Educator Support Services Spec. Teacher Evaluation (GaLEADS)

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Department of Education

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The Georgia Department of Education is hiring for an Educator Support Specialist who will be responsible for coordinating practices at the state and district level that promote the recruitment and retention of effective teachers by advancing strong instructional practices competency-based learning and performance tools that drive educator growth. Educator Support Specialists collaborate with district administrators school leaders and support staff to engage educators in an integrated system that provides pathways for professional development and career advancement. This is a remote field position. Because of the geographic responsibilities of the role proximity to the Southeast Georgia service area is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

Implement systems in competency-based learning integrated professional development and career advancementfor educators

Assists with planning implementation and evaluation of professional learning that elevates effective teaching practices

Analyzes data using multiple measures to inform indicators of growth and development for students teachers and schools

Uses needs assessments and appropriate adult learning practices to facilitate professional learning experiences with teachers and school leaders

Collaborates with district/school staff to provide job-embedded supports for educators through observations lesson studies and peer observation

Provides individual and team consultation to adapt professional development so it meaningfully addresses educator learning needs

Collects performance data through various means such as classroom observations survey instruments student assessments and other evidence of instructional effectiveness and responds to data requests to inform programming

Evaluates program efficacy and utilizes pertinent data to propose local changes in methods and objectives

Promotes collegial culture by fostering an environment of service trust and respect

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree from a Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university

Possesses experience modeling effective teacher behavior to adult learners in a variety of instructional settings

Expert knowledge of adult learning and change management processes

Experience training and/or implementing state educator performance evaluation system

***This is a remote telework position based in Downtown Atlanta. ***

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.