Training Specialist - Hiring & Relocation Bonus Available

STAR Autism Support LLC

11d • $65,000 - $85,000 • Remote

About The Position

STAR Autism Support has several openings for Training Specialists! STAR Training Specialists are responsible for delivering side by side coaching and consultation to educators and staff serving students Pre-K through secondary on how to implement SAS curriculum tools in the classroom. STAR Autism Support (SAS) is a family-founded educational consulting company based in Portland, OR. SAS provides curriculum materials, workshops and training to school and agency staff who work with students with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our unique and practical approach provides school districts with curriculum resources and a continuum of professional development activities to address the educational needs of student’s early childhood through post-secondary throughout the country and internationally.  At SAS our goal is to cultivate a supportive, positive and welcoming work environment where all staff can successfully thrive. We value and celebrate equity, diversity, and inclusion.   Our vision of equity includes a continuous commitment to becoming an antiracist, multicultural organization.   We strive to provide all employees with a culture of curiosity and continued learning.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience using or implementing STAR products in the classroom
• Live within 30 miles (<1 hour drive) of a regional or major airport
• Undergraduate degree in education or related fields
• Minimum of 3 years of experience using evidence-based practices working with students with autism spectrum disorders
• 1+ years of experience using the STAR curriculum or Links program in classroom settings
• Ability to travel domestically (via car and air travel), including some weekend travel
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, teamwork, written, and oral communication skills
• Effective observation, consultation, and data collection skills
• Strong verbal and written business communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Has a growth mindset, is curious, and interested in ongoing learning and development
• Adaptable and easily able to pivot as needed
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated and proficient at working both independently and as part of a team
• Intermediate Microsoft office skills and competence in a digital environment
• Passionate about teaching evidence-based practices to educators
• Committed to excellence in all work—working nonstandard hours when necessary, anticipating issues, performing creative problem-solving, and communicating with diplomacy
• Ability to work collaboratively with education staff, caregivers/parents, administrators, and students
• Intermediate to advanced experience with online web-based tools such as Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, PowerPoint, and Teams as well as ability to learn new software, tech equipment, tools and assistive devices quickly
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues while exemplifying STAR values
• Ability to communicate well with people at all levels of an organization (e.g. listen to understand, explain ideas simply, ability to give and receive feedback)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree and/or BCBA

Responsibilities

• Provide training and consultation to school districts and agencies in implementing curricula for students with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.
• Provide educators with in-class coaching using best practices for adult learning.
• Collaborate with sales professionals, customer success specialists, and district administration to build the capacity of district programs to provide evidence-based practices.
• Complete consultation notes and gather classroom performance data to support requirements of customer programs and grants.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer success teams to share customer dynamics, priorities, and progress so they may offer the most appropriate solutions based on individualized needs and goals.
• Keep current on research-based knowledge of ASD and effective instructional strategies.
• Provide personal and customer feedback to our product team to promote ongoing improvements of our curricular tools.
• Support with in-person and virtual workshops, consultations, and presentations on SAS curricula (STAR, Links, SOLS, SOLER, etc.) and strategies for educators, caregivers, and staff using SAS professional development tools.
• Responsible for booking travel accommodations (flights, rental car, hotel) once monthly schedule has been provided; track expenses and reimbursements and submit via company protocol.

Benefits

• Retirement plan options with company matching
• Generous paid time off, including paid holidays and office closure days
• Paid COVID-19 sick leave
• Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Life and Disability Insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hiring bonus is available for candidates who can start the position earlier than June
• Relocation bonus is available for candidates willing to relocate to one of our regions with high need

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level