Implementation Specialist

Implementation Specialist Job No: 540488 Work Type: Full Time Location: Out of the State of Florida The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning’s mission is to improve the quality of teaching, learning, and childcare. We research, develop, and scale educational innovations for adults and children that put all learners on trajectories for lifelong success. Specifically, the Center targets kindergarten readiness, 3rd grade reading proficiency, and algebra proficiency as critical milestones in children’s educational trajectory that are predictive of success in school and life. The Center works at the nexus of research, practice, and policy to develop sustainable systems that leverage educational technologies and improve the implementation of research‑based practices. Classification Title Education/Training Specialist II Responsibilities Facilitation & Implementation Coaching of Program Leaders and Educators on curriculum, classroom instructional practices and child assessment tools. Facilitate face‑to‑face and online professional development learning experiences for early care and education professionals. Support team members in facilitating face‑to‑face and virtual professional development learning experiences. Assist in evaluation of professional development offerings, including assessment of portfolios and coaching videos. Coordinate with field staff of the project to ensure consistency in implementation and effective communication structures. Community Partnership Build community‑based systems based on stakeholder input. Engage with instructors, coaches, and facilitators to support implementation of high‑quality content and resources based on current research and best practices. Serve as a liaison between participants and tech support to resolve technology and/or platform issues. Assess and respond to ongoing needs of participants to provide continuous improvement in the project or initiative. Cultivate relationships with local community and business partners to provide additional support to ensure success of the project. Content Development Design professional development learning experiences (F2F and online) in partnership with the Implementation and Content Development teams. Assess ongoing needs of participants to inform design changes in training content. Supplement professional learning experiences with the collection, creation, and curation of early learning online resources. Operations Support Assist in recruiting and enrolling program leaders and educators. Distribute and collect documentation from program leaders and educators, such as applications, surveys, questionnaires, focus groups, etc. and other data needed to support evaluation of projects. Contribute to data collection for relevant qualitative data collection in collaboration with Research and Evaluation Team. Track project performance to monitor progress towards meeting goals and satisfying contract deliverables. Locate and set up locations, supplies, equipment and refreshments for professional development events, site visits, workshops, and meetings. Troubleshoot challenges and provide technical assistance as needed to participants. Work collaboratively with administrative supports when appropriate to assure streamlined coordination and successful execution of administrative activities. Collaboration Collaborate with all Lastinger Center teams to design and promote high‑quality instructional practices and project implementation success. Engage in work groups and project design as deemed necessary by leadership team. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to travel to participating childcare programs throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in early childhood education or related field. Our Commitment The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Florida Relay System at View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF. #J-18808-Ljbffr