Educational Consultant -Per Diem (MS Math) - Brooklyn, NY

Curriculum Associates • Brooklyn, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Curriculum Associates is seeking a temporary, part-time Professional Learning Educational Consultant (Math) with a background in teaching mathematics, coaching teachers, delivering professional development and support, analyzing data, and working with school leaders. This role is ideal for retired educators or those transitioning out of the classroom who want to join a mission-driven company focused on creating equitable classrooms for students. The Educational Consultant will facilitate high-quality professional development, training, support, and data analysis, communicating consultatively with schoolteachers and leaders. This is a per diem position, meaning consultants are scheduled on an as-needed basis and paid hourly. Scheduling is highly dependent on customer demand, with peak times typically from August through October and again in January and February. It is not recommended to hold a full-time role during school hours simultaneously with this position. Compensation includes payment for PD delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses. The position requires considerable travel and a valid driver's license.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2+ years of experience in teaching Mathematics, coaching teachers of Mathematics, and providing Mathematics professional development.
• Strong working knowledge of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics for Grades 6–8 (or comparable state standards), including both the content standards and the practice standards.
• Fluency with using digital tools including online assessments, and a high level of comfort discussing and applying data with teachers and leaders.
• Understand principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development to ensure participants meet learning objectives.
• Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Exceptional time management skills: ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
• Proven organizational skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent computer and internet skills including knowledge of Office programs (Outlook, Word, PPT, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and as part of an educational cohort.
• Must live within 30 miles of the posting city (Brooklyn, NY).
• Must have own transportation.
• Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching mathematics at the secondary (6–12) level.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics education.
• Knowledge of online meeting programs (e.g. Zoom/WebEx).

Responsibilities

• Become an expert on the company’s online diagnostic and instruction program and Common Core product, focusing on Mathematics.
• Serve teachers in the classroom by coordinating on-site product training and professional development courses for teachers and school administrators.
• Adjust professional development workshops within specified parameters to fit the needs of the participants.
• Help to ensure equity in the classroom by delivering professional development courses to teachers, coaches, and leaders on how to effectively implement Ready and i-Ready to impact classroom learning.
• Meet teachers where they are and provide tailored on-site support to teachers, coaches, and leaders. This may range from providing lesson planning and pacing support, to helping educators analyze data and apply it to instruction, to working with leaders to identify evidence of implementation successes and challenges.
• Engage in internal cycle of professional improvement and development (including being observed, receiving feedback, and being coached).
• Track and submit detailed training notes, as well as complete all assignments in a timely manner.
• Present a professional image at all times to customers and prospects.

Benefits

• Company-provided laptop.
• Ability to keep all travel points for flights and hotels booked for work-related travel.
• Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level