Program
The Training & Consultation staff developer will be responsible for developing expertise in an assigned initiative area, as well as knowledgeable about how that initiative interacts with others to provide comprehensive support to our schools. Initiative areas include assistive technology, autism, inclusive practices/least restrictive environment, learning environment and engagement (behavior), multi-tiered systems of support in literacy and/or math, and secondary transition Service to schools will include training, consultation, and any other forms of technical assistance that support educators reaching all learners, with an emphasis on students with disabilities.


Description
Staff developers will work to build capacity with our LEAS by providing training and consultation services in one or more of the six federally funded initiatives as approved by IDEA: Assistive Technology, Autism, Inclusive Practices, MTSS Academics (literacy and math), Learning Environment and Engagement (behavior), and Secondary Transition. He/She/They will work collaboratively with other staff developers to plan and provide high-quality professional development and training opportunities annually that address the current and future needs of intermediate unit customers with a focus on effective and supportive instruction for all learners (especially those who are at risk) that aligns to a Multi-Tiered System of Support both academically and behaviorally.

While staff developers in training and consultation will be assigned to specific initiative areas, the role of a staff developer is to become knowledgeable about all areas identified in the job description. Assignments can change based on the identified needs of districts, but an educator's experience and expertise play a role in each assignment. Therefore, experience in any of the six identified TaC areas is preferred, though not required.

Position requires travel with possible overnight travel, as needed.


Qualifications

• PA Certificate: Instructional certificate required
• Minimum of five (5) years' teaching experience preferred
• Experience in conducting high-quality professional learning opportunities in a variety of formats (face-to-face, virtual, blended, etc.) required
• Command of andragogy / creating engaging learning opportunities and willingness to work with a synergistic team also required
• Masters degree, preferred

Terms of Employment
Full Time – 188 Days

Salary
LIUEA Professional Pay Scale (minimum $47,157), plus benefits*

• The LIU offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, including:

• Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. The LIU pays the premium for dental and vision insurance.
• All full-time professional staff receive a $45,000 life insurance policy, which is paid for by the LIU.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person.
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS)
• Full-time employees who are scheduled for 188 days/year receive 10 sick days and 3 personal days. If hired after the start of any year, the leave is prorated.
• Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center. For employees who are on the LIU insurance and any dependents on the insurance, you have access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center. Visits include no deductibles, little to no wait time, same or next day appointments may be available, virtual care is an option for certain types of visits, more one-on-one time with the provider; You also have access to a Patient Advocate/Counselor. See: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/ for more information.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Working for the LIU qualifies individuals who may be interested in applying for the loan forgiveness program. More details can be found at: https://studentaid.gov/articles/teacher-loan-forgiveness-options/