Coordinator of Professional Development: Special Education-Literacy

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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

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Education

Sub-Family - Continuing Education

Career Track / Level - P2

Grade - 7

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.

In this position, individuals will be required to:

• 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.

1. Researches and selects curriculum content, designs courses and prepares assessment tools regarding specific programs to align with objectives and strategy.

2. Disseminates course updates and newly created content with program stakeholders, solicits feedback and alters curriculum if appropriate.

3. 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.

4. Implements and delivers program content.

5. 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 educators across the state.

• Presents and speaks at professional trainings and works with teachers, including those who teach students with disabilities, 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.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience:  (3) Three Years Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree AND three years (3) of experience is preferred.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.