Coordinator – Teacher Training and Professional Development

Job Description

Note: This position is federally funded through Title II, Part A and must adhere to all compliance requirements related to allowable use of funds, time and effort documentation, and supplemental use provisions. The duties listed support the objectives of increasing student achievement by improving teacher and principal quality and effectiveness.

 

Primary Purpose:

The Coordinator of Teacher Training and Professional Development supports Manor ISD’s efforts to recruit, prepare, develop, and retain effective educators in accordance with Title II, Part A of ESSA. The coordinator will design and implement comprehensive, evidence-based professional learning experiences aligned with district priorities and educator needs. This position fosters continuous instructional improvement, equity, and student achievement through targeted support for teachers, principals, and instructional leaders.

 

Qualifications/Certifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree (required)
  • Master’s degree in education-related field (preferred)
  • Valid Texas teaching certification (required)

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of successful PK–12 classroom teaching experience
  • Experience designing and delivering professional development or instructional coaching (required)
  • Knowledge of SPED, Bilingual/ESL compliance requirements and laws (preferred)
  • Familiarity with AI tools and emerging edtech (preferred)
  • Robotics and STEM education expertise (preferred)

Skills & Competencies:

  • Deep understanding of instructional strategies, adult learning theory, and coaching frameworks 
  • Strong facilitation, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to design and implement professional learning aligned to Title II, Part A allowable activities
  • Creative, solutions-oriented, and growth-minded approach to challenges
  • Commitment to instructional equity and culturally responsive practices
  • Capacity to evaluate educator effectiveness and professional learning outcomes
  • Strong facilitation, collaboration, and communication skills

Essential Job Functions:

  • Professional Learning Aligned to Title II, Part A Goals:
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate high-quality, evidence-based professional development for teachers and school Leaders
  • Align professional learning with Title II, Part A allowable uses, including improving instruction, instructional leadership, and educator effectiveness
  • Collaborate with Human Resources, Curriculum & Instruction, and Campus Leaders to identify needs and opportunities for growth

Instructional Coaching and Educator Support:

  • Support and mentor new teachers, including through induction programs aligned with Title II, Part A guidelines
  • Work with campus instructional leaders to provide coaching and feedback to teachers
  • Model instructional practices and facilitate job-embedded learning opportunities

Equity and Educator Effectiveness:

  • Promote equitable access to effective educators by supporting professional learning in high-need schools
  • Use data to identify and address disparities in educator quality and student outcomes
  • Build educator capacity to support diverse student populations including English learners and students with Disabilities

STEM, Technology, and Innovation:

  • Provide professional development in STEM content, robotics integration, and instructional technology
  • Train educators in the responsible and effective use of AI and emerging edtech tools to enhance instruction and learning outcomes

Data-Informed Continuous Improvement:

  • Collect, analyze, and use teacher, student, and program data to evaluate the effectiveness of professional development
  • Adjust training programs and support based on evidence and feedback

Collaboration and Systemic Capacity Building:

  • Collaborate with district departments and campus leaders to build a cohesive professional learning system
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of leadership pipelines and succession planning
  • Partner with external vendors, consultants, and state agencies as needed

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

None

 

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

 

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

 

Physical Demands:

Lifting (15-44 pounds)

Carrying (15-44 pounds)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

District-wide travel between campuses

Office-based role with frequent on-campus presence and collaboration with school teams

 

Environmental Factors:

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours

District-wide travel between campuses

Office-based role with frequent on-campus presence and collaboration with school teams

 

2025-07-24