Training and Development Specialist (Part-Time)

Job Summary:

Under the auspices of the Professional Development Institute, the Training and Development Specialist supports programs that improve the skills and knowledge of early educators, performs ongoing training in Miami Dade and Monroe counties for both ELCMDM staff and the community at large. The Training and Development Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the training experience, including course development, training delivery across modalities, participant recruitment and the alignment of future training to evaluation. As of 2022, the majority of training provided by the Professional Development Institute is in an on-line format.

Occasional travel throughout Miami-Dade and Monroe counties is required. The Professional Development Institute, a division of the Early Learning Coalition, provides training (mainly virtually) from Monday through Thursday during late afternoons and evenings and on occasion on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., this is provided in order to meet the diverse training needs of the Early Care and Education Educators, community stakeholders and families. The Training and Development Specialist works a flexible schedule that conforms to the extended hours of the Professional Development Institute.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Demonstrated ability to bring an idea or concept from incubation to development and implementation.

* Ability to interface with internal Early Learning Coalition executives and staff to develop and implement special projects.

* Demonstrated ability to explore and learn new ideas and evaluate their relevance to the Professional Development Institute's core mission and values.

* Familiarity with the ELCMDM's strategic plan and supporting activities.

* Support the professional development of PDI students through a variety of diverse programs that evolve frequently to meet the ever-changing need.

* Deliver training and development support to PDI's diverse clientele including Early Learning Coalition staff, community stakeholders and early educators.

* Design and create training materials drawing from a variety of sources. At least three (3 courses/trainings/workshops must be created quarterly. (FY June 30-July 1)

* Ability to design and create courses/ training/workshops that are culturally responsive and framed through an equity lens.

* Understand the unique needs of adult learners and deliver trainings/workshops using a variety of instructional techniques.

* Ability to train in all areas that align with ELCMDM legislative mandate and funded initiatives, including but not limited to: CLASS, The Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD and others as applicable.

* Utilize CLASS, Teaching Strategies GOLD and data in developing instructional materials to support early educators in their professional development.

* Manages and facilitates program activities, to include classes, trainings, conferences, seminars, and/or other special projects.

* Conference Presentations. Present professional development and/or research to increase own expertise in the areas of curriculum and assessment, culture and diversity.

* Provide leadership and direction to early childhood teachers

* Present at local and state conferences as the opportunity arises.

* Participate in county-based meetings relating to early education and professional development as the opportunity arises.

* Work collaboratively across departments at the ELCMDM and across agencies in the greater Miami area

* Networking Opportunities: Provide and lead at least an annual networking opportunity with ECE providers

* Participate in and support ELC special projects as identified

* Assist with projects as assigned by the Sr. VP of Strategic Initiatives, PDI Director, Deputy Director and Professional Development Management.

* Maintains office hours to meet with early educators as needed.

* Must maintain at least 85% compliance in the ELCMDM's Work from Home/Telecommuting policy on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.

* Maintain a personal professional development plan.

* Complete all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as assigned.

Desired Experience and Training:

* Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Elementary Education with PreK-3 endorsement required. Masters preferred.

* Previous experience as a Training Facilitator, project management, coaching or similar roles preferred.

* Extensive knowledge of Early Childhood Education.

* Knowledge of traditional and modern educational techniques, modalities and technology.

* Ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, monitor and evaluate).

* Knowledge and Certifications in the following tools/areas are preferred: CLASS Group Coaching (MMCI) for age levels Infant/Toddler and Preschool, GOLD, The Creative Curriculum, Social-Emotional development, cultural and linguistic diversity, diverse families and diverse learners (adults and children with disabilities);

* Must be willing to travel across Miami-Dade and Monroe counties, as needed, within the South Florida areas to perform required tasks and provide own reliable transportation. Requires a valid Florida Driver's License, a good driving record and automobile insurance, as required by the Early Learning Coalition driving policy

* Training, education and/or experience may be substituted for certain minimum qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

* Spanish or Haitian Creole are a plus

* Accountability and excellent organization and time management skills

* Ability to work effectively within the ambiguity that is often present in new projects

* Be a self-starter and work with minimum supervision during the project incubation through implementation phase

* Outstanding platform skills

* Ability to adjust to ever changing training and development needs of the PDI community

* Work within the ELCMDM's field staff accountability measures that requires daily check-ins and regulated time-keeping

* Proficient in Microsoft Office software suite

* Excellent interpersonal skills

* Excellent communications skills, both written and oral

* Ability to develop and execute action plans that accelerate or maintain program integrity & viability

* Ability to work effectively with a diverse population

* Ability to work independently while contributing to and valuing an overall team structure.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements:

* Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)