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Communications

• Work closely with subject matter experts to deeply understand the instructional needs of multilingual learners.
• Translate complex, technical information into clear, accessible materials for practitioners, partners, and other non-technical audiences.
• Engage with key stakeholders (e.g., school system leaders, EdReports’ educator reviewers, and partner organizations focused on technical assistance) to gather insights and support understanding of EdReports’ evolving MLL-related reviews and other developing products.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to understand multilingual learner needs and research findings related to early literacy, early mathematics (K-5), and pre-kindergarten (pre-K) instructional materials, and translate this learning into clear, audience-appropriate communications.
• Develop and draft high-quality written materials (e.g., briefs, blogs, FAQs, presentations, talking points, web content) that translate research, pilot findings, and EdReports’ review methodologies for practitioners, partners, and the broader field.
• Support the field-facing rollout and communications of strengthened MLL review components, including foundational skills pilots, early math reviews, and pre-K materials, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with EdReports’ voice and values.
• Partner with cross-functional colleagues to understand the needs and experiences of key stakeholders (e.g., school system leaders, educator reviewers, partner organizations) and synthesize insights to inform communications and related materials.
• Support planning and facilitation of partner engagement activities (e.g., listening sessions, briefings, webinars, or convenings) in collaboration with cross-functional colleagues.
• Contribute to organizational communications efforts aligned to EdReports’ strategic plan, including thought leadership, report usability, and field-facing messaging that strengthens EdReports’ influence and trust.
• Partner with the Academic Office to support clear, consistent communications related to publisher engagement, as needed.
• Manage assigned communications workstreams and deliverables, tracking progress, deadlines, and dependencies.
• Ensure all work reflects EdReports’ commitment to quality, transparency, equity, and accessibility.
• Other relevant duties as assigned to support the organization's strategic goals, with the expectation that all EdReports employees remain flexible and adaptable to evolving responsibilities.

Communications & Outreach Specialist