Educator Support Services Spec.

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Job Title:  

Educator Support Services Spec.

Agency:

Department of Education

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005342

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Education is hiring for an Educator Support Specialist is responsible for coordinating practices at the state and district level that promote the recruitment and retention of effective teachers by advancing strong instructional practices, competency-based learning, and performance tools that drive educator growth. Educator Support Specialists collaborate with district administrators, school leaders, and support staff to engage educators in an integrated system that provides pathways for professional development, and career advancement. This is a remote field position. Because of the geographic responsibilities of the role, proximity to the Southeast Georgia service area is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

· Implement systems in competency-based learning, integrated professional development, and career advancement���for educators

· Assists with planning, implementation, and evaluation of professional learning that elevates effective teaching practices

· Analyzes data using multiple measures to inform indicators of growth and development for students, teachers, and schools

· Uses needs assessments and appropriate adult learning practices to facilitate professional learning experiences with teachers and school leaders

· Collaborates with district/school staff to provide job-embedded supports for educators through observations, lesson studies, and peer observation

· Provides individual and team consultation to adapt professional development so it meaningfully addresses educator learning needs

· Collects performance data through various means such as classroom observations, survey instruments, student assessments and other evidence of instructional effectiveness and responds to data requests to inform programming

· Evaluates program efficacy and utilizes pertinent data to propose local changes in methods and objectives

· Promotes collegial culture by fostering an environment of service, trust, and respect

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master’s degree from a Professional Standards Commission-approved accredited college or university

· Possesses experience modeling effective teacher behavior to adult learners in a variety of instructional settings

· Expert knowledge of adult learning and change management processes

· Experience training and/or implementing state educator performance evaluation system

***This is a remote telework position based in Downtown Atlanta. ***

Consideration/interviews will begin as soon as a list of applicants is established. Applications/resumes will be evaluated and only those meeting the qualifications may be forwarded to the hiring manager to be considered. Candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted directly. No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and seven (7) years of program management experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Education Prgm Spec 3 (EDP032) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.