[Remote] Part-time Literacy Strategy Consultant and Instructor

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TNTP is the nation's preeminent education nonprofit that brings research, policy, and consulting together to meet the needs and aspirations of young people, families, communities, and the nation. In this role, you will provide direct support on high-quality literacy instructional practices in grades K-12 and manage implementation and influence strategy for client projects while building client capacity and cultivating relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage implementation and influence strategy for client projects, including but not limited to:
• Contributing to team/project goals, engaging in innovation in alignment with goals
• Managing workstream/s including executing on a theory of action and strategy to reach impact and adjusting when off-track
• Tracking progress towards contract goals and making strategic decisions regarding project management and support
• Contributing to the creation of high-quality, data-driven reports or other deliverables demonstrating the effect of the team’s approaches towards contract goals
• Build client capacity and cultivate client relationships, including but not limited to:
• Developing tools and resources in real time to respond to client needs
• Developing and cultivating client relationships that foster trust through authentic engagement and ensuring client satisfaction with our work
• Facilitating and/or directly coaching district and school leaders to build capacity in areas aligned to priorities to support the sustainability of our work
• Designing sessions and facilitating professional learning for district leaders, school leaders, teachers, and other stakeholders

Skills

• Experience working with leaders at school districts or CMOs and supporting complex organizational change efforts, including the ability to implement a clear vision and purposeful strategy to achieve ambitious goals
• Knowledge of content and instruction, with at least three years Pre-K-12 teaching experience, preferably in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement
• Experience with the Science of Reading and a proven track record of success teaching or leading with high-quality instructional materials
• Previous experience developing and facilitating adult learning/training
• Excellent project management skills and an ability to work efficiently and independently, and to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of content and instruction, with at least three years Pre-K-12 teaching experience, preferably in high-need schools or with high-need populations, and a proven track record of raising student achievement
• Experience with the Science of Reading and a proven track record of success teaching or leading with high-quality instructional materials
• Know great teaching and learning when you see it
• Bilingual abilities are a plus; Spanish language preferred

Benefits

• A motivated team of dynamic colleagues
• A collegial atmosphere that values professional development and valuable feedback
• The chance to impact the direction of a growing, mission-driven company that is committed to the success of our nation’s children
• An inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each day

Company Overview

• A national nonprofit founded by teachers, TNTP helps school systems end educational inequality and achieve their goals for students. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://tntp.org/.

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