Literacy Specialist - California (Contract)
Heggerty is looking for talented literacy specialists to join our team on a contract basis. Contractors provide virtual professional development for schools, districts, and counties to equip teachers to implement Heggerty curriculum. Our ideal candidate is passionate about literacy and possesses a strong foundation in evidence-based literacy practices.
This position would provide opportunities to collaborate with other members of the professional development team with a focus on supporting teachers to implement the Heggerty curriculum. We are looking for someone passionate about literacy, eager to learn and collaborate with a small team, and excited to make a difference in literacy learning for all.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate professional development sessions for the Heggerty curriculum via webinar and in-person within the state of California
- Act as a knowledgeable resource for participants, answering questions as needed during webinars
- Manage logistics to coordinate PD sessions (i.e., send Zoom link and participants materials, follow-up email, etc.)
REQUIREMENTS
- Curiosity, empathy, and a passion for our mission and values
- Must have experience teaching the Heggerty curriculum
- Experience with Spanish dual-language instruction experience preferred
- Prior classroom teaching experience required
- Must possess a strong foundation in evidence-based literacy practices
TIME COMMITMENT
- Literacy specialists must complete 3-4 weeks of virtual onboarding beginning in April
- Once onboarded, PD is scheduled on an as-needed basis, with at least one week's notice
- Availability from June 1 - August 31 is required, as those are our busiest months
- Must have availability for in-person travel within the state of California during peak season
- Literacy specialists must have the availability to provide 5-15 PD sessions per month through the summer months
EQUIPMENT
- Contractors must supply their equipment, including a computer, microphone, webcam, etc.
- Literacy specialists should have reliable internet as well as a quiet and professional workspace to deliver webinars via Zoom