Educational Consultant (ELA or Reading) – Per Diem – Detroit, Michigan
About The Position
Curriculum Associates is seeking a temporary, part-time, per-diem Professional Learning Educational Consultant specializing in ELA or Reading. The consultant will use their experience teaching ELA or Reading, coaching teachers, delivering professional development, analyzing data, and working with school leaders to provide high-quality professional learning, training, and support. They will work closely with the Associate Manager or Manager of Professional Learning, the sales team, and other Curriculum Associates professionals. The position is based in Detroit, Michigan, and supports districts throughout the Midwest (Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Minnesota, and Iowa), as well as Pennsylvania and West Virginia. This is not a remote role; candidates must live in or near Detroit or be willing to relocate there. Considerable travel is required, including overnight stays and travel by car, plane, and/or public transportation. Travel may be out of state and is required up to 80% of the time. Per-diem consultants are scheduled as needed and paid hourly. Scheduling depends on customer demand, with professional development usually occurring during normal school hours. Peak periods are August through October and January through February, although work takes place throughout the school year. The position has a start date of ASAP. Compensation ranges from $30 to $65.63 per hour depending on the work assigned. Compensation is provided for professional learning delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses. Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel. A company-provided laptop is included. Temporary and per-diem employees who average and maintain at least 30 hours per week may become eligible for medical coverage under the Affordable Care Act after an initial waiting period; all per-diem employees are eligible for accrued sick time.
Requirements
- At least a bachelor's degree.
- At least 2 years of experience teaching ELA or Reading, coaching ELA or Reading teachers, and providing ELA or Reading professional development.
- Strong working knowledge of Common Core State Standards for ELA or Reading for grades K–8, or comparable state standards, including content and practice standards.
- Fluency with digital tools, including online assessments, and comfort discussing and applying data with teachers and leaders.
- Understanding of adult learning principles and how to apply them in professional development to help participants meet learning objectives.
- Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Strong time management, organizational, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent computer and internet skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an educational cohort.
- Must currently live in, be near, or be willing to relocate to Detroit, Michigan.
- Must have personal transportation and a valid driver's license.
- Ability to meet the role's travel requirements, including travel up to 80%.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in ELA or Reading.
- Knowledge of online meeting programs such as Zoom or WebEx.
- Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Become an expert on the company's online diagnostic and instruction program and Common Core product, focusing on ELA or Reading.
- Coordinate and deliver on-site product training and professional learning courses for teachers and school administrators.
- Adjust professional learning workshops within specified parameters to meet participants' needs.
- Deliver professional learning to teachers, coaches, and leaders on effectively implementing Ready and i-Ready to impact classroom learning.
- Provide tailored on-site support, including lesson planning and pacing support, helping educators analyze data and apply it to instruction, and working with leaders to identify implementation successes and challenges.
- Participate in internal professional improvement and development, including being observed, receiving feedback, and being coached.
- Track and submit detailed training notes and complete assignments in a timely manner.
- Present a professional image to customers and prospects.
- Travel to support districts and customers, including travel of up to 80% and possible overnight and out-of-state trips.
Benefits
- Hourly compensation ranging from $30 to $65.63, depending on the type of work assigned.
- Compensation for professional learning delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel.
- Company-provided laptop.
- Temporary and per-diem employees averaging and maintaining at least 30 hours of work per week may become eligible for medical coverage under the Affordable Care Act after an initial waiting period.
- Accrued sick time for all per-diem employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
