Staff Development Teacher - Owings Mills High - Baltimore County Public Schools : Job Details

Position Type: TEACH - K12/TEACHER STAFF DEVELOPMENT (T76100)Date Posted: 12/19/2024Location: OWINGS MILLS HIGH (045201)Closing Date: Until FilledBALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB TITLE: Teacher, Staff Development SCHEDULE: Full Time REPORTS TO: School Principal DEFINITION: Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for equitable learning experiences for Baltimore County Public School (BCPS) students, teachers, and staff. Provides support for the professional learning process through the lens of a non-evaluative coach of adult learners. Serves as facilitator of job embedded professional development that is aligned to the School Progress Plan. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Reviews and monitors the progress of the School Progress Plan along with the principal, assistant principal, and members of the Instructional Leadership Team. Engages teachers and staff in collaborative and reflective practice through a variety of instructional coaching practices. Creates a learning environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students and professional development of teachers and staff. Meets and instructs classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment. Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students. Facilitates meaningful professional learning opportunities for teachers and staff. Works with the administrator(s) and teachers to communicate the value and importance of the Teacher Development Plan. Supports teachers and staff in creating equitable, universally designed learning environments. Supports teachers and staff professional learning by guiding planning, securing resources (including time), and informing teachers and staff of professional development opportunities. Offers instructional assistance by building the knowledge base and increasing the repertoire of teaching skills. Supports teachers and staff in efforts to improve student achievement by supporting grade level teams or departmental meetings. Allocates time for professional development activities that enable teachers and staff to work collaboratively within the normal workday hours. Collaborates with classroom teachers to facilitate the integration of technology across the curriculum. Models' innovation and flexibility in support of district initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the assignment. Three years of successful teaching experience. Experience in the design, delivery, and assessment of professional development. Completion of the BCPS Fundamentals of Teacher Leadership preferred. Participation in the BCPS Prospective Staff Development Teachers information sessions is preferred. Must be designated as eligible for the Staff Development Teacher candidate pool by the Division of Human Resources, Office of Staffing. Must be in the current Staff Development Teacher candidate pool to be eligible for a school-based position. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment. OR Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrates the qualities of an equity literate educator. Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of and skill in instructional coaching. Knowledge of and skill in adult learning theory. Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional development for preK through 12 educators. Knowledge of and skill in the use of technology to enhance student learning (i.e., content creation, collaboration, productivity). Knowledge of and skill in data analysis. Skills in communication, leadership, and human relations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to maintain confidential information. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The work of this position is performed in school and office environments. Requires the ability to move throughout schools and classrooms. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. Requires travel to schools and offices throughout Baltimore County. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Candidates will be provided with monthly professional learning opportunities and must participate in these trainings in order to provide effective support to students, teachers and school staff. GRADE: TABCO 10-month pay scale SALARY: $60,000-$119,522 OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement. FLSA STATUS: Exempt RETIREMENT: Eligible for membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency. BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire. Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees. Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required Application Instructions Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer yes to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-###-####). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-###-####). Contact Information Chlo Duncan, MBA, IPMA-SCP Secondary Staffing Team 6901 Charles Street, E Building Towson, Maryland 21204 Phone: 443-###-#### Fax: 410-###-#### Email: [email protected]