Professional Learning Specialist - ELA - Illinois (Statewide)
About The Position
Curriculum Associates is hiring a Professional Learning Specialist focused on ELA and Reading for grades K–8 in Illinois. The role supports districts as they select and implement Curriculum Associates products, including Ready and i-Ready, through targeted professional development, classroom coaching, data analysis, project management, and communication with district and site leaders. The specialist partners with teachers, coaches, leaders, students, and the Sales team, tailoring support to local needs and helping educators apply assessment data to instruction. The position is based in Illinois and is not remote. It requires travel up to 80%, including possible overnight stays and transportation by car, plane, or public transit. Out-of-state travel may be required based on business demand. Candidates must live in, be near, or be willing to relocate to Illinois and have a valid driver's license.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 2 years of experience teaching ELA or Reading, coaching ELA or Reading teachers, or providing ELA or Reading professional development.
- Fluency using 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 learning.
- Ability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure the integrity of program implementations.
- Ability to provide high-quality classroom coaching.
- Willingness to travel within the designated territory and to company meetings several times throughout the year.
- Strong working knowledge of Illinois ELA or Reading standards for grades K–8, or comparable state standards, including content and practice standards.
- Must live in, be near, or be willing to relocate to Illinois.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in ELA or Reading.
Responsibilities
- Become an expert on the company’s online Diagnostic and Instruction program and core and supplemental products, with an emphasis on ELA or Reading.
- Support districts in selecting and implementing products and support district-wide adoptions of Curriculum Associates products.
- Deliver professional learning to teachers, coaches, and leaders on effectively implementing Ready and i-Ready to impact classroom learning.
- Provide tailored on-site support, including lesson planning and pacing support, data analysis for instruction, and assistance identifying implementation successes and challenges.
- Provide high-quality classroom coaching to help teachers deliver Curriculum Associates solutions effectively.
- Collaborate with district and site leaders to develop and revise annual professional learning plans and schedules.
- Manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure the integrity of program implementations.
- Communicate and collaborate with district and site leaders, educators, students, and the Sales team.
- Attend relevant educational conferences and participate in team-provided development when scheduling permits.
- Represent Curriculum Associates as a thought leader and exemplify its mission-driven approach.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Flexible vacation and sick policy
- Twelve paid holidays
- Winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's
- Additional perks and benefits
- Employees may keep travel points earned on work-related flights and hotel bookings
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
