Professional Development Facilitator; Part Time

Position: Professional Development Facilitator (Part Time)

Professional Development Facilitator (Part Time)

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Position Summary

The Professional Development Facilitator at Arizona Science Center will coordinate, develop, and implement science professional learning experiences as an active member of the professional learning team. Responsibilities include professional development, coaching, mentoring, and facilitating learning networks. This position reports to the Director of Professional Learning and works collaboratively with members of the professional development team to provide Arizona teachers with ongoing training and support relating to science curriculum/content and inquiry-based teaching strategies with the intent to expand and enhance the pool of qualified and passionate science educators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead through facilitating workshops, developing content, and coaching Arizona Educators.
• Develop and facilitate teacher education/professional development programs for school and district contracts, the Science Teacher Residency program (STaR), and grant funded programs per Arizona Science Center priorities and guidelines.
• Provide coaching and mentoring services to Arizona educators as included in contracts, STaR, and grant funded programs.
• Represent Arizona Science Center within the community as needed.
• Lead, develop and facilitate training programs for Arizona Science Center employees as requested following Arizona Science Center priorities and guidelines.
• Participate in planning, facilitating, and evaluating each of the individual lessons/activities that comprise the STaR program modules. Modules address life science, space, physical science, earth science, environmental science, and chemistry.
• Maintain program documentation, including, but not limited to participant attendance, expenses, contact logs, and service logs.
• Develop new and/or refine current content for Arizona Science Center’s Lesson Plan Database and Educator Guides, the online repository of standards-aligned lesson plans.
• Remain current and apply best practices in teacher education and science/ STEM education.

Collaborate with Arizona Science Center team members and the community

• Maintain a safe, friendly, and fun work and learning environment through respectful interactions with team members.
• Collaborate with others to ensure all programs align with Arizona Science Center’s Strategic Plan.
• Communicate with internal staff and external partners regarding program logistics.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with education communities and external organizations, such as professional groups, universities, and school districts.
• Collaborate with outside vendors (Microbric, Code.org, etc.) to align programs with Arizona Science Center’s Strategic Plan and ensure exceptional customer service.

Evaluate the effectiveness of professional learning workshops and self

• Continually monitor programs for quality insurance via evaluation, working closely with research and evaluation professionals, and implementing modifications/revisions based on evaluation findings and recommendations.
• Regularly self‑reflect on performance and experiences in order to determine areas of professional growth. Work with the Manager of Professional Learning in order to locate/determine opportunities that align.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in science, education, or related discipline. Alternatively, 5+ years related experience, training, and education.
• Experience with science education and content.
• Experience in developing and delivering professional development programs for teachers.
• Strong understanding of Arizona College and Career Ready Standards, Three Dimensional Learning, and Next Generation Science Standards.
• Must be creative and dynamic; exhibit enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, and openness to new ideas.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and deadlines. Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Being bilingual is a plus.
• Proficiency in G‑Suite (Gmail, Docs, Spreadsheets, Slideshows, and…