Coordinator of Professional Development, Flagler College Institute for Classical Education

Description

The Institute for Classical Education at Flagler College supports classical schools throughout Florida through professional development programming that advances classical and liberal arts education. Working closely with the Institute’s Director, the Coordinator of Professional Development will plan, organize, and implement professional development programs for K-12 classical educators across the state; the Coordinator will also develop relationships between Flagler College and college placement counselors and administration at K-12 classical schools connected with Flagler’s Institute, including visits to K-12 schools and coordinating visits to Flagler’s campus.

Leveraging the resources of Flagler College, the Institute fosters active partnerships with classical schools throughout Florida – as principals and heads of school advise on program topics for professional development. Through a variety of events and offerings, the Institute supports educators engaged in classical and liberal arts education through professional development for teachers; leadership training for school administrators; on-site support at schools;

student enrichment opportunities on campus; and statewide collaboration among classical education leaders. More information can be found here:
Institute for Classical Education | Flagler College.

This is a full-time, one-year grant-funded position, with the possibility of renewal pending budget and funding. Regular travel throughout the State of Florida is expected; flexible hours for on-campus presence when not traveling.

• Under the direction of the Director of the Classical Institute, develop, implement, and work to expand programming for K-12 classical education teachers in support of their professional development needs.
• Manage the roster of Classical Institute fellows and experts that develop and offer professional development courses for the Institute.
• Build and maintain partnerships with classical education schools(public and private) throughout the state of Florida.
• Routinely travel for the purposes of outreach, partnership building, and leading professional development sessions – primarily in Florida. Occasional travel to affiliated conferences or other workshops may also be required.
• Assist the Director in organizing on-campus events, including educator workshops and symposia.
• Work closely with partner schools’ administration, staff, and practitioners to build programming to meet their evolving needs.

• Bachelor’s degree;
  Master’s preferred;
  PhDs or PhD candidates coming from academia and looking to enter K-12 Classical Education with appropriate degree work will also be considered.
• K-12 classical education teaching or administrative experience (at least 3 years); or appropriate expertise in classical education.
• Experience in program development and/or leadership role in a K-12 classical school; or appropriate higher education-level experience with classical learning and pedagogy.
• A robust understanding of theory and practice of classical education.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exhibit good judgment in making decisions concurrent with Flagler College policies.
• Excellent organizational and public presentation/speaking skills.
• Collaborative leader.

Sedentary work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time and occasionally walking and standing.

Climbing, walking, crouching, repetitive motions, and ability to communicate appropriately with students/colleagues.

Occasional hours outside the normal College workday, specifically evening or weekend hours during peak processing times. Some travel to work with partnership schools.

Ability to use telephone and able to public speak on a regular basis.

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