Teaching and Learning - Phoenix, United States - State of Arizona

State of Arizona

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Arizona Department of Education

The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents._

TEACHING AND LEARNING - TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTIONAL SPECIALIST

Job Location:

Adult Education Section
Phoenix Location

Posting Details:

Salary:
$65,000 - $72,000

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 05/27/2024

Job Summary:

This position:

Evaluates and monitors stateauthorized adult education providers for compliance with State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, and grant contract requirements pertaining to professional learning and State Leadership requirements;
Assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating professional learning activities and State Leadership initiatives aligned to Title II: Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA); the Arizona Unified Workforce Development Plan; and the Arizona Adult Education grant contract; and
Designs and delivers standardsbased professional learning for Arizona adult educators, using a blended learning model, aligned to the Arizona Adult Education Teacher Standards and the Arizona Adult Education Content standards, primarily in the areas of digital literacy, instructional models, and technology integration.
Occasional instate and outofstate travel is required for this position.

Job Duties:

Develops and delivers professional learning on instructional models, which includes the integration of educational technology and digital resources, aligned to the Arizona Adult Education Teacher and Content Standards
Coordinates the scope of work and deliverables for state contracted vendors that may include online curriculum providers, external trainers, and facilitators
Develops collaborative relationships with adult educators and internal and external partners, and provides coaching and technical assistance to increase the capacity and effectiveness of the adult education system and adult educators
Monitors and provides technical assistance to funded adult education programs for compliance with Federal/State laws and state policies in the areas of instructional delivery, instructional models, and effective professional learning
Participates in national leadership initiatives and activities, as directed; and disseminates materials, resources, and guidance to the field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:

Title II: Workforce Innovations and Opportunity Act (WIOA)
Adult education system at the national and/or state levels
Standards and standardsbased instruction, including the ISTE Standards, NorthStar, and other digital literacy standards frameworks
Subject matter expertise in delivery instruction using digital technology tools and in digital literacy
Understanding of promising practices in digital learning and instructional delivery models to include the use of blended and virtual learning for teaching, student learning, and professional development activities
Experience in leading and facilitating professional learning for teachers and/or administrators; and understanding of adult learning principles
Knowledge of professional learning standards and practices
A Bachelor's degree in education or related field or equivalent experience to substitute for the degree, is required.
Prior teaching experience in adult education, elementary, secondary, higher education, and/or CTE is required
Applicants must be able to obtain an AZ Adult Education Certificate within 60 days of start date

Skills in:

Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong facilitation and public speaking skills
Advanced skill in using Microsoft Outlook, Adobe, and learning management systems

Ability to:

Effectively manage multiple projects from the beginning to the end, using benchmarks and data to guide progress and meet deadlines
Communicate both orally and in writing with peers, supervisors, adult education providers, and other external partners
Develop and deliver engaging and interactive presentations to be delivered both virtually and face to face
Analyze multiple data measures with the use of data analytic tools and use the analysis for improvement in multiple instructional areas
Think creatively and use good judgment to complete work projects, solve problems, and improve processes
Effectively coach and provide technical assistance to adult educators
Effectively collaborate with internal and external teams on assigned projects and tasks

Selective Preference(s):

Preference will be given to those applicants with:

Master's degree in education or related field
Experience in implementing instructional delivery such as, blended, HyFlex, and/or virtual learning (distance education) models
Experience in planning and facilitating professional learning for educators

Pre-Employment Requirements: