Subject Matter Expert (SME) K-5 ELA

We are seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in K-5 English Language Arts (ELA) to join our team. In this role, you will deeply internalize our existing K-5 ELA curriculum and strategically adapt it for a synchronous, teacher-led virtual learning environment—bridging the gap between high-quality written curriculum and engaging live digital instruction.

Key Responsibilities :

• Curriculum Internalization & Adaptation: Review, master, and adapt existing K-5 ELA lesson plans for synchronous virtual delivery while preserving instructional rigor, pacing, and learning objectives.
• Science of Reading Alignment: Ensure all adapted digital materials, instructional prompts, and interactive exercises strictly align with evidence-based literacy research (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension).
• Virtual Engagement Strategy: Embed interactive digital strategies and tools into live lessons to drive student participation and active learning in a virtual classroom.
• Quality Assurance: Review digital lesson assets—including presentation decks, interactive activities, and teacher facilitation guides—for developmental appropriateness, pedagogical accuracy, and digital feasibility.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with curriculum developers, instructional designers, and virtual educators to refine lesson delivery and troubleshoot virtual learning challenges.

Required Qualifications :

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.
• Pedagogical Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in K-5 ELA pedagogy with a robust foundation in the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy practices.
• Teaching Experience: 3+ years of direct K-5 ELA teaching experience.
• Virtual Instruction Experience: Direct experience delivering or designing synchronous (live) virtual instruction, with proficiency in platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams and digital engagement tools.
• Analytical & Organizational Skills: Proven ability to deconstruct complex lesson plans into clear, actionable facilitation steps for live virtual teachers with high attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Education/Literacy or a Reading Specialist Certification.
• Background in curriculum development, instructional design, or educational technology.
• Experience coaching teachers or leading professional development in early literacy.