Professional Development Specialist

Orleans Niagara BOCES Professional Development Specialist Job Summary The professional development specialist is charged with the development and delivery of professional learning as it pertains to the needs of the BOCES and participating school districts. This learning includes, but is not limited to, Next Generation Standards and associated curricula, curriculum alignment, data analysis, formative and summative assessments, implementation strategies, classroom interventions, best practices, modern learning strategies, Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and behavioral management planning, differentiated instruction, Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) and tiered interventions.

Qualifications

Required Candidates must possess a valid New York State Teaching Certificate and have five years of teaching experience or a certification in the student services area (social worker, school counselor, school psychologist, etc.) and five years of experience in that field.

Qualifications

Desired

• Certification in school administration
• Previous experience in organizing and delivering PD to groups of educators
• Proven experience in curriculum alignment, development, and assessments
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis to inform instruction
• Knowledge of and experience in implementing intervention strategies
• Knowledge and experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Strong comprehension of 21st Century skills and NYS Standards
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Possess expertise on instructional technology
• Background in the Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education (CR-SE) Framework and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Responsibilities (Illustrative)
• Consult with administrators, teachers and other client employees to determine current and anticipated professional development needs
• Provide professional development to teachers to improve instruction
• Collaborate with teachers to create and model lessons
• Serve as a resource for curriculum and instruction by providing best practices and research-based strategies, including coaching to improve job performance
• Conduct classroom observations to support teachers in implementing new strategies
• Review/assist with data collection for completeness and accuracy to guide instruction
• Maintain curriculum knowledge and train school staff as revisions are made to align to Next Generation Standards
• Maintain mentor training program
• Provide mandated certification workshops
• Determine the most appropriate instructional method, utilizing knowledge of specified training needs and applicability and effectiveness of such methods as individual coaching, large and small group instruction, lectures, interactive training and transfer techniques
• Select or develop appropriate training materials such as handouts, training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids and reference works
• Market and encourage participation in upcoming staff development initiatives and activities
• Schedule training sessions, develop registration procedures, ensure that the facility is setup, ensure that employees are notified and coordinate other practical elements involved with planning professional development activities
• Serve as a resource to the Instructional Services department and component schools and advise/support instructional supervisors and principals with developing in-service programs Responsibilities (Illustrative) (continued from previous page)
• Assist with the leadership and coordination of the BOCES' curriculum council and major initiatives
• Serve as a resource to teachers, administrators and other staff to identify and access professional literature, training materials and training opportunities
• Oversee the maintenance of a database containing records of professional development initiatives
• Work with and provide direction to clerical and other appropriate staff to complete assignments
• Keep abreast of developments and research in the field of professional development, instructional best practices and organizational development
• Create professional development opportunities
• Support job-embedded staff development
• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the administration
• The position may involve significant travel to Albany and other BOCES across New York State to obtain current state and regional guidance and information
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned
• Ability to be responsive and flexible based on district needs/requests Anticipated Salary: $70,000-$80,000 commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package available. *Updated 7/28/26