Professional Learning Specialist (ELA) - Anchorage, Alaska

Curriculum Associates•US AK Remote, AK

1d•$60,750 - $99,750•Onsite

About The Position

Curriculum Associates is seeking a Professional Learning Specialist focused on English Language Arts (ELA) to support districts in the Anchorage, Alaska area. The position serves as an educator-facing partner to schools implementing the Ready program and the i-Ready online diagnostic and instruction program. The specialist delivers professional development, provides ongoing classroom support, analyzes data with educators, manages projects, and communicates with district and site leaders. The role involves extensive travel when schools are in session and is not remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 2 years of experience teaching ELA, coaching ELA teachers, and providing ELA professional development.
Strong working knowledge of Common Core State Standards for ELA in 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 to professional development.
Ability to provide high-quality classroom coaching so teachers can deliver Curriculum Associates solutions effectively.
Willingness to travel; a valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching ELA at the secondary (Grades 6–12) level.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in ELA or ELA education.
Understanding of the Math Standards for Grades K–8.

Responsibilities

Support district-wide adoptions of the Ready program and the i-Ready online diagnostic and instruction program.
Deliver professional development to teachers, coaches, and leaders on effective implementation of Ready and i-Ready.
Provide on-site targeted support, including lesson-planning and pacing assistance, data analysis for instructional use, and support identifying implementation successes and challenges.
Work with district and site leaders to develop and revise annual professional development plans and schedules.
Represent Curriculum Associates and exemplify its mission-driven approach and commitment to better classrooms.
Manage, monitor, and evaluate program implementations and help ensure their integrity.