EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.
Mission
EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.
EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach � grounded in the "3C's", Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.
ATDN NEDP State Trainer
Reports to: ATDN Coordinator
Part-Time: ~325 hours per year -or- ~5-10 hours per week
Remote
Pay Rate: $51.51/hour
The position is open until filled - anticipated start date: ASAP
Job Description: The Adult Training & Development Network (ATDN) is seeking an individual for the NEDP State Trainer role. This position will support the Connecticut State Department of Education, Academic Office � Adult Education, in the implementation and expansion of the National External Diploma Program (NEDP). Responsibilities include providing training and technical assistance to local programs, supporting NEDP implementation and evaluation processes, and ensuring alignment with state and program requirements.
Major Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver the following NEDP trainings annually: two (2) Implementation Trainings, one (1) Evaluation Workshop, and one (1) Policies & Procedures Training. Review submissions for the On-Demand Refresher Training as participants complete it throughout the year.
- Plan and facilitate one (1) NEDP Directors' Meeting and two (2) Lead Assessor Meetings annually, in collaboration with CSDE.
- Provide statewide technical assistance and Portfolio Reviews for newly trained NEDP Advisor/Assessors.
- Maintain training and staffing data, and assist CSDE with NEDP-related questions and meetings.
- Manage additional state-assigned Portfolio Reviewers as needed.
- Recruit and train additional NEDP State Trainers, as necessary.
- Serve as liaison to CSDE on NEDP-related matters.
- Assist ATDN and CSDE with other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience with the National External Diploma Program (NEDP)
- Experience in working collaboratively with state agencies.
- Experience with adult education and adult learning populations.
- Ability to collaborate and problem-solve with other educators to utilize resources
Qualifications/Requirements:
- A minimum of a teaching certification, and at least 10 years of teaching or related educational experience.
- Strong technology skills are required
Application Procedure: Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance's employment page at, http://edadvance.org/about-us/employment, and clicking on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.
EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: [email protected]
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.
