K-5 Professional Development Consultant (On-Call)

Lakeshore Learning Materials

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About The Position

Lakeshore is seeking a knowledgeable, experienced pre-K–5 Professional Development Consultant who is passionate about elementary education. This per diem, consultant-based position creates and facilitates in-person and/or virtual training sessions for customers. The consultant works with company executives, colleagues, teachers, parents, and district- and state-level administrators. The role requires travel within the United States and residency within 45 miles of a major international airport.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in a pre-K–5 classroom setting, instructional coaching, curriculum leadership, school administration, principalship, or related educational roles.
• Strong background in professional development and/or facilitation, instructional coaching, and/or adult learning.
• In-depth familiarity with pre-K–5 instructional practices and evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Knowledge of current elementary education mandates, standards, initiatives, and instructional frameworks.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and varied school settings.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: literacy instruction, Science of Reading, mathematics, social-emotional learning, student engagement, differentiated instruction, learning environment design, or assessment and data-driven instruction.
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel within the United States to provide professional development training.
• Residency within 45 miles of a major international airport.
• Real-world classroom experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability, with Spanish preferred.
• Master's degree in education or a related field.
• Knowledge of early childhood education, including infant, toddler, and/or pre-K tools.
• Prior teaching or administrative credential and/or academic coaching expertise.

Responsibilities

• Create and facilitate in-person and/or virtual professional development training sessions for customers.
• Support adult learners through professional development, coaching, and/or facilitation.
• Provide professional development training while traveling within the United States.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level