Job Details
STEAM Power Education LLC is a deeply rooted mission of increasing the availability of education for students worldwide. We're looking for a K-2 Education Professional Learning Facilitator/Coach who is passionate about coaching, mentoring and empowering teachers, leaders and students, and who is capable of driving effective results. The right candidate will have excellent leadership and communication skills, along with the ability to inspire our team to reach their full potential.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
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Lead professional learning sessions to teachers, leaders, and students using existing content throughout the year. Steam Power Education will conduct its professional learning both in-person and virtually
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Facilitate and coach impactful professional learning for educators and students in a virtual and in-person context.
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Develop relationships with Steam Power Education partners
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Collect data and evidence of impact using pre-developed tools, and adjust facilitation as needed
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Give feedback on professional learning content to STEAM Power Education.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
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5+ totals years of experience in education and in implementing high-quality instructional materials
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2+ years of successful teaching experience with students from underserved backgrounds with demonstrated evidence of impact
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Experience facilitating impactful professional learning for educators in a virtual and in-person context
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Experience building and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders in an education context
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Deep understanding of the content standards (K-2)
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Seeking candidates who are based in and have experience teaching in Louisiana:
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Facilitators must be able to attend upcoming virtual training sessions.
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Must be able to abide by CDC as well as local guidance for public safety and masking requirements
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Day time availability and willingness to travel in-person
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Deep knowledge of at least one of the following curricula is preferred: ELA: CKLA
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Research based literacy instruction and the Instructional Shifts in English Language Arts
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Experience as an instructional coach a plus
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Strong commitment to STEAM PowerED organizational mission and values
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Reliable and consistently completes work in a timely manner with high quality
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Analytical mindset with the ability to set goals and create strategies that are informed by data and research
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Competence in working across functions and managing up as needed
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Strong commitment to growth mindset for both adults and students, and a desire to work collaboratively to grow team skills and capabilities
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Stellar communication and influence skills
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Equally comfortable playing external and internal roles, demonstrating a professional and warm demeanor in building rapport and credibility and in developing relationships with a variety of stakeholders
WORKING AT STEAM POWER EDUCATION AS A CONTRACTOR FACILITATOR/COACH
There is no guarantee of hours. Facilitators are scheduled on a “by project” basis and are generally notified 2-6 weeks before the learning begins to provide adequate time to prepare. The number of work hours and the specific hours are dependent on projects we have and when you are available. Paid training and onboarding, including asynchronous onboarding study, $50/hr. for all calls and meetings with STEAM Power Education staff (including any prep call, debrief call, or training). Each project can last several weeks. For synchronous virtual facilitation, lead facilitators are paid $65/sync hr. and Tech/support facilitators are paid $45/sync hr. In-person facilitation can be half day to several consecutive days. For in-person facilitation, the rate is $650/day (inclusive of individual prep time and follow up), based on experience. Contractors traveling on behalf of STEAM Power Education are responsible for covering their travel upfront and will be reimbursed as long as costs align with STEAM PowerEd Travel Reimbursement Policy.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; it is in your interest to apply as soon as possible. Due to volume, resumes sent via email will not be considered.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $65.00 per hour