Curriculum Specialist (K-5 Literacy) - Part-time (Northeast)

Savvas Learning Company • Paramus, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Savvas Learning Company is seeking a part-time Curriculum Specialist to support our K-5 Literacy curriculum in our Northeast territory. The part-time Curriculum Specialist is a(n):
· Education specialist with deep K-12 knowledge in assigned content area(s).
· Sales representative for the assigned region(s) with the goal of driving and meeting market revenue targets.
· Expert in the delivery of sales and introductory product orientation in-service for print, digital and blended programs who will partner with other specialists and share responsibilities in the assigned region(s).
· Self-starter with a passion for K-12 education and the ability to drive educators (at all levels) to make sound decisions regarding learning outcome choices for students and teachers.
· Expert on education standards, current education pedagogy, and market trends.
· Expert communicator with the skills to relate to all levels of state, regional or district K-12 employees from superintendent, administrator, teacher to para-professional.

This position will be required to attend on-site customer meetings in the Northeast states, and candidates will need to reside within the market to be considered.

Requirements

• 5+ years of K-12 education experience to include classroom teaching experience.
• BS or BA
• Expert knowledge of education theory and market trends in K-5 Literacy.
• Deep knowledge and passion for learning in K-12 education.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver winning presentations in large and small groups.
• Experience in public speaking and creating engaging presentations for teachers, parents, district administrators, superintendents, or adoption committees.
• Demonstration of strong abilities with technology skills including abilities to use all presentation software and hardware (PC or Mac, including whiteboard technology and 1:1 devices) to develop and deliver multimedia presentations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Biliterate in English/Spanish preferred.
• Specialty training or advanced certification is preferred.
• Previous experience in selling and servicing in the education market is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Delivering winning presentations for each sales cycle to include the six customer touch points: Exhibits and Conferences Pre-work and Issue setting workshops Meetings and Campaigns Pilots Sales Presentations Program Activation
• Provide Pilot Activation Trainings and consistent, on-going communication and support for pilot teachers throughout the pilot process.
• Providing customer feedback to sales, product, and marketing teams
• Maintaining content level expertise through the Savvas Learning Company certification process and agreed upon materials.
• Delivering Program Activation trainings for new and on-going customer accounts.
• Having a deep understanding and knowledge of Savvas Learning Company’s print and digital solutions.
• Maintaining positive on-going relationships with the customer during the sales cycle and after activation to provide support or re-direction to appropriate Savvas Learning Company teams to ensure client satisfaction.
• Providing excellent customer service at all times.
• Regional travel will be required; requests are sometimes made with short notice.
• Monitoring and controlling timekeeping and expenses in accordance with Savvas Learning Company Travel and Entertainment policies.
• Collaboration with team members and all departments including sales, services, and operations to escalate and address customer satisfaction issues in order to ensure customer success.
• Self-starter. Can at times be responsible for self-directed training and preparedness.
• Ability to have pointed conversations with school districts in the area of K-5 Literacy.
• Understanding sales campaign strategy, market trends and the full continuum of Savvas Learning Company services to better understand the customer and audience.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Choose from three distinct medical plan options. HSA/FSA options available.
• Prescription Drug Benefits: Automatically included when you enroll in any medical plan.
• Dental & Vision Coverage: Available to all benefits-eligible employees.
• Time to Recharge: Vacation time and 10 paid holidays.
• Time to Recover: Sick time and leave programs.
• Financial Wellness: Employees can start securing their financial future without any delay with a 401(k) match and immediate vesting.
• Wellness Programs: We recognize the importance of emotional and mental well-being, both in our work environment and in our personal lives. We are committed to providing resources and support to promote overall well-being and a healthy work-life balance.
• Extra Perks: Discounted gym memberships, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, volunteer opportunities, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees