# Professional Development Specialist > University System of Maryland Office · Hyattsville, United States (Hybrid) · Contract · Posted 2026-02-20 **Salary:** USD 85,000–95,000 **Workplace:** hybrid **Department:** Maryland Center for Computing Education (MCCE) ## Description **Best consideration date for applications:** March 12, 2026 **PURPOSE OF POSITION:** The Professional Development Specialist serves as a lead facilitator and champion for teacher professional learning statewide. In this role, the Specialist designs, delivers, and evaluates dynamic, evidence-based professional development experiences in computing education for P-12 educators at all career stages. The position fosters a statewide learning community, supports teacher growth through coaching and mentoring, and cultivates collaborative innovation in instructional practice. This is a one-year contractual role with the potential for renewal. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Professional Development Services and Operations:** - Designs, facilitates, and evaluates in-person and online professional development computer science-related or P-20-related workshops, curriculum institutes, and professional learning communities for K-12 and higher education teachers. - Delivers interactive training sessions on effective computing pedagogy, curriculum integration, equity strategies, and emerging educational technologies. - Provides ongoing mentoring and coaching for participating teachers to sustain instructional improvement. - Manages the implementation of MCCE workshops and other activities designed for Maryland K-12 districts, administrators, committee members, facilitators, higher education faculty, and collaborators. - Arranges online or in-person event venues, sets up registration, arranges accommodations, communicates with facilitators and participants, and coordinates any resources needed. - Provides any other support required by MCCE to promote the effectiveness of meetings, workshops, and conferences. **Platform Administration & Technical Management (Canvas LMS):** - Creates and manages user accounts, roles, permissions, enrollments, and authentication methods; oversees course access and sub-account provisioning for all MCCE and P-20 accounts. - Sets up academic terms, creates course shells, archives/concludes courses, and supports content import/export and duplication. - Serves as the primary technical contact for Canvas-related issues; provides timely support to staff, facilitators, and participants; communicates updates, features, maintenance, and outages for all MCCE and P-20 accounts. - Develops and maintains user guides, FAQs, tutorials, and best practices; delivers training and onboarding for facilitators and participants. - Assists with course setup, content organization, and Canvas tool usage; advises on instructional design and accessibility (WCAG/ADA compliance). - Aligns Canvas interface with MCCE/P-20 branding and manages shared resources, templates, and blueprint courses. - Generates reports on usage, engagement, and enrollment trends. - Helps develop and enforce Canvas-related policies; manages course completion certificates and MSDE CPD credit forms. **Information/Data Organization and Analysis:** - Collects, compiles, and organizes data pertinent to the effectiveness of facilitated workshops. Analyzes, summarizes, and communicates this information to appropriate USM officials. - Assists in the preparation of annual and financial reports, recommendations, and other information resources for the improvement of MCCE and its programs. **Event Support:** - Assists in arranging online or in-person event venues, sets up registration, arranges accommodations, communicates with facilitators and participants, and coordinates any resources needed. - Provides any other support required by MCCE to promote the effectiveness of meetings, workshops, and conferences. **ANNUAL SALARY:** $85,000-$95,000 ## Requirements **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** **Required Education Level/Certifications:** Master’s degree in Education, Computer Science, STEM, Instructional Design, Learning Technologies, or a related field. **Required Experience:** - Five (5) years of experience in education, computer science education, STEM education, instructional design, or related P–20 fields. - Experience designing, facilitating, or supporting in-person and online professional development or training. - Experience coordinating events or programs, including scheduling, registration, and communication with participants. **Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** - Proficiency with Canvas LMS (or comparable learning management systems), including user management, course setup, and troubleshooting. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project organization or workflow tools. - Ability to organize and manage data, conduct basic analyses, and present information clearly in reports, charts, or graphs. - Knowledge of instructional practices, adult learning principles, or effective facilitation methods for educators. - Ability to develop clear written materials such as user guides, communications, or training resources. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities, deadlines, and stakeholder communications. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing. - Understanding of accessibility standards (e.g., ADA/WCAG) or willingness to learn. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:** **Preferred Education Level/Certifications:** Advanced degree in Education, Computer Science, STEM, Instructional Design, Learning Technologies, or a related field. **Preferred Experience:** - Experience designing, facilitating, or evaluating professional development, curriculum institutes, or learning communities for adult learners or educators. - Experience teaching in K–12 or higher education, preferably in computer science, STEM, or technology-enhanced instruction. - Experience providing instructional coaching, mentoring, or teacher support. - Experience planning and coordinating events, workshops, or conferences in educational settings. **Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:** - Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, equity-focused learning environments for educators. - Skill in producing user guides, tutorials, or training materials for educational technologies. - Familiarity with WCAG/ADA accessibility considerations when designing instructional content. ## Benefits - **Paid Leave:** 22 days of annual leave, 15 days of sick & safe leave, 16-17 holidays, 3 personal leave days, 12 weeks paid parental leave. - **Health Benefits:** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. - **Retirement Plans:** Supplemental options with major providers like Fidelity and TIAA. - **Life Insurance:** Optional term life and AD&D benefits through MetLife. - **Tuition Benefits:** Tuition remission for employees and their families. - **Training & Development:** Free professional development conferences and unlimited LinkedIn Learning access. - **Credit Union Access:** Membership eligibility for SECU, Maryland’s largest credit union. - **Employee Assistance Program (EAP):** Free counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services. 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