Senior Learning and Professional Development Specialist - Literacy - Education

Juneau, AK, United States

Public Consulting Group Senior Learning and Professional Development Specialist - Literacy - Education Juneau , Alaska Apply Now Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com .

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides knowledge in the neuroscience of reading and leadership supportingprofessional learning content development process across one or more products.

Manage complex relationships across client and partner teams.

Collaborates with internal and client teams to develop and refine instructional requirements while also providing guidance to adherence to the International Dyslexia Association’s Knowledge and Practice standards, state standards and legislative requirements.

Collaborate with project management team to ensure that established project management processes and structures are appropriately implemented.

Contribute and collaborate on content development in client requirements, which may include offering regular review and actionable feedback, both written and verbal, to internal developers and the client regarding current research on the science of reading (SOR).

Support project management to ensure on-time delivery of deliverables by development teams.

Establishes good working relationship with local, state, federal and private service agencies.

Provides subject matter expertise on a range of literacy and learning topics relevant to applicant’s background and the project (K-12 SOR Literacy, Family Engagement, Leadership, Support Staff)

Leads research, speaking engagements and service offering development.

Other tasks as to be determined by PCG management.

Qualifications

Required / Desired Experience:

Bachelor's degree (Required).

Master's degree (Preferred).

8+ years' work experience in developing, implementing, and managing literacy consulting engagements, LETRS Module 1 - 6 completion or equivalent, LETRS Trainer / Facilitator or equivalent.

Work experience in developing and delivering professional learning with a focus on Emergent Bilinguals / EIs preferred.

Certification: CERI certification or equivalent, ALTA certification, completion of an IDA accredited structured literacy program, or passing the KPEERI exam.

Required Skills:

Subject Matter expertise in the neuroscience of learning and literacy that includes a background in cognitive science, neuroscience, pedagogy, structured literacy, coaching and adult learning theory.

Strong leadership, assertiveness, and interpersonal skills.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Writing skills are critical to the role and should include a focus on expository texts and citations.

Must be tactical in delivering project tasks under tight deadlines, with the ability to keep the big picture in mind at same time from a strategic perspective.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project streams in a cross-functional capacity.

Objective decision-making ability based on strategic objectives priority, business performance analysis, data analysis, and resource availability.

Self-starter, assertive, enthusiastic and has the political savvy to get things done yet maintain a likeable presence. Ability to deal with adversity and differing opinions.

Remote Work Statement:

This position is a remote, work from home position. PCG is a remote-friendly organization and is committed to creating a culture where remote work remains a vital part of the company’s success. To be successful in a remote work role at PCG, you must:

be available during your set working hours

have a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, and

be able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job duties

Some travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc.

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Compensation

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role and a potential discretionary bonus of up to 10%. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.

EEO Statement

Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.

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Job Locations US

Posted Date 10 hours ago (5/6/2024 1:57 PM)

Job ID 2024-10356

# of Openings 1

Category Operation Support

Type Regular Full-Time

Practice Area Education Services

Public Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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