Educational Consultant (ELA or Reading) – Per Diem – Milwaukee, WI
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 facilitate professional development, training, support, and data analysis for educators and school leaders, working closely with the Associate Manager or Manager of Professional Learning, the sales team, and other company professionals. The position is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and supports districts throughout the Midwest, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Candidates must live near Milwaukee or be open to relocating there, have their own transportation, and hold a valid driver’s license. Travel of up to 80% is required, including possible overnight and out-of-state travel by car, plane, or public transportation. The role is scheduled on an as-needed basis and paid hourly. Professional development is usually scheduled during normal school hours, with peak demand from August through October and January through February. The stated compensation range is $30 to $65.63 per hour, depending on the assigned work. Compensation is provided for professional learning delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses. Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel, and the company provides a laptop. The start date is ASAP.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree at minimum.
- 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.
- Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and high attention to detail.
- Excellent computer and internet skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and as part of an educational cohort.
- Must live in or near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, or be open to relocating to the area.
- Must have personal transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to meet the role’s travel requirements, including travel up to 80%, overnight stays, and possible out-of-state travel.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in ELA or Reading.
- Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.
- Knowledge of online meeting programs such as Zoom or WebEx.
Responsibilities
- Become an expert in the company’s online diagnostic and instruction program and Common Core product, with a focus on ELA or Reading.
- Coordinate and deliver on-site product training and professional learning courses for teachers and school administrators, adapting workshops within specified parameters to participant needs.
- Deliver professional learning to teachers, coaches, and leaders on implementing Ready and i-Ready to support classroom learning and equity.
- Provide tailored on-site support, including lesson-planning and pacing support, helping educators analyze data and apply it to instruction, and helping leaders identify implementation successes and challenges.
- Participate in an internal professional improvement and development cycle, including observation, feedback, and coaching.
- 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, with travel up to 80% required.
Benefits
- Company-provided laptop.
- Compensation for professional learning delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel.
- Temporary and per-diem employees who average and maintain at least 30 hours of work 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
