Impact Specialist, Curriculum and Instruction (Bilingual) - Chicago/Midwest

Curriculum Associates•US IL Remote, IN

18h•$69,250 - $118,250•Hybrid

About The Position

At Curriculum Associates, we believe in the potential of every child and are changing the face of education technology with award-winning learning programs like i-Ready that serve a third of the nation’s K–8 students. For more than 50 years, our commitment to making classrooms better places, serving educators, and supporting accessible learning experiences for all students has driven the continuous improvement of our innovative programs. Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind this mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day. The Impact Specialist, Curriculum & Instruction is a Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who will advance core footprint alongside field teams through opportunity advisement and sales presentations that drive success in core adoptions, as they strengthen key literacy core implementations including pilots and efficacy work. ISPs will collaborate with a range of external and internal stakeholders to lead efforts that achieve our company goals in the core literacy and mathematics market.

Requirements

Bilingual and biliterate, with the ability to communicate professionally and engage educators in both languages
Deep understanding of bilingual education, biliteracy development, multilingual learners, and dual language program models
Experience teaching in a dual language or bilingual setting and/or serving as a school or district leader responsible for bilingual or dual language programming
Strong understanding of how high-quality curriculum is implemented across languages while supporting both content learning and language development
Knowledge of best practices and trends in your subject area
Ability to build credibility with teachers, coaches, principals, and district leaders working in bilingual and dual language contexts
Ability to thrive in collaborative environments while demonstrating a high degree of self-directed initiative
Ability to manage projects through change, including building trust with stakeholders, listening deeply, learning from others’ input and experience, and driving toward best outcomes with respect, compassion, and humility
Strong organizational skills with an ability to balance short-term tasks with long-term projects and initiatives
Embody and model the CA culture tenets in all internal and external activities
Minimum of 5 years of experience in education with a focus on curriculum and instruction
Demonstrated experience working in bilingual or dual language education, preferably through classroom teaching, instructional leadership, school leadership, or district-level leadership
Demonstrated knowledge of biliteracy development and effective instructional practices for multilingual learners
Demonstrated effectiveness working cross-functionally, building relationships with remote teams, and working with a broad range of stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in education, bilingual education, your subject area, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Bilingual and biliterate proficiency required
60%-70% travel; primarily multi-state travel within the assigned Midwest region, including overnight travel.
This position is based in the Midwest region and will be supporting customers throughout this area. Candidates must currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Midwest region.
A valid driver's license is required for this role.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain gold-standard product knowledge and presentation skills to effectively support core adoption and revenue growth
In collaboration with National Directors and internal product teams, develop and deliver awareness experiences that build curiosity and excitement among educators for our core offerings, including English- and Spanish-language curriculum
Develop the ability to clearly communicate the features, advantages, and benefits of core offerings in sales settings, with particular attention to the needs of multilingual learners and dual language programs
Serve as a knowledgeable partner to districts considering core curriculum within bilingual, biliteracy, and dual language instructional models
Engage with national and regional leadership to understand upcoming state adoptions and open-territory opportunities for expanding our core footprint
Develop a deep understanding of emerging research, trends, and legislation that impact curriculum and instruction, including research and policy related to bilingual education, biliteracy development, multilingual learners, and dual language programming
Bring an understanding of how curriculum is implemented across languages and how instructional decisions can support coherence, language development, and strong grade-level instruction in dual language settings
Work closely with regional field teams to monitor and protect the health of core implementations
Provide particular expertise in supporting implementations within bilingual and dual language schools and districts
Assist and advise field teams in responding to implementation challenges that arise, including challenges related to cross-language implementation, biliteracy development, instructional models, and program coherence
Seek implementation health status with SME counterparts in literacy, mathematics, and biliteracy for existing core adoptions
Partner with school and district leaders to understand how local dual language models, language allocations, staffing structures, and instructional priorities influence successful curriculum implementation
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional learning in the ever-evolving field of core curriculum by staying informed about emerging trends, research, and best practices in education
Maintain current knowledge of research and best practices related to bilingual education, biliteracy development, multilingual learners, and effective dual language program design and implementation
Ensure transparent and effective communication by disseminating clear, concise, and timely updates to stakeholders, fostering a shared understanding of project status and milestones
Maintain and leverage data to report on the health of key core implementations
Surface patterns and insights from bilingual and dual language implementations to help inform internal teams, product development, and future field support