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Shrub Oak International School Training Specialist in Mohegan Lake, New York
Under the direction of the Director of Research and Staff Development, with strong collaboration with all departments, the Training Specialist will be responsible for designing and implementing Shrub Oak International School’s staff development trainings and workshops into a robust learning program across the organization. He/she will build and transform staff development and learning into a function that engages staff via appropriate learning vehicles (online, blended, live) and translates key learning deliverables, to actionable on-the-job student engagement for further coaching as needed.
The Training Specialist will work collaboratively with the Director of Research and Staff Development and additional Training Specialists to design or assist in the creation of robust learning agendas, and training content, and have the demonstrated expertise to deliver (or co-deliver) content to adult learners in an engaging, experiential manner. The Training Specialist will assist the Research and Staff Development department in the design of feedback systems and data collection to ensure approaches are state of the art and meet Shrub Oak’s evolving needs. Additionally, they will complete live ‘on the floor’ observations and mentoring to ensure the training and staff competency is being upheld while staff engage with our students. Having access to confidential information, discretion, and independent judgment is required.
Essential Functions – Primary duties of the position:
Reporting to the Director of Research and Staff Development, the Training Specialist will be responsible and accountable for:
Roles Primary Duties
Design and implement robust training programs across all departments at Shrub Oak International School
Assist in the design and implementation of robust training that will enable staff at SOIS to provide a regulating and engaged learning environment for students
Designs creative learning opportunities that flexibly meet the needs of a 24/7/365 organization and uses appropriate learning vehicles to reach learners
Provides ongoing feedback aligned to training objectives in real time to staff
Retrains staff in all aspects of training as needed
Delivers TCIS training, including refreshers, to new and existing staff on a regular basis
Delivers regular on the floor development to student facing staff
Collaborates with Director of Research and Staff Development and Department Heads and their designees
Make recommendations to align overall training and development strategy into actionable training plans for SOIS
Remain current on new learning and other industry approaches to remain at the forefront of adult learning theory
Supports performance improvement plans in all departments through ongoing training
Grows Development Coaches
Provides weekly reflective supervision to Development Coach caseload
Provides on the floor coaching to Development coach caseload
Organizes and implements weekly Development Coach department meeting
Collects, reviews, and analyzes performance metrics that support continuous learning and improvement
Provide recommendations to enhance learning and development
Reviews and analyzes data to inform function of training department across all programs
Makes recommendations to Director of Research and Staff Development based on data analysis
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Required Skills – Competencies – Qualifications:
High emotional intelligence and exceptional communications skills (both oral and written) to read, understand and engage a wide range of learners at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated customer service skills, with an ability to establish and maintain relationships with a diverse, transdisciplinary group of individuals at all levels of the organization, with the ability to influence and collaborate with others at all levels
Experience evaluating learning programs and materials to ensure learner needs are met
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage competing projects to successful and timely conclusion
Ability to work with all stakeholders in a collaborative manner as appropriate
Preferred Education and Experience:
Master's degree in special education or a specific clinical domain (mental health, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, physical therapy, etc.) preferred. Bachelors degree considered.
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with autistic individuals in a residential setting
Minimum 2 years’ experience utilizing crisis management systems (CPI, SCIP-R, TCI, etc.). Experience as a crisis trainer a plus.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in coaching others in 1:1 and in small or large group setting to provide positive and constructive feedback to staff
Minimum 2 years’ experience in the design and engaged delivery of experiential content across multiple platforms (live, hybrid, e-learning etc.) with an understanding of adult learning theory, in a wide variety of areas, including but not limited to, empowering, and supporting autistic individuals or those with developmental disabilities, safety, human resources
Physical Demands
Workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines, and time pressures; Work regularly requires sustained concentration. Sitting at a desk for extended periods, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors) as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a year-round position. Full-time staff work a traditional 40-hour work week, which may flex to after traditional hours or weekends given the nature of our work. Ideal hours are 12-8, four days during the work week, with one weekend shift. However, the demanding nature of our profession will regularly require professional employees to work longer hours than regular hours of operation.
Salary: $80,000/yr
EEO Statement
Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Shrub Oak International School maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action disciplinary action including termination.
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