Dual Language National Literacy Consultant

Job Description:

• Train administrators, coaches, teachers, and district leaders on Benchmark Education’s English Language Arts, Spanish Language Arts, dual language print, and digital curriculum
• Deliver professional development and in-service trainings on dual language program implementation, language acquisition, cross-linguistic transfer, and culturally and linguistically sustaining instructional practices
• Train and consult districts on English Language Development
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Benchmark Education products, dual language pedagogy, biliteracy instruction, language development, and multilingual learner best practices
• Develop and refine professional learning materials, implementation resources, presentations, pacing guides, and language/resource allocation tools
• Coach and support teachers and instructional teams through classroom modeling, observation, feedback, and demonstration lessons
• Research, develop, and share best practices related to dual language education, multilingual learners, instructional technologies, and teaching practices
• Work remotely while traveling up to 70% of the time in California, including overnight stays
• Establish and maintain relationships with team members and customers
• Complete training documentation, implementation reports, and follow-up communications
• Communicate customer feedback, California market trends, and emerging needs to internal stakeholders
• Identify customer needs and recommend print, digital, assessment, and professional learning solutions
• Adhere to organizational expectations and participate in ongoing training and professional growth

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Bilingual Education, ESL, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in K-12 dual language education
• Certified teaching experience in Spanish Literacy, Reading Research, Intervention, or Second Language Acquisition
• Strong knowledge of biliteracy pedagogy and effective instructional strategies for multilingual learners
• Experience with technology in education and adult learning practices
• Familiarity with CA state standards and CA literacy initiatives
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to present fluently in Spanish to large audiences and key decision-making stakeholders in sales situations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Zoom, TEAMS, and online tools; Google Classroom a plus
• Ability to successfully work cross-functionally and achieve goals
• High customer satisfaction and retention
• Travel required up to 70%, including overnight stays
• Valid driver’s license and REAL ID/Passport
• Ability to stand for long periods while presenting and lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Reside in CA and near a major metropolitan airport

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
• Remote work arrangement
• Professional development and in-service training opportunities