Literacy & Professional Learning Specialist - Transforming Education through High-Quality Open Educational Resources

Join Open Up Resources in Revolutionizing Educational Experiences

At Open Up Resources, we're on a mission to provide teachers with the tools to engage students in liberating educational experiences. As a publisher of high-quality open educational resources in core content areas, we're committed to transforming instructional materials through our dedication to classroom equity. We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Literacy & Professional Learning Specialist to join our team in a full-time remote capacity.

About Us

Open Up Resources is a pioneering organization that aims to make a meaningful impact in the education sector. Our portfolio includes top-notch, standards-aligned PK-12 curricula that have been validated by respected third-party entities and have demonstrated evidence of efficacy. We're passionate about creating inclusive and culturally considerate educational resources that cater to the diverse needs of students, teachers, and families. Our commitment to equity infuses every aspect of our programs, partnerships, and practices.

The Role

As a Literacy & Professional Learning Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our curriculum materials and resources meet the highest standards of quality and are aligned with the needs of our stakeholders. You will report to the Senior Director of ELA and be responsible for assisting in the execution of the Academic Team's strategy. Your expertise will be instrumental in promoting and implementing our ELA curricula within school districts.

Key Responsibilities

Literacy & Curriculum

• Assist in evaluating ELA instructional materials to support the completion of rubrics, district requirements, and RFP proposals.
• Contribute to the identification and creation of ELA instructional materials and resources to support curriculum implementation and professional learning.
• Assist with revising and editing to ensure all ELA instructional materials are accurate, error-free, and meet OUR's high-quality standards.
• Support the Director of ELA in the development and refinement of ELA instructional materials.
• Effectively manage multiple projects by creating timelines, organizing materials and resources, and prioritizing tasks to meet established deadlines.
• Engage in cross-team collaboration to support strategic initiatives related to the ELA portfolio.

Professional Learning

• Lead the development and delivery of professional learning for educators focused on literacy instruction and OUR curricula, both virtually and in-person.
• Collaborate with internal and external experts to provide ongoing training opportunities.
• Support partner school leaders during on-site visits by leading learning walks, data-stepbacks, and customized professional learning experiences.
• Contribute to the development of asynchronous professional learning curricula.
• Develop conference proposals and present sessions aligned with the current OUR portfolio, seminal reading research and theoretical models, and the literacy education landscape.

Core Competencies

At Open Up Resources, we value the following core competencies:

• Ethics and Integrity: Behave in a fair and ethical manner toward peers, partners, and customers; instill mutual trust and confidence; act with honesty and integrity.
• Continuous Learning: Hone and improve the level of knowledge and skills through education and training.
• Business Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrate a solid literacy in areas related to OUR's business and curricula products; able to design and develop organizational strategies to align performance with business needs or desired results.
• Planning/Organizing/Goal Setting: Demonstrate the ability to organize people and tasks; develop realistic action plans while being sensitive to time constraints and resource availability; define realistic, specific goals and objectives; prioritize objectives.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Work with colleagues to build morale and team commitment to goals and objectives.
• Diversity: Understand that each individual is unique and celebrates individual differences.
• Solution Oriented: Able to take action in solving problems, using reason and a systematic approach.
• Managing Change: Create an environment that embraces change, both internally and externally, and help others to accept new ideas.

Organizational Values

Our organizational values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Belonging: We embrace diverse perspectives and value inclusivity, respecting every voice.
• Collaboration: We find joy and drive innovation through collaborative efforts with others.
• Commitment: We boldly hold ourselves and others accountable, guided by our mission and values.
• Continuous Learning: We prioritize personal and professional growth through continuous learning.

Job Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• A minimum of 5 years of classroom experience teaching secondary students English Language Arts.
• Experience in supporting secondary multilingual learners.
• Experience in facilitating professional learning for secondary English Language Arts.
• Deep knowledge of the educational landscape in secondary English Language Arts.
• Expertise in the teaching and learning of Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating instructional materials using a variety of review tools and rubrics.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
• Proven organizational skills, high attention to detail, strong work ethic, and superior time management.
• Dedication to excellence and proven track record of accountability.
• Experience facilitating meetings and presenting to project teams.
• Strong technology skills, including working knowledge of email, Google platform, MS Office 365, and Adobe.
• Superior project management skills with a track record of proven results.
• Extraordinary written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A growth mindset with a positive attitude focused on collaboration and problem-solving.

What We Offer

At Open Up Resources, we're committed to creating a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and conducive to growth. As a full-time remote employee, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and generous benefits packages, including healthcare, vision, dental, 401k matching, and unlimited paid-time-off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and innovative organization.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes equity.
• The flexibility to work remotely and be part of a distributed team.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about transforming education and making a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you! As a Literacy & Professional Learning Specialist, you'll play a critical role in shaping the educational experiences of students and teachers across the country. Apply now to join our team and be part of a movement that's changing the face of education.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from candidates who have lived experience related to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you're ready to make a difference and be part of a dynamic team, apply today!