PowerMyLearning
Professional Learning Consultant (Per Diem/Contract Position)
PowerMyLearning, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Position:
Professional Learning Consultant (Per Diem/Contract Position)
Location:
Greater Los Angeles (on-site)
ABOUT PowerMyLearning
PowerMyLearning is a nonprofit that advances educational equity and accelerates student success. Our programs promote culturally relevant teaching practices, foster social-emotional learning, and accelerate learning. We offer school- and district-level packages that include professional development for teachers and capacity-building workshops for families. We also offer an award-winning education technology innovation, Family Playlists®. What sets us apart from other organizations is our focus on activating the power of collaboration between students, teachers, and families. Now more than ever, our collective efforts to accelerate learning must address the needs of the whole child and include families so we can reverse the systematic denial of educational opportunity based on race, class, language, and learning differences.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The
Professional Learning Consultant
will play a crucial role in implementing the professional development component of PowerMyLearning's services to schools and districts within the Greater Los Angeles region. This role reports to the regional Managing Director, LA Programs or the Program Implementation Manager. The primary place of work for this role will be on-site within PowerMyLearning's partner schools across the Greater Los Angeles Area.
The
Professional Learning Consultant
will manage partnerships and deliver
on-site
professional learning and coaching to afterschool enrichment program staff. This work will include facilitation of professional learning experiences, including one-on-one and small group coaching on best practices for the enrichment space, including increasing student engagement, fostering a positive and safe environment, and supporting staff management. This is a unique opportunity to positively impact students' experiences outside of the formal classroom setting. The Professional Learning Consultant will support additional professional learning team efforts as outlined below. This work occurs throughout the calendar year, including during the summer. Contracts are assigned to consultants, contingent on availability and matching skills with school needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead program implementation for a caseload of partnerships, including both in-person and remote support as determined in collaboration with the schools and districts
Manage relationships with school and district-based project managers and school leaders, including providing regular progress updates as determined for each partnershipCollaborate with administrators and program staff at partner schools to develop goals to increase student engagement and achievement related to the programming sold to their schoolsDeliver high-quality professional development services grounded in the PowerMyLearning Framework for Teachers relevant to the afterschool space (including coaching and workshops) to schools and districts in their regionProvide on-site guided support to afterschool program staff (demonstration teaching, observation, feedback discussions, people management, etc.) as they explore different ways they can strengthen learning relationships with students, staff, and families to support student successWork with program staff to set professional goals and collect data and evidence of progress towards those goalsEnsure proper tracking and documentation of all partnerships, including of lessons learned to inform program improvement and evidence of progress toward student achievement and improved teacher instruction
Communicate experiences and feedback from the field to inform program and partnership developmentUnderstand and communicate PowerMyLearning's mission and approach to staff, constituents, and other stakeholdersCANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Passion for PowerMyLearning's mission.Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field3+ years of K-12 teaching experienceExperience coaching/mentoring educatorsExperience supporting a school enrichment program (before or afterschool)Experience managing peopleExperience working with youth and low-income communitiesExperience with leveraging technology to support instructionExperience with Culturally Responsive Teaching principles and practicesExperience with Social Emotional Learning principles and practicesDemonstrated experience leading presentations and/or training sessionsProven organizational and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and manage a complex scheduleCapacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated flexibility when priorities changePreferred
Experience managing school partnershipsExperience working with an English Language Learner populationExperience writing or developing lesson plans and curriculumExperience overseeing or leading professional developmentMaster's degree or above in relevant education field
COMPENSATION
This position offers a competitive per-diem rate of $56.25 based on coaching or school leadership experience.
OUR VALUES AND HIRING PHILOSOPHY
PowerMyLearning strives to embody our : Strengthen Relationships, Embrace Learning, Advance Equity, and Embody Humility.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization in which we give voice to, and meet the needs of, the teachers, families, and students we serve. PowerMyLearning encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially people of color and members of other historically marginalized groups.
PowerMyLearning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law.
We encourage applications from people with unusual career paths and diverse experiences. Even if you haven't had a similar role before, we welcome you to apply!
