Coordinator – Teacher Training and Professional Development

Curriculum & Instruction
Manor Independent School District
Posted: April 30, 2025
Full Time
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Job Description

Primary Purpose: 

Manor ISD is seeking a dynamic and  forward-thinking Coordinator of Teacher Training and Professional Development to lead transformative PK–12 professional learning experiences that empower educators across all content areas. This role is rooted in deep knowledge of instructional best practices—including classroom management, curriculum implementation, assessment literacy, cognitive science, and legal compliance in SPED, Bilingual, and ESL education. The ideal candidate will also bring expertise in STEM education, robotics, and the latest advancements in AI and educational technology, helping teachers integrate cutting-edge tools and strategies into the classroom. This position plays a vital role in building instructional capacity, driving student achievement, and preparing educators to thrive in a future-ready learning environment.

 

Qualifications/Certifications

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s Degree

    • 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 pedagogy, adult learning theory, and instructional coaching

    • Strong facilitation, communication, and leadership skills

    • Ability to collaborate across departments and school levels

    • Creative, solutions-oriented, and growth-minded approach to challenges

    • Commitment to equity, innovation, and instructional excellence

Essential Job Functions:

  • Professional Development Leadership:

    • Design, coordinate, and deliver ongoing professional development aligned with district instructional priorities, state mandates, and national research.

    • Provide targeted support in areas such as classroom management, culturally responsive teaching, assessment strategies, and curriculum implementation.

    • Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) and instructional coaching aligned to school and district goals.

  • Curriculum & Instructional Support:

    • Collaborate with curriculum teams to ensure training aligns with instructional materials and best practices for lesson internalization and delivery.

    • Model and support lesson planning, lesson internalization, and effective instructional routines across grade levels and content areas.

  • Compliance & Equity:

    • Provide training to ensure teacher understanding and adherence to laws and policies related to Special Education (SPED), Bilingual, and English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction.

    • Promote inclusive instructional practices and support equitable learning environments for all students.

  • Assessment Literacy:

    • Equip teachers with strategies to design, interpret, and use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student learning.

    • Support campuses in implementing data-driven instructional cycles.

  • Learning Science & Brain Research:

    • Integrate findings from research on learning and brain development into professional learning opportunities, with a focus on student engagement, memory, and retention.

    • Provide training on how to create developmentally appropriate and cognitively effective learning environments for diverse age groups PK–12.

  • STEM & Robotics Integration:

    • Train and collaborate with teachers and instructional coaches to embed robotics, coding, and hands-on problem-solving strategies into classroom practice.

    • Support the expansion of STEM and robotics programming across grade levels, including extracurricular and enrichment opportunities.

  • Instructional Innovation with AI & EdTech

    • Train educators on the responsible and effective use of AI applications and educational technology to enhance instruction, personalize learning, and increase efficiency.

    • Stay current with trends in AI for education and provide insight on integrating new tools into teaching practices.

  • Collaboration & Capacity Building:

    • Partner with instructional coaches, administrators, and master teachers to build a cohesive professional learning system.

    • Support teacher induction, mentoring, and leadership development across the district.

  • Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement:

    • Collect and analyze feedback and data on training effectiveness and instructional impact.

    • Continuously refine professional learning plans based on teacher needs and student outcomes.

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

 

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

 

2025-04-29

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