Staff Developer - Training and Consultation

POS ITION MANAGEMENT GUIDE Title: Staff Developer Department: Any LIU Department Reports to: Department Supervisor Salary Schedule: LIUEA pay scale Department Approval: HR Approval: Board Approval: Revision Date: 6/15/2014 6/20/2014; 9/11/2020, 5/22/2025 6/24/2008; 6/28/2011, 6/3/2025 6/20/2014; 12/20/2018 11/3/2020, 5/21/2025 SUMMARY OF PURPOSE This position works collaboratively to develop and provide high-quality professional development and training and consultation opportunities annually that address the current and future needs of intermediate unit customers with a focus on effective instruction for all learners. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Pennsylvania instructional teaching certification Level II or Educational Specialist or equivalent, required Previous instructional experience and/or related service delivery for students with disabilities, required Special Education Certification, preferred Experience in curriculum & professional development, preferred Demonstrated ability in research/writing and strong verbal and presentation skills Demonstrated use of digital presentation technology ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Develops and delivers high-quality professional development and consultation sessions annually, which address the current and future needs of customers. Regularly updates internal and external customers regarding effective educational and researched best practices on topics including but not limited to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and/or special education, using a variety of communication channels and delivery methods. Maintains current knowledge of state and federal regulations and professional standards pertaining to continuing professional education for educators. Researches, develops, and markets revenue-generating creative approaches and tools/resources to be offered on the local, state, and/or national level, as evidenced by evaluation of approach, tool, or resources by multiple sources who have used the product, as requested. Collaborates with and across departments to manage services that meet the current and future needs of customers and the goals of the LIU.

DEP ARTMENT/ORGANIZATION

• Keeps current with related technology and developments that impact the division and the organization.
• Mak es decisions consistent with the LIU mission and core values, establishes, and maintains effective communication and positive relationships within the LIU, and fosters professional development of LIU staff.
• Cont ributes to the effective team management of all issues and opportunities within the LIU by modeling the qualities of an LIU Team member (being versatile, ethical, transparent, team- oriented, innovative, transformative, and collaborative; valuing each team member; and understanding the importance of customer service) .
• Understands organizational development, change principles, and applies these principles to promote improvement within the Division.
• Per forms other functions as assigned by the Division Director. SCOPE AND IMPACT This position works independently with all employees within the LIU and individuals and organizations outside the LIU. Ef fectively responds to internal and external customer requests for a variety of consultative services, including but not limited to support of educational team planning efforts, instructional strategies, data collection, or progress monitoring. Seeks, builds, and expands successful collaborative relationships to be innovative and grow in his/her expertise and revises services after review and reflection of customer or supervisor feedback. Fosters positive and supportive relationships within local, regional, state, and national communities. ESS ENTIAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS By checking any of the boxes below , the LIU is indicating its reasonable belief that the identified physical/mental/ environmental requirements are job-related for this position and consistent with business necessity for the performance of the essential job functions. Notwithstanding, the LIU may not rely solely on these qualifications. Instead, the LIU must consider whether reasonable accommodations are available that will enable an otherwise qualified individual to perform the essential job functions.
  1. Following Directions Full Understanding of Both Written and Verbal Instructions Required Understanding of Verbal Instructions Only Required Understanding of Written Instructions Only Required
  2. Co mmunication - English Excellent Verbal Communication Skills Necessary Basic Verbal Communication Skills Necessary Limited or No Verbal Communication Skills Necessary
  3. Functional Reading - English Fluent Reading Recognition of Signs/Symbols Simple Reading No Reading Skills Required
  4. He aring Ability to Hear Required Limited Hearing Hearing Not Required
  5. Seeing 20/20 Vision with Corrective Eyewear Limited Vision Vision Not Required
  6. Fu nctional Math Complex Computational Skills (Accounting and Financial Skills) Simple Computational Skills (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Percentages) Simple Counting Skills No Mathematical Skills Needed
  7. Tim e Must Tell Time to the Minute Must Recognize Specific Times (Arrival, Departure, Breaks, Lunch)
  8. Or ientation (Familiarity with Surroundings) Several Blocks from Building Building Only Work Area Room Only
  9. M obility Skills Mobility Within the Building Mobility Within a Four-Block Radius Driving Required
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      10. Si tting 75% - 100% 50% - 75% 25% - 50% Less than 25%
      11. Standing 75% - 100% 50% - 75% 25% - 50% Less than 25%
      12. Be nding Knees and Waist Waist Only Knees Only No Bending Required
      13. Li fting Greater than 30 lbs. 10 - 30 lbs. Less than 10 lbs. No Lifting Required
      14. Reaching Greater than 6 Feet 2 - 6 Feet Less than 2 Feet Reaching Required Th is position requires travel throughout the LIU region on a routine basis and travel to meetings and activities outside of the LIU region of service occasionally. The ab ove job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. This is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees will be expected to perform duties that do not appear in the job description. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet operational and organizational needs, as necessary. Ado pted by LIU Board of Directors: 12-20-2018 Revision adopted by LIU Board of Directors: 11-3-2020