Amplify
Specialist, Professional Development Design, Math (part-time, contractor)
Amplify, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11201
A pioneer in K-12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 10 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visitamplify.com.Responsibilities of the Specialist of Professional Development Design, Math:Create and design PD materials (Desmos Activities, speaker notes, Participant Notebooks, handouts, videos, etc.) for synchronous in-person and remote professional development sessions for teachers and leaders to support strong program implementation of Amplify's Math products
Create and design PD materials for users' asynchronous self-study
Train and support facilitators
Support the PD team with ongoing resource updates, team documentation, and platform updates
Create resources aligned to Amplify branding guidelines
Copyedit session resources, including Activity screens, speaker notes, participant resources, and asynchronous resources
Other tasks as assigned by manager
Basic Qualifications:Experience with the Amplify Desmos Math K-5 or 6-A1 curricula, ideally through curriculum design or PLS onboarding
Demonstrated proficiency building instructional materials in Activity Builder
Experience in instructional and graphic design
Proven knowledge of current math best practices, Common Core math Standards, and adult learning principles
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated proficiency with technology-based productivity tools, including Microsoft Office, Google Applications, video conferencing tools, etc.
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field or comparable experience
Preferred Qualifications:2+ years of experience teaching and/or coaching Amplify Math or Desmos Math
Experience designing in-person or remote professional development sessions for teachers and/or leaders
Understanding and compassion for the role of the teachers and leaders
Experience working with diverse student populations (English learners, SPED, Gifted/Talented, etc.)
Proficiency with WordPress and Adobe
Demonstrated client/partnership management experience
Master's or Advanced Degree in Education
Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $40-$45.
We celebratediversityand are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from adiversecandidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.
If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.
Create and design PD materials for users' asynchronous self-study
Train and support facilitators
Support the PD team with ongoing resource updates, team documentation, and platform updates
Create resources aligned to Amplify branding guidelines
Copyedit session resources, including Activity screens, speaker notes, participant resources, and asynchronous resources
Other tasks as assigned by manager
Basic Qualifications:Experience with the Amplify Desmos Math K-5 or 6-A1 curricula, ideally through curriculum design or PLS onboarding
Demonstrated proficiency building instructional materials in Activity Builder
Experience in instructional and graphic design
Proven knowledge of current math best practices, Common Core math Standards, and adult learning principles
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated proficiency with technology-based productivity tools, including Microsoft Office, Google Applications, video conferencing tools, etc.
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field or comparable experience
Preferred Qualifications:2+ years of experience teaching and/or coaching Amplify Math or Desmos Math
Experience designing in-person or remote professional development sessions for teachers and/or leaders
Understanding and compassion for the role of the teachers and leaders
Experience working with diverse student populations (English learners, SPED, Gifted/Talented, etc.)
Proficiency with WordPress and Adobe
Demonstrated client/partnership management experience
Master's or Advanced Degree in Education
Compensation:
The hourly rate range for this role is $40-$45.
We celebratediversityand are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To that end, we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from adiversecandidate pool.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
This position may be funded, in whole or in part, through American Recovery & Reinvestment Act funds.
Amplify Education, Inc. is an E-Verify participant.
If selected, a background check will be required. As required by state and local laws and district policies, you may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as proof of vaccination or submit to enhanced background screening, including fingerprints.