[Hiring] Professional Services Consultant @Really Great Reading

Role Description

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on literacy? At Really Great Reading, we are building a bright, diverse, and passionate team dedicated to leading the industry in improving literacy scores nationwide. With nearly two decades of leadership bringing the Science of Reading to thousands of schools, we design innovative products, training, and materials that transform how educators teach and how students learn. Here, we empower our team with the tools, support, and professional growth opportunities they need to thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment—where your work truly makes a difference.

Behind every successful literacy implementation are educators who understand not only how to use a program, but how to bring it to life in their classrooms. At Really Great Reading, professional learning is an essential part of helping schools and districts translate evidence-based literacy instruction into meaningful classroom practice.

The Professional Services Consultant helps make that connection possible by delivering engaging, practical training that builds educator confidence, strengthens instructional practices, and supports successful implementation across our district partnerships.

Success in this role means:

• Educators leave professional learning experiences prepared to apply what they've learned.
• Training aligns with district implementation goals.
• Ongoing feedback and support contribute to stronger instructional practices and long-term partnership success.

The Professional Services Consultant is an instructional expert and professional learning facilitator responsible for delivering high-quality training and supporting the successful implementation of RGR programs across partner schools and districts.

You'll work closely with Regional Engagement Managers and district stakeholders to:

• Coordinate professional learning.
• Tailor training to different audiences.
• Provide follow-up support that helps educators translate learning into classroom practice.

Based in the DMV area, you'll support district partnerships through frequent in-person engagements, with regional travel of up to 75%. You'll also use training feedback and participation data to improve delivery and inform broader implementation efforts.

The ideal candidate can move comfortably between instructional expertise and adult learning:

• Equally confident facilitating professional development for a room of educators.
• Adapting instruction to meet different learning needs.
• Helping district partners connect training to practical classroom outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must reside in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia (DMV) area, within 30 minutes of Prince George's County, Maryland.
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in professional development, training, instructional coaching, or EdU services.
• Strong knowledge of literacy instruction, structured literacy, and the Science of Reading.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating professional learning for educators and district leaders, both virtually and in person.
• Experience supporting instructional program or educational technology implementation in school or district settings.
• Understanding of adult learning principles and ability to adapt training for different audiences.
• Ability to translate instructional concepts into practical classroom strategies.
• Experience using feedback, surveys, or participation data to evaluate and improve training effectiveness.
• Strong presentation, communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple training engagements and collaborate across teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 75% to support in-person training and district partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with K–12 school districts and educators.
• Background in instructional coaching, professional learning, or literacy intervention.
• Experience with CRM systems, training platforms, or reporting tools.
• Experience supporting large-scale or multi-school instructional implementations.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) with company matching.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off to support rest, renewal, and life outside of work.
• Employee Discount Program and partner savings.
• Ongoing professional development and learning investment.
• Wellness initiatives designed to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Evolving benefits shaped by team member voice and values.

Physical Requirements

This is a fully remote role. Team members work primarily at a computer and regularly engage in video conferencing, document review, and digital collaboration. The ability to work at a screen for extended periods, use standard input devices, and participate in virtual meetings is required.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Really Great Reading is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, high-performing workplace that reflects the diverse students, educators, and communities we serve. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen innovation, improve learning outcomes, and advance educational equity nationwide.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.