Training and Education Coordinator
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The Training and Education Manager is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all training and educations events within the eight (8) counties of WNY. Employee must be able to initiate, coordinate, organize, and implement the training and workshop details for the organization. It is essential that the candidate be able to work well with people, help the organization grow while being able to effectively collaborate with organizations and school districts throughout WNY. Bachelor's degree (BA/BS in education or related discipline preferred), related experience and/or training; or an appropriate combination of education, training and specific discipline related experience. Parent Network of WNY is a not-for-profit agency that provides education and resources for families of individuals with special needs (birth through adulthood) and for professionals. Parent Network of WNY provides 1-on-1 Support and education through resources, workshops and support groups to assist families of individuals with disabilities to understand their disability and navigate the support service system. The majority of Parent Network of WNY's staff and board members are parents of children with disabilities, which provides a unique perspective, personal experience and empathy to the families we reach. Since the reorganization in 2001, Parent Network of WNY has served around 10,000 people a year. It is preferred that the candidate be the parent of an individual with special needs or be the primary recipient of services themselves. Full time employees' work week is 35 hours. Salary Range is $42,000 - $47,000 recblid di7qkimox31u3mpnhuxz7myat4bdsr