Federal Projects Specialist

Dysart Unified School District • Surprise, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Research, develop and train school district staff in federal project evaluation, monitoring and compliance.

Requirements

• Valid Arizona teaching certificate.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints ( IVP ) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
• Two (2) years’ experience in teaching or training.
• Educating English Language Learner (ELL) student populations.
• Reading and interpreting general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals.
• Writing general correspondence and speak effectively with others.
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Principles and practices of program administration.
• Basic principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Best practices, trends and emerging technologies.
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Applying reason to research and solving moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Interpreting an assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms.
• Performing basic original research to assist with developing teaching plans and instructional materials.
• Maintaining and updating documentation.
• Effectively communicating both orally and in writing.
• Organizing and maintaining records, files and program information.
• Gathering data, analyzing findings and applying logic and reason.
• Authoring and preparing original reports, documents and presentations.
• Researching industry trends, solutions and best practices.
• Maintaining confidentiality.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of federal projects as related to student achievement
• Serve as liaison between the Academic Services Department and the Title I schools
• Supervise projects to meet the needs of Title I and ELL students
• Act as a liaison with the Arizona State Department of Education
• Develop and deliver professional development through in-person, online and blended formats
• Assist schools to identify student populations for participation in federal projects
• Assist in recommendations with building principals at Title I schools in the area of program implementation
• Submit applications and reports to federal and state educational agencies to ensure compliance for funding
• Research and present information regarding federal programs for parents, school staff and outside agencies
• Compile and maintain written records and reports of federal projects and disseminate information
• Assist school staff to design, implement, fund and evaluate projects requiring federal funds
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
• Other job related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed