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Company

Wilson Language Training · 1 day ago

Instructional and Development Specialist

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$89K/yr - $114K/yr

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Responsibilities

Contribute to various projects related to Fundations and Just Words instruction and the teaching of structured literacy, the science of reading, intervention instruction, multisensory teaching, and effective learning strategies for students.

Assist with the development and/or revision of curriculum, instruction, and professional learning resources related to Fundations and Just Words.

Assist with the development of curriculum, instruction and professional learning related to meeting the foundational skills needs of students in upper elementary grades.

Serve as a cross-functional team member to support technology-based innovations and other initiatives for Fundations and Just Words teachers and students.

Assist in the development of content for professional learning for educators, including synchronous and asynchronous courses, webinars, special presentations, etc.

Assist with state and district level RFP teams with instructional standards alignments and content support as needed.

Develop expert tips for the Fundations and Just Words Learning Community at Wilson Academy.

As appropriate, support in answering internal and external questions regarding Fundations and Just Words teacher and student materials and resources, instruction, and training.

Research inquiries, report concerns, and propose solutions regarding print and digital Fundations and Just Words resources/materials.

Collect and analyze suggestions for improvements to Fundations and Just Words materials/resources.

Conduct presentations on Fundations and Just Words and additional professional learning events as needed and if qualified (virtual and in-person delivery, travel required).

Keep a pulse on current trends in the fields of dyslexia, science of reading, and structured literacy.

Maintain regular office hours, being available to collaborate with team members.

Understand and display WLT’s values.

Other duties, as assigned.

Qualification

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Reading instructionLiteracy skillsScience of readingCurriculum developmentStructured literacyMicrosoft Office SuiteOnline meeting softwareFundations certificationJust Words certificationWilson Dyslexia Practitioner

Required

Deep knowledge of reading instruction, literacy skills, classroom best practices, and the science of reading.

Understand and stay current with research related to reading instruction PreK-12, learning disabilities and their impact on the development of reading skills, effective educational practices, high-quality professional learning for educators, etc.

Self-directed and motivated to complete assignments and move project tasks along.

Able to handle and prioritize multiple assignments and projects.

Able to work individually and as a team member.

Willingness to work with others in department, staff in other Wilson departments, and individuals from external organizations.

Ability to accept and incorporate feedback on a regular basis.

Excellent attention to detail.

Expert communicator with exceptional writing and verbal skills, including the ability to present to internal and external professional audiences.

Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficient with online meeting software and hosting web-based meetings/learning sessions.

Ability to attend in-person meetings and events (up to 10% of time).

Master’s Degree in Education required, a concentration in reading or literacy a plus

Substantial background and experience in teaching structured literacy