Literacy Consultant - East Region ( NY, NJ, CT)

Job Description: THE OPPORTUNITY Scholastic Education Solutions Division is seeking to hire an energetic part-time Literacy Specialist (Per Diem Rate: $375) with deep knowledge of systematic and explicit instruction in foundational reading skills, and experience implementing structured literacy instruction. The primary role of the Literacy Specialist is to deliver literacy-based professional learning and reflective coaching to support district partners across the region. This role involves both virtual and in-person facilitation, product training, and coaching to ensure comprehensive support and engagement with our partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate professional learning using adult learning methodologies to support structured literacy practices and product implementation.
• Deliver professional learning, coach classroom teachers and instructional coaches on structured literacy practices and foundational reading skills.
• Support classroom teachers and school leaders in building content knowledge and understanding their role in the implementation process.
• Provide feedback as part of the coaching cycle to pinpoint progress areas and development opportunities.
• Maintain highest degree of expertise in literacy instruction and Scholastic product knowledge.
• Maintain professional relationships with districts.
• Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with the team and partners.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree (or progress toward a degree) in education or a reading-related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience facilitating face-to-face professional learning in literacy and/or reading.
• At least 3-5 years of teaching or instructional coaching experience.
• Deep knowledge of systematic and explicit instruction in foundational reading skills and experience implementing structured literacy instruction.
• In-depth understanding of language acquisition theories and the ability to apply these principles to instructional strategies.
• Proficiency in implementing linguistically and culturally responsive teaching methodologies.
• Experience teaching Multi-Lingual Learners or bilingual proficiency is a plus.
• Current knowledge of college and career readiness standards.
• Understanding of the human change process and adult learning theories.
• Ability to maintain a flexible travel schedule.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and PowerPoint.
• Experience using virtual presentation platforms such as Zoom and Teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong facilitation skills, professionalism, and creativity.
• Valid driver’s license.

About Scholastic

For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children’s books, literacy‑and‑knowledge‑building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award‑winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school‑based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at

Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

Time & Location

• Time Type: Part time
• Job Type: Per Diem
• Job Family Group: Education Sales
• Location Region/State: New York
• Compensation Range: Hourly Rate: 0.01

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The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home.

With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online.

True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families.

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We're always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee's needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.