Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Position is full-time and part of the teacher bargaining unit. This position includes additional summer planning hours. Salary and benefits are part of the master agreement
Must have a valid MN teaching license and k-12 Reading License or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board
by Metro ECSU
Special Education Department: Program Support Position
Organization:
Metro ECSU is a nonprofit regional cooperative serving the seven-county Twin Cities area (metroecsu.org).
Job Description:
This position is within Metro ECSU’s department of special education. The position includes supporting members of the special education department in completing grant requirements and projects. The activities of this position include planning, coordinating programs and activities; making contacts with schools and districts; handling details and logistics; and information management/communication.
This position is part-time employment (130 days.) Start date: as soon as possible.
by Metro ECSU
Professional Development Strategist
General Summary/Purpose of Job:
The Professional Development Coordinator will coordinate, develop, present and nurture professional development opportunities for Metropolitan Educational Services Cooperative Unit (Metro ECSU) members and associate members so school professionals can learn “cutting edge” practices in student learning and school leadership. The Professional Development Coordinator will also provide periodic professional development for Metro ECSU staff. The Professional Development Coordinator will be a member of Metro ECSU’s leadership team and collaborate with the leaders in Metro ECSU and Minnesota Service Cooperative Education Committee.
Essential Duties:
(These duties are a representative sample; duties may vary.)
The Professional Development Strategist will…
Identify Metro ECSU’s Members Professional Development Needs
Coordinate with school districts to identify professional development needs of the staff, including teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, custodians, and teacher coaches.
Identify ECSU Staff Professional Development Needs
Work collaboratively with Metro ECSU staff members and leaders to meet the professional development of ECSU staff.
Partner with Minnesota Department of Education and Regional Leaders (MSC)Participate in the planning and delivery of professional development of regional initiatives.
Function as the key contact with Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and Minnesota Service Cooperative Education Committee to support statewide and regional professional development initiatives.
Create and Oversee the planning of Professional Development Plan for Metro ECSU DistrictsOversee all Metro ECSU professional development offered to member districts, including but not limited to teacher, paraprofessional, and administrative professionals.
Ensure strategies are embedded in all Metro ECSU professional development that supports creating equitable classrooms and schools.
Develop long and short-range goals, professional development plan and calendar for Metro ECSU members and associate members.
Ensure ECSU’s professional development activities has a focus on research-based practices that improve student learning and engagement.
Plan and coordinate professional development that enhances school staff knowledge and skills in using technology and digital learning and curriculum.
Lead ECSU support staff in the promotion and marketing of Metro ECSUs professional development offerings.
Deliver Professional Development Related to the Strategist’s ExpertiseDevelop and deliver directly professional development to member and associate members.
Educate ECSU Staff on current trends in professional development.
Deliver professional development that builds knowledge and skills to build relationships with students and families from other cultures, so students feel welcomed and supported by their teacher and school.
Research Presenters that Offer Professional Development to Support Member Needs
Maintain a database of professional development vendors and presenters; coordinate and contract with them to deliver professional development to Metro ECSU members and associate members
Build revenue and monitor expenses.
Evaluate and Adjusts Plan Accordingly
Develop a continuous improvement plan that regularly evaluates Metro ECSUs professional development
Other Duties as Assigned by Executive Director:
Metro ECSU Leadership Responsibilities
The Professional Development Strategist will…
Attend and contribute to Metro ECSU’s Leadership Team meetings
Attend all Minnesota Service Cooperatives (MSC) Education Committee meetings, representing Metro ECSU in activities offered at the State and regional level
Participate and provide professional development and culture building activities at all staff meetings
Build revenue and monitor expenses for professional development to reach a goal of making professional development self-sustaining
Establish and nurture relationships with staff members of Metro ECSU districts
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