Amplify
A pioneer in K–12 education, Amplify partners with educators to make learning rigorous and riveting for every student.
Lead Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy
Location
United States
Posted
4 days ago
Salary
$90K - $105K / year
Bachelor Degree2 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Ensure educators successfully implement Amplify programs by operating as expert coach-practitioners
• Facilitate high-quality professional development in a Literacy or STEM program for teachers and school leaders
• Train, develop, and coach a cohort of approximately 20-40 PLS
• Deliver remote and onsite professional development for approximately 30-40 educators throughout the year
• Engage in internal professional development for continuous improvement
• Coach and develop a cohort of contractor PLS through best practices
• Create and implement targeted learning plans based on feedback and observations
• Support the Professional Development team in special projects
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 2+ years of experience in teaching in Pre-K to Grade 12
- At least 2+ years of experience coaching educators in Pre-K to Grade 12
- Proven knowledge of adult learning principles
- Strong knowledge around best practices for implementing high-quality instruction in math, science or literacy
- Demonstrated ability to facilitate onsite and remote professional development for teachers and/or leaders
- Excellent skill and comfort with technology-based productivity tools
- Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- High comfort with navigating ambiguity and responding confidently to challenges
- Proven time management skills when managing multiple tasks
- An orientation and desire to learn and continuously improve
Benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Competitive health insurance and mental health options
- Basic life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Access to best-in-class development programs
