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, visit amplify.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 celebrate diversity and 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 a diverse candidate 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.