Curriculum Associates

Per Diem Educational Consultant

Curriculum Associates

part-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Morgantown • Virginia • West Virginia • United States

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Salary

💰 $65 per hour

About the role

  • Become an expert on the company’s online diagnostic and instruction program and Common Core product, focusing on ELA or Reading
  • Serve teachers in the classroom by coordinating on-site product training and professional learning courses for teachers and school administrators
  • Adjust professional learning workshops within specified parameters to fit the needs of the participants
  • Help to ensure equity in the classroom by delivering professional learning courses to teachers, coaches, and leaders on how to effectively implement Ready and i-Ready to impact classroom learning
  • Meet teachers where they are and provide tailored on-site support to teachers, coaches, and leaders
  • Engage in internal cycle of professional improvement and development (including being observed, receiving feedback, and being coached)
  • Track and submit detailed training notes, as well as complete all assignments in a timely manner
  • Present a professional image at all times to customers and prospects

Requirements

  • Minimally, a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2+ years of experience in teaching ELA or Reading, coaching teachers of ELA or Reading, and providing ELA or Reading professional development
  • Master’s degree in ELA or Reading is preferred
  • Strong working knowledge of the Common Core State Standards for ELA or Reading for Grades K–8 (or comparable state standards)
  • Fluency with using digital tools including online assessments, and a high level of comfort discussing and applying data with teachers and leaders
  • Understand principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development to ensure participants meet learning objectives
  • Excellent facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Exceptional time management skills: ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
  • Proven organizational skills and high attention to detail
  • Excellent computer and internet skills including knowledge of Office programs (Outlook, Word, PPT, etc.); knowledge of online meeting programs (e.g. Zoom/WebEx) a plus
  • Ability to work independently and as part of an educational cohort
Benefits
  • A competitive hourly rate starting at $65/hour for educator-facing professional learning delivery
  • Additional compensation for preparation, co-facilitation, internal meetings, travel, and other required work activities
  • Individuals may retain all travel reward points earned through work-related travel
  • Mileage reimbursement may be available for eligible travel
  • A company-provided laptop is included
  • Temporary and per diem employees who average at least 30 hours of work per week may become eligible for medical coverage under the Affordable Care Act, after an initial waiting period
  • All per-diem employees are eligible for accrued sick time
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
teaching ELAteaching Readingcoaching teachersprofessional developmentCommon Core State Standardsadult learning principlesdata applicationonline assessmentstime managementorganizational skills
Soft Skills
facilitationinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsattention to detailindependenceteam collaborationadaptabilitytailored supportfeedback receptionprofessional image
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree in ELA or Reading