TOA, EDUCATOR MENTOR / ADULT LEARNING COORDINATOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (184034) JobID: 15738

Educator Mentor / Adult Learning Coordinator, TOA DEPARTMENT: Professional Development SALARY SCHEDULE: Certified LOCATION: Schools WORK YEAR: 9 Months The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro‑schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.

SUMMARY

The Educator Mentor / Adult Learning Coordinator serves as a facilitator and resource person for the continuous improvement of instructional delivery. The Educator Mentor / Adult Learning Coordinator is responsible for mentoring, coaching certified staff, researching, developing, implementing, and recommending research‑based professional development resources and methodologies aligned to our District‑wide strategic goals to improve student achievement. The Educator Mentor / Adult Learning Coordinator supports the Professional Learning Communities and facilitates adult learning at the site as it relates to the site and district goals. The Educator Mentor / Adult Learning Coordinator works collaboratively with the school community to achieve school and district improvement goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coach and mentor new and continuing PXU staff as it relates to increasing student achievement. Design and deliver professional development programs and activities for individuals and groups based on research‑based instructional practices including the use of effective instructional technology aligned to the district‑wide strategic goals. Collaborate and support professional learning communities with strategic professional development, including strategies to collect, receive, analyze, and use data to improve student achievement. Participate in the development of the site Integrated Action Plan (IAP), site classroom informal walkthroughs, and assist with the facilitation and implementation of district and school‑wide staff development activities. Serve as coach and mentor by making classroom visits, modeling demonstration lessons, team‑teaching, and providing feedback, implement the site induction for new staff, and support for continual professional development of new and continuing staff/teachers. Participate in the design, revision, and implementation of the Certified Induction Experience. Assist with the induction for site staff and work with T & L Division for Certified Induction Experience (CIE) implementation at the site, and through a district‑wide regional support approach based on the needs of each school. Research and recommend research‑based methodologies, technologies, and resources for the improvement of instruction and incorporate these strategies into staff development activities and adult learning experiences. Participate in the development and implementation of the school's IAP as related to staff development activities and adult learning experiences. Collaborate and support the site instructional leadership (instructional cabinet) with data related to adult learning. Participate in professional activities to maintain and continuously improve skills, understanding of adult learning, and effective use of instructional technology. Attend and participate in the onboarding adult learning experiences for all coaches, mentors, and T & L Certified support roles at the campus and district level which is aligned to the district‑wide strategic goals.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Master's Degree highly recommended. Have a minimum of five (5) years successful secondary certificated teaching experience, with three (3) years in PXU. Applicants who do not have three (3) years of teaching experience at PXU may be considered pursuant to applicable Governing Board Policies and Professional Agreement. Have documented training and/or experience in a variety of research‑based instructional delivery methods for all levels of students, adult learning, group facilitation, and integration of technology in instruction. Have documented experience with coaching and mentoring adults professionally. Have documented experience with researching, developing, and implementing adult learning theories. Have documented expertise and experience with standards‑based curriculum, research‑based best practices instruction, interdisciplinary planning, and effective assessment methods. Have effective experience with implementing data‑dialogue activities with all staff to improve student achievement. Have knowledge and experience with responding to the instructional needs of diverse student and staff populations. Demonstrate experience to collaborate with multiple stakeholder groups, student groups, community partners, partner districts, sites, and district departments/divisions. Demonstrate a commitment to the attainment of the mission and goals of the district.

WHY WORK AT PXU

The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment. Highly Competitive Pay Comprehensive Employee Benefits Participation in Arizona State Retirement System Education Loan Forgiveness (If eligible) Vacation and Personal Leave Plans (for eligible positions) Paid Winter and Spring Breaks The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Union High School District