Training Specialist

Training Specialist 

Schedule: Full-Time  

Location: US, Hybrid (travel on location in schools and work from home)    

FLSA Status: Exempt (Salary)   

Reports To: Training Specialist Supervisor 

Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000  

Position Overview 

STAR Autism Support is looking for training professionals to deliver side by side coaching and consultation to educators and staff serving students Pre-K through secondary on how to implement SAS curriculum tools in the classroom. Building upon your existing experience using the SAS curriculum, you will be provided with extensive training to promote increased capacity for yourself and our customers through enhanced coaching skills and eventually workshop presentation skills. STAR customers are located around the United States and internationally, therefore our ideal candidate is excited by the opportunity to travel (by air and car) on average of two weeks per month. You are someone who thrives on rolling up your sleeves and helping teachers, students, and colleagues to use evidence-based practices. And, most importantly, you share in our passion for supporting the learning and curricula for students with autism.  

The exact title and compensation offered will depend on candidate experience, skillset, and overall qualifications.  

The Position: What you’ll do 

• Provide training and consultation to school districts and agencies in implementing curricula for students with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. 
• Provide educators with in-class coaching using best practices for adult learning. 
• Collaborate with SAS account specialists and district administration to build the capacity of district programs to provide evidence-based practices. 

• Complete consult notes and gather classroom performance data to support requirements of customer programs and grants. 
• Partner with internal stakeholders to organize your travel schedule and customer visits in a way that best supports the needs of STAR customers; often requiring flexibility. 
• Collaborate with the sales team to share customer dynamics, priorities, and progress so they may offer the most appropriate solutions based on individualized needs and goals. 
• Keep current on research-based knowledge of ASD and effective instructional strategies.  
• Provide personal and customer feedback to our product team to promote ongoing improvements of our curricular tools. 
• Support Lead Training Specialists with in-person and virtual workshops, consultations, and presentations on SAS curricula (STAR, Links, SOLS, SOLER, etc.) and strategies for educators, caregivers, and staff using SAS professional development tools.  
• Support other projects and duties as assigned. 

Skills and Talents: What you will bring to the role 

We are looking for a person who is: 

• Passionate about teaching evidence-based practices to educators  
• Committed to excellence in all work—working nonstandard hours when necessary, anticipating issues, performing creative problem-solving, and communicating with diplomacy 
• Willing to travel domestically (via car and air travel) up to two weeks per month, including some weekend travel.  
• Experienced with using online web-based tools such as Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, PowerPoint, Teams, and can learn new computer systems.  
• Self-aware, with a learning growth mindset  
• Aligned with organizational values including a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) 

We are looking for a person who has: 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience using evidence-based practices working with students with autism spectrum disorders   
• 1 years of experience using the STAR curriculum or Links program in classroom settings  
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, teamwork, written, and oral communication skills 
• Effective observation, consultation, and data collection skills 
• Master’s degree and/or BCBA (preferred) 

We are looking for a person who can: 

• Work collaboratively with education staff, caregivers/parents, administrators, and students 
• Present to small and large groups for staff development, both in person and virtually 
• Use technological equipment, software, and assistive devices (e.g. Microsoft Office, Zoom) 
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues while exemplifying STAR values 
• Communicate well with people at all levels of an organization (e.g. listening to understand, explaining ideas simply, having the ability to give and receive feedback) 

Capability Requirements  

• Ability to type and look at a computer screen for up to 8 hours daily required. 
• Work performed in both home office settings as well as classroom settings with variable levels of temperature, sound, and lighting. 
• Ability to travel 50% of the time to customer locations, conferences, and industry events. 

• Ability to work both individually and collaboratively with others. 
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualifies for an accommodation. 

Who we are  

STAR Autism Support (SAS) is an educational consulting company based in Portland, OR.  SAS provides curriculum materials, workshops and training to school and agency staff who work with students with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our unique and practical approach provides school districts with curriculum resources and a continuum of professional development activities to address the educational needs of student’s early childhood through post-secondary throughout the country and internationally.    

At SAS our goal is to cultivate a supportive, positive and welcoming work environment where all staff can successfully thrive. We value and celebrate equity, diversity, and inclusion.  Our vision of equity includes a continuous commitment to becoming an antiracist, multicultural organization.  We strive to provide all employees with a culture of curiosity and continued learning.  Our company values are listed below:  

• Use innovative, evidenced-based, culturally responsive strategies to positively impact our stakeholders including students with autism and educators.  
• Practice professional and personal accountability, adaptability, and respect for others.  
• Maintain sustainable growth and long-term partnerships with our stakeholders in order to provide equitable services to all.   

The perks of working with us  

Not only are you helping do good in the world, but you will be joining a team of passionate and exceptional people within a casual environment. We also encourage our team to continue their own professional development by helping fund opportunities to do so.   
 
In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $65,000 and $85,000. Actual title and pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; education; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Human Resources Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. We also offer a full suite of benefits including:  

• Retirement plan options with matching  
• 12 days of paid time off per year  
• 18 paid holidays and office closure days per year  

• 2 weeks of paid COVID-19 sick leave  
• Health Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts)  
• Life and Disability Insurance options  

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. STAR Autism Support (SAS) is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We celebrate the differences that make each person unique, both at work and in the communities we serve. Using evidence-based practices we strive every day to make positive educational outcomes accessible to all students and educators. This commitment is also foundational to our company culture. We acknowledge that research shows that Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) and women are significantly less likely to apply for some positions, believing they must meet every qualification as described in the job description. At STAR Autism Support, we value representation, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We know that sometimes that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described in the job description.