Associate Pilot Support Specialist, Literacy (Part Time, Contractor)

<p></p><p><b>About Amplify</b></p><p></p><p>Amplify helps teachers bring delight and rigor to students every day. We have become a leader in K–12 literacy, biliteracy, math, and science by building inspiring teaching and learning experiences based on research. The Amplify Classroom platform combines curriculum, assessment, and supplemental learning into one coherent high-quality instructional system. A pioneer in education since 2000, Amplify has developed deep relationships in states and districts by partnering with educators to drive implementation quality and improved outcomes. Today, Amplify serves more than 18 million students and teachers across all 50 states and on six continents. For more information, visit <a href="" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0000ff"><u>Amplify.com</u></span></a>.</p><p></p><p></p><p><span>The role of the Literacy Pilot Support Associate is crucial in the sales organization, as it involves providing support to leaders and teachers during the sales and pilot implementation process. The individual in this position will assist the product specialist and sales team in two primary areas. Firstly, they will support the sales team as a literacy product expert, providing strategic sales and pilot support and developing partnerships to secure future adoptions. Secondly, they will support product specialists in developing customized literacy pilot implementation materials, responding to pilot teacher questions, and fulfilling requests for individualized support. The Associate Pilot Support Specialist is vital in ensuring a successful literacy sales and pilot implementation process.</span></p><p></p><p><b><i>This role is a part-time/contract position.</i></b></p><p></p><p><u><b>Essential Responsibilities<b>:</b></b></u></p><ul><li><p><span> Work in partnership with the Literacy Pilot Team to support and further develop sales opportunities </span></p></li><li><p><span> Present and lead literacy pilot implementation training for leadership, coaches, interventionists, and <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">teachers   </span></span></p></li><li><p><span>Fulfill ongoing consultation and coaching check-ins aligned to product pilots</span></p></li><li><p><span>Assist with literacy product overviews, pilot trainings and ongoing pilot support to K-12 administrators and teachers </span></p></li><li><p><span>Assist in the development of sales support materials to reflect the best positioning and messaging of Amplify programs </span></p></li><li><p><span>Maintain knowledge and expertise in K-12 educational trends </span></p></li><li><p><span>Participate in Amplify pilot training and build knowledge as an Amplify-branded trainer and presenter </span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to collaborate, work on a team, take direction, and implement the pilot team plans </span></p></li><li><p><span>Engage is conversational intelligence –asking good questions and listening actively while <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">speaking.     </span></span></p></li></ul><p><b><span> </span></b></p><p><b><u>Required Qualifications:</u></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience</span></p></li><li><p><span>3+ years’ experience in K-12 education</span></p></li><li><p><span>K-8 classroom teaching experience with an emphasis on Literacy</span></p></li><li><p><span>Expertise in the Science of Reading</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to travel at least 60%</span></p></li><li><p><span>Public speaking – to an audience of 6 or more people. </span></p></li><li><p><span>Verbal and written proficiency in English </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Preferred Qualifications:</u></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Advanced degree and teaching credential (past or current)</span></p></li><li><p><span>Social Media Presence and awareness – attracting followers and promoting events</span></p></li><li><p><span>Previous experience servicing the education market</span></p></li><li><p><span>Experience creating and delivering a short multimedia presentation</span></p></li><li><p><span>Expertise with remote meeting platforms</span></p></li><li><p><span>Bilingual in Spanish/English</span></p></li><li><p><span>Understanding of the educational marketplace, and industry trends</span></p></li><li><p><span>Understanding of Amplify’s products</span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><u><b>Compensation:</b></u><br><span>The hourly rate for this role is $60.00. Hourly travel rate is $25.00</span></p><p></p><p><i>Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.</i></p><p></p><p><i>Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans.  If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email <a href="mailto:hiringaccommodations@amplify.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">hiringaccommodations@amplify.com</span></a>.</i></p><p></p><p><i>.  </i></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>If you are selected for employment, a background check will be required.  As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination, or submit to enhanced background screening, such as fingerprinting.</i></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><i>Amplify is an E-Verify participant.</i></p>

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