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates will need to submit a resume and cover letter. To get started, fill out our quick application on the right.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Professional Learning Consultant (Per Diem/Contract Position)
Location:
Greater Los Angeles (on-site)
ABOUT PowerMyLearning
PowerMyLearning is a nonprofit that advances educational equity and accelerates student success. Our programs promote culturally relevant teaching practices, foster social-emotional learning, and accelerate learning. We offer school- and district-level packages that include professional development for teachers and capacity-building workshops for families. We also offer an award-winning education technology innovation, Family Playlists®. What sets us apart from other organizations is our focus on activating the power of collaboration between students, teachers, and families. Now more than ever, our collective efforts to accelerate learning must address the needs of the whole child and include families so we can reverse the systematic denial of educational opportunity based on race, class, language, and learning differences.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The
Professional Learning Consultant
will play a crucial role in implementing the professional development component of PowerMyLearning's services to schools and districts within the Greater Los Angeles region. This role reports to the regional Managing Director, LA Programs or the Program Implementation Manager. The primary place of work for this role will be on-site within PowerMyLearning's partner schools across the Greater Los Angeles Area.
The
Professional Learning Consultant
will manage partnerships and deliver
on-site
professional learning and coaching to afterschool enrichment program staff. This work will include facilitation of professional learning experiences, including one-on-one and small group coaching on best practices for the enrichment space, including increasing student engagement, fostering a positive and safe environment, and supporting staff management. This is a unique opportunity to positively impact students' experiences outside of the formal classroom setting. The Professional Learning Consultant will support additional professional learning team efforts as outlined below. This work occurs throughout the calendar year, including during the summer. Contracts are assigned to consultants, contingent on availability and matching skills with school needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead program implementation for a caseload of partnerships, including both in-person and remote support as determined in collaboration with the schools and districts
Manage relationships with school and district-based project managers and school leaders, including providing regular progress updates as determined for each partnershipCollaborate with administrators and program staff at partner schools to develop goals to increase student engagement and achievement related to the programming sold to their schoolsDeliver high-quality professional development services grounded in the PowerMyLearning Framework for Teachers relevant to the afterschool space (including coaching and workshops) to schools and districts in their regionProvide on-site guided support to afterschool program staff (demonstration teaching, observation, feedback discussions, people management, etc.) as they explore different ways they can strengthen learning relationships with students, staff, and families to support student successWork with program staff to set professional goals and collect data and evidence of progress towards those goalsEnsure proper tracking and documentation of all partnerships, including of lessons learned to inform program improvement and evidence of progress toward student achievement and improved teacher instruction
Communicate experiences and feedback from the field to inform program and partnership developmentUnderstand and communicate PowerMyLearning's mission and approach to staff, constituents, and other stakeholdersCANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Passion for PowerMyLearning's mission.Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field3+ years of K-12 teaching experienceExperience coaching/mentoring educatorsExperience supporting a school enrichment program (before or afterschool)Experience managing peopleExperience working with youth and low-income communitiesExperience with leveraging technology to support instructionExperience with Culturally Responsive Teaching principles and practicesExperience with Social Emotional Learning principles and practicesDemonstrated experience leading presentations and/or training sessionsProven organizational and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and manage a complex scheduleCapacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated flexibility when priorities changePreferred
Experience managing school partnershipsExperience working with an English Language Learner populationExperience writing or developing lesson plans and curriculumExperience overseeing or leading professional developmentMaster's degree or above in relevant education field
COMPENSATION
This position offers a competitive per-diem rate of $56.25 based on coaching or school leadership experience.
OUR VALUES AND HIRING PHILOSOPHY
PowerMyLearning strives to embody our : Strengthen Relationships, Embrace Learning, Advance Equity, and Embody Humility.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization in which we give voice to, and meet the needs of, the teachers, families, and students we serve. PowerMyLearning encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially people of color and members of other historically marginalized groups.
PowerMyLearning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis prohibited by applicable law.
We encourage applications from people with unusual career paths and diverse experiences. Even if you haven't had a similar role before, we welcome you to apply!
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates will need to submit a resume and cover letter. To get started, fill out our quick application on the right.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.