[Hiring] National Literacy Consultant @Benchmark Education Company

Role Description

The National Literacy Consultant- CA plays a critical role in advancing high-quality literacy education through the implementation of Benchmark Education's instructional resources and services. This position serves as a trusted advisor to district and school leaders, providing professional learning, implementation support, coaching, and strategic guidance to ensure successful outcomes for all learners.

This role requires strong presentation skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to build lasting partnerships with educators and district stakeholders. He/she is actively involved and responsible for demonstrating professional credibility by providing the necessary consultation and training for BEC programs and related topics.

Key Responsibilities

• Train administrators, coaches, teachers, and other district leaders on the effective implementation of Benchmark Education Company’s English Language Arts (ELA) print and digital curriculum in dual-language settings.
• Deliver engaging professional development and in-service trainings on all products for new and current users.
• Serve as subject matter expert in Benchmark Education products, literacy pedagogy, and best practices.
• Develop and refine professional learning materials, implementation resources, presentations, pacing guides, and tools for customer training and support under direction of PD leadership.
• Coach and support individual teachers and instructional teams through classroom modeling, observation, feedback, and demonstration lessons in classrooms.
• Research, develop, and share best practices related to literacy instruction, emerging instructional technologies, and effective teaching practices.
• Work remotely while traveling up to 70% of the time in CA, including overnight stays.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with team members and customers.
• Complete training documentation, implementation reports, and follow-up communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Communicate customer feedback, CA market trends, and emerging needs related to dual language education, biliteracy, multilingual learners, and ELD to internal stakeholders.
• Identify customer needs and recommend additional print, digital, assessment, and professional learning solutions that support dual language and bilingual program success.
• Adhere to organizational expectations, procedures, and professional standards while actively participating in ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in K-12 education.
• Teaching experience in one or more of the following: Comprehensive Literacy, Science of Reading Research, Intervention Work, English Language Learner Support.
• Experience with technology in education and adult learning practices.
• Familiarity with CA state standards and CA literacy initiatives.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Zoom, TEAMS, and online tools (Google Classroom a plus).
• Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to present to large audiences and key decision-making stakeholders in sales situations.
• Ability to successfully work cross-functionally and achieve goals.
• High customer satisfaction and retention.
• Valid driver’s license and REAL ID/Passport.
• Ability to stand for long periods while presenting and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Reside in CA and near a major metropolitan airport.

Requirements

• Travel required and can be up to 70%, including overnight stays.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000.
• The base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level.