Per- Diem Educational Consultant, Professional Learning - Chicago

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- Diem Educational Consultant, Professional Learning
- Chicago Apply remote type:
Hybrid
- Onsite District Work Required locations:
US IL Chicago time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR05283

At Curriculum Associates, we believe in the potential of every child and are changing the face of education technology with award-winning learning programs like i-Ready that serve a third of the nation’s K–8 students. For more than 50 years, our commitment to making classrooms better places, serving educators, and supporting accessible learning experiences for all students has driven the continuous improvement of our innovative programs.

Our team of more than 2,500 employees is composed of lifelong learners who stand behind this mission, working tirelessly to serve the educational community with world-class programs and support every day.

Educational Consultant
- Biliterate (ELA or Reading) – Per Diem – Chicago, IL    This is not a remote - only position. Onsite district work is required. Candidates must either live in Chicago, IL or be willing to relocate. We are seeking candidates who are biliterate for this role.
Are you a retired educator or educator transitioning out of the classroom? This is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-driven company focused on creating equitable classrooms for students, and still be part of a school community! Curriculum Associates is seeking a temporary, part-time Professional Learning Educational Consultant (ELA or Reading) with a background in teaching ELA or Reading, coaching teachers, delivering professional development and support, analyzing data, and working with school leaders.

Working closely with the Director of Professional Learning, sales team, and other Curriculum Associates professionals, the Educational Consultant (ELA or Reading) will be responsible for facilitating high-quality professional development, training, support, data analysis, and communicating consultatively with school teachers and leaders.
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* Hours:

** Per Diem consultants are scheduled on an as-needed basis, paid hourly. Schedule is highly dependent on customer demand – professional development is usually scheduled with partners during normal school hours. Our peak times of the year include August through October and then again January and February, although we deliver professional development throughout the school year.

Given the as-needed and heavily seasonal nature of this role,
** we do not recommend that you maintain a full-time role that operates during school hours**, simultaneous with the Per Diem Educational Consultant role at Curriculum Associates.
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* Location:

** This position is based in Chicago, IL.  Candidates must either currently live in or be open to relocating to Chicago. Must have own transportation as this role requires considerable travel beyond the posted location. Additionally, a valid driver's license is required for this role.
** Travel:
** Travel up to 80% is required and considered an essential function of the job for all educator-facing positions. Travel includes overnight stays at hotels and transportation via car, plane, and/or public transportation. Out-of-state travel may be required based on business demand.
** Compensation:
** We offer a competitive salary, ranging from $30/hour-$65/hour, depending on the type of work you will be assigned to complete. We provide compensation for PL delivery, internal training, travel time, and travel expenses. to keep all travel points for flights and hotels booked for work-related travel.
** Benefits:
** Temporary and per diem employees who average, and maintain, at least 30 hours of work per week may become eligible for medical coverage, under the Affordable Care Act, after an initial waiting period. All per-diem employees are eligible for accrued sick time.
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* Start Date:

** ASAP
* * The impact you'll have:
*** Become an expert on the company’s online diagnostic and instruction program and Common Core product, focusing on ELA or Reading
* Serve teachers in the classroom by coordinating on-site product training and professional learning courses for teachers and school administrators. Adjust professional learning…