Role Description
We are seeking a highly qualified World Languages Content Manager and Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide leadership, content expertise, and project management support for World Languages initiatives.
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Collaborate with staff, educators, district leaders, and advisory panelists to support the development and implementation of high-quality instructional resources, standards-aligned materials, and professional learning opportunities that advance World Languages education.
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Serve as the primary content expert for assigned World Languages projects and initiatives while ensuring alignment with state standards, instructional priorities, and program goals.
Key Responsibilities
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Materials Evaluation and Review
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Develop, revise, and maintain World Languages instructional materials evaluation rubrics.
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Ensure evaluation tools align with state standards, instructional expectations, and established guidelines.
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Support the review and analysis of instructional materials and related resources.
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Provide recommendations regarding the quality, alignment, and usability of materials for educators and stakeholders.
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Advisory Panel Development and Management
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Design and manage the application process for World Languages advisory panelists.
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Develop application materials, selection criteria, and review protocols.
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Review and analyze applications and provide recommendations for panel membership.
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Coordinate with staff to ensure diverse and representative panel participation.
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Advisory Panel Training
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Develop training materials and supporting resources for advisory panel members.
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Facilitate training sessions to prepare panelists for participation in standards, materials review, and other initiatives.
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Provide ongoing guidance and content expertise throughout advisory panel activities.
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Support meeting planning, facilitation, and documentation as needed.
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Standards and Instructional Resource Support
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Provide expertise related to World Languages standards and instructional shifts.
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Develop and revise instructional focus documents and supporting guidance materials.
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Assist with interpretation and implementation support related to World Languages standards.
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Collaborate with staff to ensure consistency and alignment across resources and communications.
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Professional Learning and Presentations
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Design and deliver presentations for educational leaders, district staff, and classroom educators.
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Develop professional learning materials that support implementation of instructional shifts and best practices in World Languages education.
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Facilitate virtual and in-person training sessions, workshops, and stakeholder meetings.
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Respond to stakeholder questions and provide technical assistance related to World Languages initiatives.
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Project Management and Collaboration
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Manage assigned projects, timelines, deliverables, and communications.
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Collaborate with staff and external partners to ensure successful completion of project goals.
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Prepare reports, summaries, presentations, and other project-related documentation.
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Maintain organized records and materials related to assigned initiatives.
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Additional Duties
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Perform other duties as assigned in support of World Languages programs, instructional initiatives, and strategic priorities.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in World Languages, Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Linguistics, or a related field.
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Demonstrated expertise in World Languages instruction, curriculum, assessment, and standards implementation.
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Experience developing instructional resources, professional learning materials, or educational guidance documents.
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Experience facilitating meetings, trainings, or presentations for educators and educational leaders.
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Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
Requirements
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Advanced degree in Education, World Languages, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field.
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Experience supporting state-level, district-level, or large-scale educational initiatives.
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Experience developing instructional materials evaluation tools or rubric-based review processes.
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Knowledge of current research and best practices in World Languages teaching and learning.
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Experience engaging with advisory groups, committees, or educator workgroups.
Deliverables
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Materials evaluation rubrics and related guidance documents.
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Advisory panelist application materials and selection recommendations.
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Advisory panel training materials and facilitated training sessions.
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Instructional focus documents and standards implementation resources.
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Presentation decks, professional learning resources, and training materials.
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Project summaries, reports, and stakeholder communications.
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Additional deliverables as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Deep knowledge of World Languages standards, instructional practices, and curriculum design.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to facilitate collaborative discussions and professional learning.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
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Proficiency with common productivity and presentation tools.
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Commitment to supporting high-quality, standards-aligned instruction for all learners.
Benefits
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401(k)
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World Languages Content Manager SME
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Remote work
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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM CST
This is a remote position.