Early Literacy Content Lead

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Instruction Partners

💵 $85k
📍Remote - Worldwide

Job highlights

Summary

Join Instruction Partners as a Content Lead to support instructional improvement on the ground with our school system partners. You'll work closely with our Director of Instructional Support, executing professional development, leading instructional walkthroughs, and providing content expertise to our partners throughout the country.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience as a K-2 ELA teacher and 2+ years as an K-2 administrator or instructional coach, with a record of success achieving clearly-defined outcomes and improving student learning
  • Commitment to excellent daily instruction for all students
  • 3+ years of experience as an K-2  ELA teacher and 2+ years as a K-2 administrator or instructional coach, with a record of success achieving clearly-defined outcomes and improving student learning
  • Deep knowledge of ELA content and pedagogy in grades K-12 and  specifically  in grades K-2 and foundational literacy
  • Deep understanding of  ELA standards, assessments, and instructional implications
  • Successful experience designing professional learning, tools, and resources with a user-centered design approach
  • Detail oriented, organized, and excellent attention to execution and follow through
  • Very strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience building positive relationships with diverse team members and stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Accompany Directors of Instructional Support on school walkthroughs, use the Foundational Skills Instructional Practices Guide (IPG) to observe and assess early literacy foundational skills instruction, and give feedback on trends to system and school leaders and teachers
  • Conduct reviews and create reports on quality of assessments, curricula, pacing guides, scope and sequence guides, and other materials to inform system strategy for instructional improvement
  • Answer partners’ questions (directly and via Directors of Instructional Support) to support effective, informed decision-making
  • Work with partners’ early literacy teams to support their instructional improvement cycle, including school visits, classroom observations, professional development, and content support
  • Assist with the build-out of curriculum implementation resources for systems
  • Develop  content specific to early literacy/foundational skills, such as model lessons, content exercises, and training session materials and PowerPoint presentations
  • Lead professional learning for teachers and leaders, and train content specialists to deliver professional learning
  • Support development of curriculum-specific transition and implementation plans and resources
  • Prepare materials for and lead the early literacy/foundational skills portions of professional learning opportunities for teachers and leaders
  • Prepare materials for and lead sessions during topical meetings, quarterly network meetings, and other events as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits
  • Private retirement investment options
  • Generous vacation policy
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