Teaching and Learning Specialist – (24000393)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

This position will work closely with nonpublic schools to support Equitable Participation consultations and professional learning aligned with the identified needs that enable students to find academic success. Provide sustained, intensive, collaborative, job-embedded, data-driven and classroom focused professional learning to support Title IIA services in nonpublic schools. As an active member of the Programs and Services team, this position will work collaboratively with colleagues on initiatives related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning.

Essential Functions:

• Provide guidance and support to teachers and administrators to implement effective instructional strategies, incorporating technology, and differentiating instruction for diverse learners.
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to enhance teacher knowledge and skills in various areas such as classroom management, assessment, and pedagogy.
• Assist in designing and implementing assessment strategies to measure student learning outcomes, analyze data and provide feedback to teachers for instructional improvement.
• Support teachers in effective integration of technology tools and resources into their instruction to enhance student engagement, collaboration, and achievement.
• Offer coaching and support to teachers in implementing research-based practices including modeling effective strategies, providing feedback and assisting with lesson planning.
• Curate and recommend a wide range of materials, including books, text, and digital resources that are appropriate for different grade levels, interests, and reading abilities.
• Stay updated on current educational research, trends, and best practices to inform decision making, provide evidence-based recommendations, and promote continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
• Collaborate with the Programs and Services Division on initiatives related to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning.

Other Duties: This position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibility: No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 193-day calendar position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Hours of work are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This calendar will be mutually developed between the Supervisor and the employee. Occasional travel to PAIU meetings, evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel: Driver’s License is required as travel to various shelter and school locations both in and around Bucks County. Occasional overnight stays may be required to attend trainings and conferences.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Level of Degree:

o Bachelor’s Degree required.

o Master’s Degree preferred.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

o PA Level I or Level II Instructional Certification is required.

o In depth knowledge about one or more curriculum areas preferred. 

o Teaching experience is required; minimum of 5 years teaching experience preferred.

o Knowledge of PA Education Initiatives (such as, but not limited to: Teacher Effectiveness, Keystone Exams, Future Ready PA Index, Career Readiness) is required.

o Experience required with designing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality professional learning for educators and/ or administrators

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Primary Location

: US-PA-DOYLESTOWN

Work Locations

: 

Bucks IU Administrative Office 

705 Shady Retreat Rd 

DOYLESTOWN 18901

Job

: Professional-Union

Organization

: Bucks IU Business Unit

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

: Aug 22, 2024, 12:40:05 PM

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