Brockport Research Institute is seeking applications for our Director of Professional Learning position! This position ranges from part-time to full-time with flexible hours.
The Director of Professional Learning will be responsible for developing and managing our professional development division by interfacing with clients, participants, and instructors to ensure high-quality professional learning opportunities for educators and educational leaders, reflecting research-based and developmentally appropriate practices. The Director will also serve as a subject matter expert on improving teaching and learning and will work collaboratively with BRI staff and consultants, K- 12 teachers and leaders, and postsecondary faculty and administrators.
To apply, visit our Employment Opportunities Page!
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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Lead the development and implementation of a hybrid model of professional learning for K-12
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and higher education faculty and administrators
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Lead and manage a team of instructors in the development of courses, workshops, and webinars
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Identify and liaise with K-12 leaders to offer customized Continuing Teacher and Leader
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Educational opportunities
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Stay up to date with the professional needs of educators and conduct periodic reviews of existing
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teacher professional development trends, curriculum, and resources
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Deliver in-person and online training as needed
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Coordinate the publication of an annual course catalog
Requirements for success:
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10 years related work experience, preferably in a position in public education administration
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Prior teaching experience with children (PreK-12)
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Background in teaching and/or curriculum design with practical experience using a variety of educational technologies.
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Masters in Education, Instructional Technology, Curriculum, and Instruction or related field, PhD or EdD preferred.
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Demonstrated knowledge of educational theory and practice, including social-emotional learning
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Passionate about supporting education
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Understanding of educational trends and policy
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Experience facilitating adult learning
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Excellent knowledge of digital and media literacy and teacher professional development
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to generate original presentations, correspondence, and reports
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Excellent project logistic and planning skills with close attention to details and timelines
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Works well with others and has excellent interpersonal skills
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Effectively juggles multiple tasks, managing competing priorities, and works efficiently under multiple deadlines
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Works independently, is self-directed, and resourceful
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Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility best practices in professional learning
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Comfortable working collaboratively in virtual environments and using diverse virtual meeting platforms
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Ability to travel within NYS
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Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be
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considered. Proof of vaccination required.