Dual Language National Literacy Consultant, CA

Benchmark Education Company•Remote - California, CA

1d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Dual Language Literacy Consultant—CA advances high-quality dual language and bilingual education through implementation of Benchmark Education’s instructional resources and services. The consultant advises district and school leaders and provides professional learning, implementation support, coaching, and strategic guidance to support multilingual learners. The role calls for expertise in Spanish dual language instruction, biliteracy development, and multilingual learner best practices, along with strong presentation skills and a customer-focused approach to building lasting partnerships. The consultant specializes in Benchmark products and professional development, delivering onsite and remote services as determined by the PD regional Consultant Manager. The position works remotely and travels throughout California up to 70% of the time, including overnight stays. It also involves developing training and implementation resources, providing classroom coaching, maintaining customer relationships, and sharing customer feedback and market needs with internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Bilingual Education, ESL, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in K–12 dual language education.
Certified teaching experience in Spanish Literacy, Reading Research, Intervention, or Second Language Acquisition.
Strong knowledge of biliteracy pedagogy and effective instructional strategies for multilingual learners.
Experience with educational technology and adult learning practices.
Familiarity with California state standards and literacy initiatives.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to present fluently in Spanish to large audiences and key decision-making stakeholders in sales situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, TEAMS, and online tools.
Ability to work cross-functionally and achieve goals.
Ability to deliver high customer satisfaction and retention.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 70%, including overnight stays.
Valid driver’s license and REAL ID or passport.
Ability to stand for long periods while presenting and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Must reside in California and near a major metropolitan airport.

Nice To Haves

Google Classroom experience.

Responsibilities

Train administrators, coaches, teachers, and district leaders on implementing Benchmark Education English Language Arts, Spanish Language Arts, and dual language print and digital curriculum.
Deliver professional development and in-service training on dual language program implementation, language acquisition, cross-linguistic transfer, and culturally and linguistically sustaining instructional practices.
Train and consult with districts on English Language Development (ELD).
Serve as a subject matter expert in Benchmark Education products, dual language pedagogy, biliteracy instruction, cross-linguistic transfer, English and Spanish Language Development, and multilingual learner best practices.
Develop and refine professional learning materials, implementation resources, presentations, pacing guides, and language and resource allocation tools under the direction of PD leadership.
Coach and support teachers and instructional teams through classroom modeling, observation, feedback, and demonstration lessons in dual language and bilingual classrooms.
Research, develop, and share best practices in dual language education, multilingual learners, emerging instructional technologies, and effective teaching practices.
Travel throughout California, working remotely and traveling up to 70% of the time, including overnight stays.
Build and maintain strong relationships with team members and customers.
Complete training documentation, implementation reports, and follow-up communications in a timely and professional manner.
Communicate customer feedback, California market trends, and emerging needs to internal stakeholders.
Identify customer needs and recommend print, digital, assessment, and professional learning solutions that support dual language and bilingual programs.
Follow organizational expectations, procedures, and professional standards, and participate in ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.