Specialist Professional Learning T2

Job Description - Specialist Professional Learning T2 (260001C7) Specialist Professional Learning T2 – (260001C7) Job Overview The Specialist Professional Learning T2 will be responsible for managing the District's comprehensive professional learning plan, implementing professional learning aligned to the District's instructional priorities and campus improvement plans, developing teacher leaders, and identifying recommended strategies and resources for the assigned program area. The incumbent will provide strong leadership in professional learning to promote the District's vision for Teaching and Learning. Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan, Organize, and Evaluate Professional Learning Implement, monitor, and evaluate the District comprehensive professional development plan. Facilitate alignment of systems for planning long-range professional learning to meet District goals. Support the implementation of a clearing house for procurement and professional learning opportunities aligned to district instructional priorities. Design, coordinate, and conduct professional learning opportunities aligned to district instructional priorities, best practices for adult learning, and technology programs. Collect and analyze data to measure the implementation and impact on student achievement of district-wide instructional priorities and initiatives. Build Capacity to Support Implementation of Learning Facilitate the development of mentoring and induction programs, guided teacher observations, leadership cadres, instructional support videos, and Professional Learning Communities to expand teacher leadership opportunities. Support the development of campus-based instructional coaches through job-embedded professional learning opportunities. Utilize job-embedded professional learning to facilitate the implementation of district instructional priorities including balanced literacy, guided math, inquiry-based instruction, and blended learning. Support the development and expansion of job-embedded professional learning opportunities designed to engage teachers and leaders in experiential learning and reflective practice. Engage in continuous review and application of professional literature and development related to professional learning and best practices in instruction. Attend state and national workshops and conferences and serve on committees to advance professional learning aligned to the comprehensive plan. Collaborate Collaborate with campus principals to develop and monitor implementation of yearlong campus-based professional learning plans that align to district priorities and campus improvement plans. Lead and support campus professional learning leads to implement and evaluate professional learning plans aligned to district priorities and blended learning. Collaborate with campus administrators and district leaders to support the implementation of the instructional coaching program. Collaborate with various departments to create, implement, and monitor professional learning experiences aligned with district priorities. Collaborate to develop and allocate budgetary funds to support professional development programming. Establish community partnerships to advance professional learning opportunities. Adhere to all federal, state, and local laws and policies. Supervisory Responsibilities Address complaints and resolve problems in a timely manner. Provide leadership and direction to campus-based professional learning and technology leads. Monitor implementation of the comprehensive professional learning plan to ensure alignment with the District’s Mission and Vision. Qualifications Qualification Requirements: Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree preferred. Valid Teaching Certification issued by the Texas Education Agency appropriate to subject and grade level of assignment. Minimum of 3 years experience as a classroom teacher. Minimum of 2 years experience in leadership at campus or district level. Minimum of 1 year experience in planning, developing, and presenting professional learning at campus or district level. Advanced knowledge and expertise with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access. Ability to collaborate with various departments. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize effectively, and work independently within guidelines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work-related items weighing less than 40 pounds. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must maintain emotional control under stress. Additional Information This position is grant funded through Title 2 and may be discontinued if funds are no longer available. Location Texas – Sugar Land; Administration Building 16431 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479 Position Calendar: 238JUL; School Year: 2026-2027; Salary Grade: 104 #J-18808-Ljbffr Fort Bend Independent School District