Teacher Professional Development and Certification Manager

Job Description

The Archdiocese of Miami Office of Catholic Schools is hiring for a Manager of Teacher Professional Development and Certification.

This position provides oversight and support over the planning and implementation of educator professional development, working under the supervision of the Associate Superintendent for Teaching and Learning.

The Manager also coordinates policies and procedures related to educator certification, collection of enrollment and demographic data, and performs other responsibilities.

The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with and support of the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of Miami.

Essential Functions include :

Leads the logistical planning and coordination of educator professional development events and coordinates such planning with the full OCS staff.

Oversees the professional development database for educators (Register Me Live).

Oversees the Professional Development Library for educators.

Provides overall oversight and coordination over the certification process of educators. Processes certification requests from schools.

Proactively communicates certification procedures and responds to questions and issues from schools, engaging the Superintendent and / or Associate Superintendent of Teaching and Learning as needed.

Manages the teacher certification database.

Provides ongoing training for Certification Coordinators and other school personnel as required.

Coordinates Certification Plans for principals and other key educators, working with other OCS personnel.

Receives and processes clearance for interview requests.

Serves as PDSO for international students for the Office of Catholic Schools. Coordinates, processes, and associates with international students, working with the office Administrative Assistant and local school SDOs.

Assists Office of Catholic School staff in the collection and analysis of non-academic data ( Catholic identity / culture, enrollment, demographics, etc.).

Obtains and processes separation forms for departing employees.

Attends meetings and events, as requested by the Superintendent.

Qualifications :

Minimum : Bachelors Degree, preferably in education or similar field.

Preferred : Professional experience in a school setting or related educational field ( university, etc.).

Good oral and written English-language communication skills, including clear speaking voice.

Spanish-language ability preferred.

Strong proficiency in information technology ( Microsoft Applications, web browsers, etc.).

Effective and accurate written communication skills.

Ability to understand certification processes and policies.

Ability to form and maintain positive relationships with multiple stakeholders ( principals, teachers, catechists, etc.)

Strong professionalism and an ability to work as a team.

Excellent customer service skills. Ability to manage conflict, when necessary, in a professional and productive manner.

Good time management, including ability to manage several projects at the same time.

Must be able to multi-task and retain accuracy in an environment of competing deadlines.

Ability to understand and serve diverse populations.

Must be supportive of the mission and tenants of the Roman Catholic Church.

Must be a practicing Catholic.