National Literacy Consultant, CA

Benchmark Education Company•Remote - California, CA

1d•$90,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

The National Literacy Consultant- CA advances high-quality literacy education through the implementation of Benchmark Education Company’s instructional resources and services. The consultant serves as a trusted advisor to district and school leaders by providing professional learning, implementation support, coaching, and strategic guidance to support successful outcomes for all learners. The role requires strong presentation skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to build lasting partnerships with educators and district stakeholders. The consultant demonstrates professional credibility through consultation and training on BEC programs and related topics. The consultant is a Benchmark product and professional development specialist who provides onsite and remote implementation services as determined by the PD Region Consultant Manager. The role involves training administrators, coaches, teachers, and other district staff using provided training materials, with a focus on implementing Benchmark Education’s English Language Arts print and digital curriculum in dual-language settings. The consultant works remotely and travels up to 70% of the time within California, including overnight stays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education.
At least 5 years of experience in K–12 education.
Teaching experience in at least one of the following areas: Comprehensive Literacy, Science of Reading research, intervention work, or English Language Learner support.
Experience with educational technology and adult learning practices.
Familiarity with California state standards and California literacy initiatives.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, and online tools; Google Classroom is a plus.
Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to present to large audiences and key decision-making stakeholders in sales situations.
Ability to work cross-functionally and achieve goals.
Ability to support high customer satisfaction and retention.
Ability to travel up to 70%, including overnight stays.
Valid driver’s license and REAL ID or passport.
Ability to stand for long periods while presenting and regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
Reside in California and near a major metropolitan airport.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Google Classroom.

Responsibilities

Train administrators, coaches, teachers, and other district leaders on effective implementation of Benchmark Education Company’s English Language Arts print and digital curriculum in dual-language settings.
Deliver engaging professional development and in-service training on products for new and current users.
Serve as a subject matter expert in Benchmark Education products, literacy pedagogy, and best practices.
Develop and refine professional learning materials, implementation resources, presentations, pacing guides, and customer training and support tools under the direction of PD leadership.
Coach and support individual teachers and instructional teams through classroom modeling, observation, feedback, and demonstration lessons.
Research, develop, and share best practices related to literacy instruction, emerging instructional technologies, and effective teaching practices.
Work remotely while traveling up to 70% of the time in California, including overnight stays.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with team members and customers.
Complete training documentation, implementation reports, and follow-up communications in a timely and professional manner.
Communicate customer feedback, California market trends, and emerging needs related to dual-language education, biliteracy, multilingual learners, and ELD to internal stakeholders.
Identify customer needs and recommend additional print, digital, assessment, and professional learning solutions that support dual-language and bilingual program success.
Adhere to organizational expectations, procedures, and professional standards while participating in ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.