obtain one prior to employment start date.
Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks required documents and if applicable a post-offer medical/physical evaluation.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business then the following requirements apply:Drivers License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Ten paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page

You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment subject to waiting period. On or shortly after your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling or emailing Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.