Literacy Training Specialist

Job Description

The University of Indianapolis/CELL seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Literacy Training Specialist. The Literacy Cadre Training Specialist will oversee the delivery of statewide training, professional development, and workshops, both as part of the Literacy Cadre. This staff member should have extensive knowledge of K12 literacy, including expertise in the science of reading pedagogy; the candidate should also have experience of leading and organizing professional development for adult learners on a large scale.

This position is currently funded for a 10-month period under the remaining term of the current contract. Continued employment beyond this period is contingent upon renewal of funding and contract extension.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of elementary teaching experience
• Experience as a literacy specialist, instructional coach, or school administrator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the coordination of professional development and training events across the project
• Secure local and national experts for content development and facilitation of cadre professional development
• Provide vision and structures for training and professional development
• Work collaboratively with the literacy project managers and director regarding content experts for trainings, professional development and workshops
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing team on technical review of all materials
• Ensure the high-quality, on-time delivery of agendas, content, and other materials related to training, professional development and workshops for review
• Guide, consult, and communicate with the Regional Training Specialist Support staff regarding various expectations of the project and cadre assurances
• Manage training processes and workflow platforms to accommodate required grant responsibilities and services
• Monitor and report on the training and professional development events, including feedback and attendance
• Demonstrate knowledge of and experience in adult learning pedagogy; virtual learning experience preferred
• Perform other tasks as specified by project management team
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and procedures.
• Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
• Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals
• Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.