Training Specialist, Senior

Description:

Training Specialist, Senior (Sponsor Funded)

Early Childhood and Elementary Education

College of Education & Human Development

Georgia State University

The College of Education & Human Development's Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education prepares teachers, scholars, community and school leaders in early childhood and elementary education. Students gain extensive content knowledge, hone innovative teaching methods and learn to work effectively within diverse classrooms.

The Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education is seeking to hire a Training Specialist, Senior.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

This position is responsible for developing activities and resources for training.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Travel around the state of Georgia to assist in conducting state-approved, developmentally appropriate training for Pre-K teachers.
• Collaborate with trainers in workshop development.
• Assist in the development of online courses and podcasts.
• Work collaboratively with Best Practices staff to develop and implement special projects.
• Assist GSU faculty with research projects related to Best Practices and the Child Development Program
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SPONSOR FUNDED:

***This is a regular, full-time position which involves on-campus and online duties, with job continuation dependent upon grant funding.

Disclaimer:

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.

As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and three years experience in training and development, or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of Georgia's Pre-K program, Work Sampling System and developmentally appropriate practice for B-5.
• Experienced trainer in early childhood with familiarity with Bright from the Start.
• Proficient using a variety of technology including PowerPoint/Keynote for presentations
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational acumen and a proclivity for attention to the details
• Able to work on multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines