Dysart Unified School District · 7 hours ago
Federal Projects Specialist
Surprise, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDysart Unified School District is committed to enhancing student achievement through federal projects, and they are seeking a Federal Projects Specialist. This role involves researching, developing, and training staff on federal project evaluation, monitoring, and compliance, while also serving as a liaison between various departments and ensuring adherence to federal guidelines.
Education Management
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
Qualification
Required
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
Company
Dysart Unified School District
"A" rated Dysart Schools was voted best Public School District two years in a row, and is among the top-rated in the state of Arizona.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Diana Hawari, CETL
Chief Information Officer
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