Specialist, Teacher Pathways Program

Job Title: Specialist, Teacher Pathways Program
Category: School Improvement - Licensed positions

Teacher Pathways Program Specialist

Classification: Exempt, Licensed
Service Area: School Improvement
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent
Salary: Placement according to current salary schedule
Start Date: Upon hire
Calendar: 207 days annually
Full Time Equivalent: 1.0
Duration: Permanent/Grant Funded
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, paid leaves and holidays, Public Employee Retirement (PERS). Full description of benefits available in ESD-LCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

JOB GOAL: This position is responsible for supporting the Oregon Education Advancement Council's state-wide effort to diversify Oregon's educator workforce. The position is assigned to Lane County supporting the collaborative efforts of districts and higher education institutions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Lead and coordinate Lane region Teacher Pathway initiative.
A. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships between districts and institutions of higher education to support diversification of licensed employee workforce in the region.
Assist in establishment of agreements with appropriate institutions/agencies support and expand Teacher Pathways options and resources.
Prepare Teacher Pathways materials for recruitment purposes.
Facilitate the establishment of procedures for Teacher Pathways program implementation across higher education institutions and participating districts.

B. Assists districts in establishing recruitment and hiring process that supports the identification of new educators with a diversity of race, culture, language, gender and age.
C. Develops and maintains content promoting the Teacher Pathways initiative for use in print, electronic and digital formats.
D. Recruit and support bilingual or bicultural students and staff in completing a teacher training program and obtaining a teaching license.
Network with local high schools and communities of color to develop awareness and interest in the Teacher Pathways initiative.
Conduct follow up and outreach to individual students and staff on specific Teacher Pathways options.
Assists Teacher Pathways participants in accessing academic, financial, and social supports.
Promotes sustainable progress in becoming a licensed educator by recommending supports for Pathways participants and assist with removal of barriers.
Facilitate Teacher Pathways participants in accessing resources for goal-setting, understanding TSPC licensure, navigating community college to university transfer, entry into a teacher preparation program, accessing financial aid, and time management.
Assist Teacher Pathways participants in accessing supports to prepare for employment through job search support, resume and cover letter development, and interview skills.

2.Collect and analyze implementation data for progress reports; prepare and disseminate progress reports and updates within the region.
Develops appropriate tracking tools documenting detailed and accurate Teacher Pathways participant records and collects statistical data and reports.
Conducts exit surveys and interviews to improve the Teacher Pathways methods for recruitment and retention.

3.Assist with grant budget; review reimbursement requests against program criteria for approval.
4.Maintain knowledge and skills on current research, effective practices and trends related to assignment
5.Work collaboratively with districts and ESD staff to research and pursue grant and other funding opportunities in support of Teacher Pathways initiative program.
6.Participate in regional, state, community and local meetings related to assignment.
7.Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree in education, social services or related field. Masters Degree preferred.
Valid TSPC licensed required. Background in counseling or advising preferred.
A minimum of three years of experience successfully working with bilingual and/or bicultural high school students, and running a program or initiative; Experience serving as a mentor preferred.
Experience in application of equity lens in decision-making and supporting teams in changing or adapting systems to eliminate barriers experienced by underserved and marginalized student groups.

Note: Consideration will be given to an alternative combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate various stakeholder groups, solicit input, synthesize and summarize information.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with students and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Proficient in use of technology as a tool in daily work.
Ability to read, write and speak in English required; Ability to read, write and speak in Spanish preferred.
Valid Oregon Driver's License or ability to obtain on upon hire.

About Lane ESD's School Improvement Services
School Improvement Services focuses on improving achievement for all students within our community, through providing high quality professional development, technical assistance, and instructional-based support for educators in 16 Lane County School Districts. Services are provided to educators at all levels from kindergarten through graduation, in all core content areas, and can be designed to meet the collective needs of all districts or differentiated to meet individual district needs.

School Improvement Services collaborates with local districts, higher education and other agencies to provide leadership and support in pursuing and administering grants for the benefit of Lane County's schools and students.

About Lane ESD
In providing services to Lane County school districts, Lane ESD seeks to fulfill our core purpose of Shaping the Future: Supporting Excellence in Education. Lane ESD employees strive to embody core values of equity, commitment, leadership, collaboration, and integrity.
The mission of education service districts is to assist school districts and the Department of Education in achieving Oregon's educational goals by providing equitable, high quality, cost-effective and locally responsive educational services at a regional level. The ESD partners with school districts, local universities and community college, and other community agencies in providing quality services to the component school districts in Lane County.
Lane Education Service District provides a wide array of services to the 16 School Districts in Lane County serving about 45,000 students. Services in special education, school improvement, technology, and administrative services are designed to support districts in meeting the challenge of serving a diverse student population. We focus on systemic school improvement, multicultural curriculum, and assisting districts in development of students who are well prepared to be global citizens. Additional information about Lane ESD is available at www.lesd.k12.or.us

Lane ESD is an equal opportunity employer, and complies with federal and state statutes which prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, handicap and marital status.