Educator Development Specialist

Role summary

Educator Development Specialist is a role at Taylion Academy in California, United States (remote). Posted 2026-08-05. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Educator Development Specialist

Company

Taylion Academy

Location

California, United States

Work arrangement

remote

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-05

Job description

Educator Development Specialist

Location: Remote (California)

Organization: Taylion Academy

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Director of Schools

About Taylion Academy

At Taylion Academy, we believe teachers deserve meaningful support, not more oversight. The Educator Development Specialist exists to invest in the professional growth, confidence, and long-term success of our Education Specialists through coaching, mentorship, and individualized support.

Position Summary

The Educator Development Specialist serves as a non-evaluative resource for certificated staff by providing guidance, mentoring, and professional learning opportunities that support Education Specialist effectiveness, induction participation, credential progression, and professional growth. The Specialists helps Education Specialists understand district expectations, access available resources, navigate professional requirements, and develop instructional practices that promote student success.

This position does not perform supervisory or evaluative responsibilities and is not a member of the administrative leadership team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education Specialist Induction and Onboarding

Support the implementation and coordination of Education Specialist induction services.

Assist new and participating Education Specialists in understanding district procedures, expectations, and professional responsibilities.

Guide Education Specialists through induction requirements and documentation processes.

Monitor and support credential progression and program milestones.

Collaborate with induction providers and credentialing agencies as needed.

Professional Learning and Growth

Design, organize, and facilitate professional learning opportunities aligned with district goals and Education Specialist needs.

Conduct book studies, learning communities, workshops, and discussion groups.

Provide guidance on evidence-based instructional practices and professional standards.

Support Education Specialists in developing professional growth goals and action plans.

Assist Education Specialists in identifying and accessing relevant training opportunities.

Mentoring and Education Specialist Support

Serve as a trusted, non-evaluative mentor and resource for Education Specialists.

Provide individualized support, coaching conversations, and guidance related to classroom practice and professional responsibilities.

Connect Education Specialists with district personnel, programs, and resources that address identified needs.

Promote collaboration and networking among Education Specialists across schools and grade levels.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional learning.

Communication and Resource Coordination

Maintain and distribute resources related to induction, credentialing, curriculum, instruction, and professional development.

Communicate program requirements, timelines, and opportunities to participating Education Specialists.

Develop support materials, guidance documents, and resource repositories.

Collaborate with site administrators, instructional staff, and district departments to ensure Education Specialists receive appropriate support. Program Coordination

Maintain records related to program participation and completion requirements.

Collect feedback and evaluate the effectiveness of support programs and professional learning activities.

Assist in planning and implementing district initiatives related to Education Specialist development and retention.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of Education Specialist induction programs, credential requirements, and adult learning principles.

Understanding effective instructional practices and professional teaching standards.

Ability to build positive relationships and establish trust with staff.

Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.

Ability to organize and coordinate multiple projects and timelines.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Skill in collaborating with diverse stakeholders and providing supportive guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

Valid California Teaching Credential.

Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience.

Experience mentoring, coaching, facilitating professional development, or supporting Education Specialist growth.

Master's degree preferred.

Supervision

Receives Direction From: Director of Schools or designated administrator

Exercises Supervision Over: None.

Evaluation Responsibilities: None.

This position is non-supervisory and non-evaluative.