Office _ Teacher Quality Professional Learning Facilitator T2; Professional Learning

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional teacher quality professional learning facilitator T2.

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Teacher Quality Professional Learning Facilitator T2

Facilitates professional learning and development for DCSD staff, including but not limited to educators and district leaders, by coordinating and implementing district-wide plans aligned with the district's and schools' visions. Enhances teaching quality and student achievement through data analysis and stakeholder collaboration. Provides specialized support and professional learning opportunities for teachers, particularly those in the early stages of their non-renewable certification.

This role requires demonstrated content expertise and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Collaborates with areas, district partners, academic coaches, and other stakeholders to support teacher development and enhance program implementation.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates professional learning experiences for staff by designing effective development sessions and leveraging knowledge of adult learning theory. Conducts classroom observations and learning walks to assess instructional effectiveness related to student achievement and provides individualized support based on data analysis.
• Facilitates the integration of technology into instructional lessons to increase student engagement in the learning process while supporting teachers with modeling effective teaching strategies.
• Serves district committees as well as consortium and statewide committees related to teacher quality, providing expertise in policy and program development.
• Analyzes school performance data to inform instructional practices, generates reports for professional development needs, and promotes continuous improvement across schools.
• Provides ongoing coaching for teachers, including modeling lessons, scheduling peer observations, and conducting mini-training sessions.
• Assists with the oversight of specific programs in the Department of Professional Learning such as DeKalb County School Teacher Academy for Preparation and Pedagogy (DCSD TAPP), New Teacher Induction Program, and teacher candidate field placements and support.
• Develops online resources for professional learning opportunities and coordinates tailored training sessions that blend content knowledge with differentiated instruction techniques suitable for diverse learners.
• Serves as an internal subject matter expert, providing guidance to colleagues as required.
• Completes complex analysis related to job functions, recommending solutions that involve consideration of multiple variables to enhance effectiveness.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field with 5 years of classroom teaching or similar experience required.
• A valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved certificate at level T-4 is required.