Professional Learning Specialist (ELA) - New Jersey
About The Position
Curriculum Associates is seeking a Professional Learning Specialist (ELA) to support school districts in New Jersey and nearby areas. The role focuses on helping schools implement the Ready program and i-Ready online diagnostic and instruction program, and on improving ELA instruction for students in grades K–8. The specialist provides professional development, ongoing classroom support, data analysis, project management, and communication with district and site leaders. The position is not remote and requires extensive travel when schools are in session, including travel of up to 80% with overnight stays and transportation by car, plane, and/or public transit.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 2 years of experience teaching ELA, coaching ELA teachers, and providing ELA professional development.
- Strong working knowledge of the Common Core State Standards for ELA, 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 in professional development.
- Ability to manage, monitor, and evaluate program implementations and ensure their integrity.
- Ability to provide high-quality classroom coaching.
- Willingness to travel; travel up to 80% is required and may include overnight stays and transportation by car, plane, and/or public transportation.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work in a non-remote position based in New Jersey and support nearby districts.
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 to improve classroom learning.
- Provide on-site targeted support to teachers, coaches, and leaders, including lesson-planning and pacing support, data analysis for instructional use, and identifying implementation successes and challenges with leaders.
- Work with district and site leaders to develop and revise annual professional development plans and schedules.
- Serve as an ambassador for Curriculum Associates and exemplify its mission-driven approach and commitment to better classrooms.
- Manage, monitor, and evaluate program implementations and help ensure their integrity.
- Provide classroom coaching to help teachers develop the skills to deliver Curriculum Associates solutions effectively.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Employer-contributed 401(k).
- Company cell phone.
- Ability to keep travel points earned through work-related flights and hotel bookings.
- Mileage reimbursement may be available for applicable travel.
- Opportunity to attend educational conferences related to the role.
- Supportive collaborative environment with feedback loops, a virtual community, and shared best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
