BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS TITLE: Staff Development Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for equitable learning experiences for students, teachers, and staff. Provides support for the professional learning process through the lens of a non-evaluative coach of adult learners. Serves as facilitator of job embedded professional development that is aligned to the School Progress Plan.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Reviews and monitors the progress of the School Progress Plan along with the principal, assistant principal and members of the Instructional Leadership Team. Engages teachers and staff in collaborative and reflective practice through a variety of instructional coaching practices. Creates a learning environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students and professional development of teachers and staff. Meets and instructs classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment. Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students. Facilitates meaningful professional learning opportunities for teachers and staff. Works with the administrator(s) and teachers to communicate the value and importance of the Teacher Development Plan. Supports teachers and staff in creating equitable, universally designed learning environments. Supports teachers and staff professional learning by guiding planning, securing resources (including time), and informing teachers and staff of professional development opportunities. Offers instructional assistance by building the knowledge base and increasing the repertoire of teaching skills. Supports teachers and staff in efforts to improve student achievement by supporting grade level team or departmental meetings. Allocates time for professional development activities that enable teachers and staff to work collaboratively within the normal workday hours. Collaborates with classroom teachers to facilitate the integration of technology across the curriculum. Models innovation and flexibility in support of district initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience, Education and Training; Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a field directly related to the assignment. Three years of successful teaching experience. Experience in the design, delivery, and assessment of professional development. Participation in the Leadership Development for prospective Staff Development Teachers is preferred.

Must be designated as eligible for the Staff Development Teacher candidate pool by the Division of Human Resource, Office of Staffing. Must be in the current Staff Development Teacher candidate pool to be eligible for any school-based Staff Development Teacher position.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Standard Professional Certificate. Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate in special education is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrates the qualities of an equity literate educator. Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of and skill in instructional coaching. Knowledge of and skill in adult learning theory. Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional development for Pre K through 12 educators. Knowledge of and skill in the use of technology to enhance student learning (, collaboration, productivity). Knowledge of and skill in data analysis. Skill in communication, leadership, and human relations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work of this position is performed in school and office environments. Requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires travel to schools and offices throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Candidates will be provided with monthly professional learning opportunities and must participate in these trainings in order to provide effective support to students, teachers and school staff.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors. BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at . Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at .

FLSA : Exempt

Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System

Previous Titles: Staff Development Teacher, Professional Development Teacher,

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.