Senior Professional Development Strategist, Literacy

Amplify; Canada; On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior PD Strategist to lead and support professional development initiatives in literacy education. This exciting role involves coaching educators, analyzing feedback, and ensuring effective training delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive classroom experience, a strong understanding of literacy instruction, and the ability to manage large-scale projects. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, this organization offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in education!

Benefits

401(k) Plan

Health Insurance

Mental Health Options

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Development Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of K-8 classroom teaching experience in Literacy.
• Experience designing and delivering professional development sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of coaches, providing ongoing development and support.
• Analyze key data to inform and adjust strategies.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Time Management

Coaching

Technology Integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Zoom

Google Meet

Job description

Model leadership and relationship-building skills with customers and internal senior leadership

Assess impact and effectiveness of training by analyzing feedback from PD participants, PLSs, and internal colleagues.

Lead a team of coaches, providing ongoing development, in the field support, and ongoing opportunities for team member growth and development

In partnership with the account’s biliteracy PD Strategist, coordinate / coach / support Professional Learning Specialist and coaches with session preparation and delivery

Implementation and Delivery

In partnership with the account’s biliteracy PD Strategist, coach and prepare Professional Learning Specialists (PLSs) and coaches for session delivery, including anticipation of individual school / district context, regional complexities and uniqueness

Analyze key data (quantitative and qualitative) to share with external and internal stakeholders; use this data to continuously inform and adjust strategy

Support coaching implementation through consultation and ad hoc professional development (e.g., modeling literacy instruction)

Provide support and feedback on implementation goals through onsite visits (professional development sessions, coaching, analyze data)

Regular, in person presence in LAUSD schools to support coaching and in person presence in district level meetings (~3 days a week)

Ad hoc additional duties, as designated by the Regional Leadership

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience

5+ years of K-8 classroom teaching experience in Literacy

Experience (at scale) designing and delivering professional development sessions and helping educators adopt new practices, particularly via sustained coaching support (3+ years)

Deep knowledge of the Science of Reading and best practices in literacy instruction

Experience developing and managing large-scale projects in an education setting, including creating detailed plans, forecasting and meeting deadlines, and maintaining a budget

Experience analyzing project feedback data and using it to inform implementation next steps

Demonstrated proficiency of technology integration in workshops and in the classroom

Demonstrated proficiency in use of technology-based productivity tools such as Google Docs, Sheets, Slides)

Ability to travel regionally and nationally (per travel policy).

Proven time management skills when managing multiple tasks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an Instructional Leader and / or Curriculum Developer across a district or network of schools

Experience delivering PD at Amplify or using Amplify products as an educator or administrator

Experience with managing teams of people

Knowledge of Amplify products, particularly CKLA

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location : This position requires that the Senior PD Strategist is based in the Los Angeles area and is permitted to work in the US, and possess a valid US driver’s license. If selected, a regional assignment will be issued, but you may be asked to travel throughout the country based on business needs.

Travel : Travel is required and considered an essential function of the job. This role will require regular, in person presence in LAUSD schools to support coaching and in person presence in district level meetings (3+ days a week). This role will also require occasional air travel for team on-sites, etc. Air travel includes overnight stays at hotels and transportation via car, plane, and / or public transportation. All travel-related expenses are initially paid in advance by the employee (eg, lodging, daily meals). Reimbursements for these expenses - including mileage if driving your own car and compensation for time traveling - will be processed 2-3 weeks following submission of the expense reimbursement requests.

Documentation : If selected, a background check will be required.

Equipment : This position requires reliable home internet that can support video calls on Google Meet and Zoom and a quiet, professional place to conduct meetings.

What we offer :

Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a lucrative 401(k) plan, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross annualized salary range for this role is $95,000 - $115,000. This role is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus that rewards individual and company performance.

We celebratediversityand are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from adiversecandidate pool.

Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.

Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.

If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.