Academic Enrichment Specialist

About the role

LLE Education Group seeks a dedicated Academic Enrichment Specialist to work collaboratively with center management, teachers, and other staff. The role involves assisting in strategic planning and implementation of long-term plans and policies as defined by the Vice President of Education, to stabilize current programs. This role requires a deep understanding of educational practices and a passion for fostering a nurturing learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enrichment programs aligned with developmental stages of students.
• Collaborate with management and teachers to integrate principles into existing curriculum.
• Provide training and support to teachers on philosophy, materials, and instructional strategies.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations to monitor student progress and enrichment programs.
• Stay updated on trends and research in education to inform program development.
• Organize and facilitate workshops, seminars, and parent education sessions on programs.
• Attend educational department and school meetings, conferences or trainings as directed.
• Train teachers on the concept behind the regularly scheduled program events.
• Create and distribute certificates for training sessions as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Child Development, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• At least three to five years proven experience as an educator or academic specialist.
• Ability to travel throughout the centers located in Virginia.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of Virginia licensing standards for childcare centers.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work hours based on the needs of the school and program.
• Successful background check.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of educational practices.
• Passion for fostering a nurturing learning environment.
• Experience with the Virginia State curriculum known as STREAMin3.

Skills

• Collaborative teamwork.
• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Training and support provision.
• Assessment and evaluation.
• Program development and research.
• Workshop facilitation and parent education.
• Teacher training and event organization.
• Lesson plan review and feedback creation.
• Certificate distribution.

Benefits

• Exceptional Work Environment.
• Childcare Discount.
• Paid Leave & Holidays.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & 401(k) Plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Training.
• Professional Development Opportunities.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is between $55,000 - $60,000. LLE Group in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.