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EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.  

Strong Candidate Identified

The Quality Measures™ Center for Program Assessment and Technical Assistance has an opening for a Quality Measures (QM) Facilitator (Casual III), reporting to the QM Project Director within the School Improvement Portfolio in the US Division.

The Quality Measures Facilitator provides expert group facilitation and skilled technical assistance to teams of principal preparation program faculty and partners engaged in using Quality Measures™ tools and protocols to conduct analytic program and partnership self-studies as part of an overall continuous program improvement strategy. Over the course of approximately 7-10 months, the QM Facilitator is responsible for building a trusting relationship with their assigned program/partnership team(s) and guiding teams through a customized approach to QM program and partnership self-studies and improvement planning. This is a casual employment position that makes up approximately 5% level of effort.

EDC casual employees generally work as needed.  A casual position receives statutory benefits of Social Security contributions, Medicare contributions, unemployment insurance, worker’s compensation insurance and sick leave.  A casual position ends when work is complete.

The Role

The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.

The Quality Measures Facilitator provides professional development training and technical assistance, contributing further to the organization’s intellectual capital, and developing name recognition as a leader in the field. This may involve:

• planning and facilitating in-person and virtual meetings with adult groups of varying size; guiding facilitation of adult learning and web-based learning
• leading principal preparation stakeholder teams through the Quality Measures™ program and partnership self-study processes
• building knowledge and capacity of organizations and staff by providing training, coaching, and guidance to help individual teams use their QM self-study data for ongoing improvement planning
• developing resources and facilitation techniques
• guiding feedback exchanges; providing expertise and resources to others
• analyzing trends and identifying opportunities
• conducting needs assessment – plan and strategize
• troubleshooting problems
• delivering high-visibility presentations
• writing or contributing to funding proposals
• networking and communicating on behalf of Quality Measures
• ensuring quality and performance of QM Technical Assistance (QM TA)

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills. Specific requirements:

Education

• Master’s degree with 7–10 years related experience, or
• EdD, PhD, or equivalent degree with 2–4 years related experience 

Skills & Experience

• Successful completion of Quality Measures™ program self-study process, required
• Comfort with virtual and in-person meetings and facilitation
• Demonstrated skill at facilitation, communication, collaboration, and relationship building
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equity-centered school leadership
• Prior experience in school leadership training and preparation

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  Equity and excellence are inseparable.  If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply.

This position offers an anticipated hourly rate of $62.50. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing Liz Christensen or by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329.