Coordinator of Professional Development – Elementary ELA

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Department Summary

This position is a part of the larger Coordinators of Professional Development team, which partners with the Mississippi Department of Education in providing high-quality professional learning opportunities for schools, districts and various other agencies in the state of Mississippi. The team is comprised of multifaceted individuals who create and deliver trainings in their specific area of expertise.

Role Specifications

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Family –Education

Sub-Family –Continuing Education

Grade –7
Min Mid Max

$51,$77,397

Role Summary

Supports the planning, design, and implementation of new professional level credit and non-credit programs and facilitates cross-departmental communication in support of the establishment of new continuing education programs.

• Research and create slide decks on various topics relating to his/her area of expertise
• Present sessions in school districts, agencies and at conferences throughout the state
• Attend required meetings
• Complete and submit various reports
• Create and facilitate online courses
• Possess above average technology skills

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

• Researches and selects curriculum content, designs courses and prepares assessment tools regarding specific programs to align with objectives and strategy.
• Disseminates course updates and newly created content with program stakeholders, solicits feedback and alters curriculum if appropriate.
• Serves as an initial point of contact and facilitates cross-unit communication with colleagues and accreditation resources to obtain relevant and accurate information for the program.
• Implements and delivers program content.
• Directs operational logistics of specialized programming segments and communication materials under general supervision.

Examples of Work Performed

• Facilitating virtual session via Zoom or TEAMs
• Completing executive summary reports
• Completing travel reports
• Updating calendars
• Contacting and responding to emails from districts
• Providing resources to schools and/or districts
• Presenting in a face-to-face setting
• Develops and coordinates professional development training programs for synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities held face-to-face and online.
• Provides on-going technical assistance to K-5 educators across the state.
• Presents and speaks at professional trainings and works with K-5 teachers in the classroom to implement MS CCRS for English Language Arts.
• Coordinates the production of materials to promote professional development services offered by the department.
• Conducts needs assessments for training; oversees development of training materials.
• Collaborates with various agencies to promote professional development services and determine training needs.
• Coordinates the production of materials to promote professional development services offered by the department.
• Creates and submits all required reports reflecting training presented and participating individuals to required personnel.
• Stays abreast of professional developments related to the training programs through research and attending in-state seminars and/or conferences.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Education:Bachelor’s Degree

Experience:(3) Three Years Experience

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