Literacy Consultant – East Region
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- Facilitate professional learning using adult learning methodologies to support structured literacy practices and product implementation.
- Deliver professional learning, coach classroom teachers and instructional coaches on structured literacy practices and foundational reading skills.
- Support classroom teachers and school leaders in building content knowledge and understanding their role in the implementation process.
- Provide feedback as part of the coaching cycle to pinpoint progress areas and development opportunities.
- Maintain highest degree of expertise in literacy instruction and Scholastic product knowledge.
- Maintain professional relationships with districts.
- Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with the team and partners.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree (or progress toward a degree) in education or a reading-related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience facilitating face-to-face professional learning in literacy and/or reading.
- At least 3-5 years of teaching or instructional coaching experience.
- Deep knowledge of systematic and explicit instruction in foundational reading skills and experience implementing structured literacy instruction.
- In-depth understanding of language acquisition theories and the ability to apply these principles to instructional strategies.
- Proficiency in implementing linguistically and culturally responsive teaching methodologies.
- Experience teaching Multi-Lingual Learners or bilingual proficiency is a plus.
- Current knowledge of college and career readiness standards.
- Understanding of the human change process and adult learning theories.
- Ability to maintain a flexible travel schedule.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and PowerPoint.
- Experience using virtual presentation platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Strong facilitation skills, professionalism, and creativity.
- Valid driver’s license.
Benefits:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities