Steps for Interviewing

Amplify Professional Learning Specialist Applicants

Congratulations on being invited to interview for the Professional Learning Specialist role!

Please take these three steps in order to schedule and prepare for your interview.

Step 1: Review the PLS Flipbook
Step 2: Schedule your Interview
Step 3: Prepare for your Interview

Interviews for Cohort 2 will take place from April 27th – May 8th.

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Click HERE to review flipbook

Step 1: Review the PLS Flipbook

Amplify Professional Learning Specialists (PLS) will be responsible for facilitating high-quality professional development (PD) to teachers and school leaders, ensuring educators feel confident taking steps to implement our programs and ultimately drive student success.

Please read the PLS flipbook to ensure you have a clear understanding of the role and ensure this is the right fit for you. These details are captured in pages 16 – 33 of the flipbook.

Several key PLS responsibilities are highlighted below:

Delivering remote and onsite professional development for approximately 30-40 educators per session during the summer season (May – September 2026), possibly longer.
Must be available to be scheduled during normal school hours (Monday–Friday) in all U.S. time zones.
Must be available an average of three days per week on Monday through Friday from July 13–August 21. Three consecutive days is strongly recommended as it will potentially lead to more onsite delivery opportunities.
PLSs who are current educators and returning to full-time roles at school/districts must have a return to work date after August 21st.
Traveling via car, plane, and/or public transportation, sometimes with minimal advance notice and including overnight stay at hotels.
Paying all travel-related expenses in advance, with reimbursements being processed 2-3 weeks following submission of the expense reimbursement requests.

Please reach out to pls_hiring@amplify.com if you have additional questions.

Step 2: Schedule Your Interview

Our second round of interviews will take place between April 27th – May 8th. We do not have any earlier interviews available, all available slots are shown on the calendars linked below.

Please schedule an interview for the specific role for which you have applied:

Literacy or STEM Candidates: schedule a 30 minute interview by clicking here: “PLS Interviews: May 2026”
Bilingual Candidates: schedule a 45 minute interview by clicking here: “Bilingual PLS Interviews: May 2026” only. You do not need to sign up for a separate 30 minute interview.
Once you have scheduled your interview, you should receive a confirmation email from Calendly. If you do not receive this email, please reach out to PLS_hiring@amplify.com for support.

If you need to reschedule your interview, you may do so directly by clicking the reschedule link in the confirmation email from Calendly to select a new interview option during the current interview window. Once you have rescheduled, you will receive a new confirmation email and updated calendar invitation. Please do not sign up for more than one interview.

We ask that you only reschedule if absolutely necessary and request at least 24 hours notice prior to your interview day/time.

Step 3: Prepare for Interview

Prior to your scheduled interview, prepare your interview activity! Please view the video to the right for help preparing.

Guidance for the task can be found here: PLS Performance Task Guidance Document
You should come ready to share your screen via Google Meet and present the provided activity in under 5 minutes.
Talking points are included for each screen to guide your presentation.
During your interview we will be looking for proficiency with the following tech skills: independently sharing screen, speech matching animation, and moving from screen to screen with ease.

Two people stand in an office, with one person pointing at a laptop screen while the other looks on. Papers and a window are visible in the background.

Offer, Onboarding, and Training

Qualified candidates will receive an offer via email. The offer will include your product placement and regional assignment.
If you accept the offer, our partner contracting agency will reach out to you to provide the necessary documentation to begin the onboarding process. This will include a background check. You will also need to provide college transcripts, please begin gathering these items.
Once you have completed the onboarding process with our partner contracting agency, you will begin your official Amplify PLS onboarding process on May 11th for Cohort 1 or June 15th for Cohort 2. A majority of onboarding will be remote, with one in person training on June 6th – 7th for Cohort 1 and July 8th – 9th for Cohort 2. More details to come!
Once you are certified, our PD Operations team will begin to schedule you for PD engagements within your region and across the country!

Info Session

Get more details from PD staff members about the PLS role, regional placement, the onboarding process, and ongoing support.

We will address the most common questions we receive:

What is the role of a PLS?
Where will I deliver sessions? What content will I deliver?
How will onboarding work?
How will I be supported?

The information session recording can be watched here.

Passcode: @N+4hmfi

FAQ

PLS FAQ

Hear from our Professional Learning Specialists

“I have been able to connect with teachers and support them in their implementation of Amplify products. I especially love coaching opportunities where I have time to see teachers in action, model lessons for them, and debrief and problem solve what is going on in their classrooms. I would have loved that opportunity when I was in the classroom.”

Amy Wiktor

Professional Learning Specialist

Hear from our Professional Learning Specialists

“I feel like I have learned so much about the Science of Reading, facilitation, and am inspired by the positive contribution I can make to both teachers and students. I am putting something positive back into the world and spreading kindness every day! Very fulfilling.”

Jennifer Piehl

Professional Learning Specialist

Hear from our Professional Learning Specialists

“I’ve had a lot of new experiences and love the networking involved throughout the Amplify community. Seeing new places in different parts of the country has been incredible, as well! Plus, the work environment has been the most positive, uplifting, and motivational workplace I’ve ever been a part of! ”

Justin Suder-Grose

Professional Learning Specialist

Thank you for your interest!

Setting up your session for success

We know your time is valuable. This site is designed to help you quickly select the right professional development topics for your team and gather the step-by-step guidance you need for a successful session.

Quick Navigation Tips:

Find your program: Click any program in the sidebar to expand and explore its specific session topics and online courses.
Reset your view: To see the full list of programs again, simply click the “Return to Top” arrow in the bottom right corner or scroll past your current selection.

Preparation checklist

To make the most of your learning plan, follow the directions below. They’ll guide you through preparing your participants, location, and support for your Launch and Strengthen sessions. (Your PLS will support you in building your Coaching session.)

Onsite sessions

Prepare your participants

Communicate session details with participants:

Session time & location
Session objectives and topics using the agendas on this page
Materials required:
- A charged device that meets Amplify’s tech requirements
- Personal Amplify login (if available)
- Participant notebook (This will be shipped to you or you will receive a PDF attachment in your confirmation email.)

Prepare your space

Select a location with a strong internet connection.
Mark this location clearly for participants and your PLS.
Provide Wi-Fi details for participants and your PLS.
Set up a projector and screen with audio.

Plan your support

Designate a tech lead to address connectivity issues and provide login and navigation support during the session.
For your PLS, share your contact information in case of emergencies and any special directions for accessing the location.
Inform your PLS if you did not receive enough participant notebooks.

Remote sessions

Prepare your participants

Communicate session details with participants:

Session time & remote meeting link
Session objectives and topics using the agendas on this page
Materials required:
- A charged device that meets Amplify’s tech requirements
- Personal Amplify login (if available)
- Participant notebook (This will be shipped to you or you will receive a PDF attachment in your confirmation email.)

Prepare your remote space

Plan for participants to join from individual devices from separate locations (highly recommended).
If participants share a room, they must still use individual devices to fully engage.
- To prevent audio feedback join using Google Meet’s Companion mode.
- If using another platform, use headphones or ensure all but one device in the room has its microphone and speakers fully muted.

Plan your support

For your PLS, share your remote setup plan.
Designate a tech lead to address connectivity issues and provide login and navigation support during the session.

Select your program

Use the sidebar to select your program and explore the objectives and topics covered in your session or online course.

Amplify Caminos

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Caminos 1st Edition agendas	Amplify Caminos 3rd Edition agendas	Amplify Caminos California Edition agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5 Grade 6 ELA + Caminos
Skills Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Knowledge Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	3–5	K–2
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5 Grade 6
Knowledge strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Skills Strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–5	PreK–5	TK–5
Skills supplement training for teachers	1 hour		3–5	3–6
Transition training for teachers to 3rd Edition	1 hour		K–2 3–5 Skills Strand Knowledge Strand

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Caminos 1st Edition agendas	Amplify Caminos 3rd Edition agendas Coming soon!	Amplify Caminos California Edition agendas Coming soon!
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5 Grade 6
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5 Grade 6
Writing for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5
Student engagement for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5 Grade 6 ELA + Caminos Grade 6
Supporting all learners for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5
Pacing for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5 Grade 6 ELA + Caminos Grade 6
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours			Grade 6
Grading and assessment for teachers	1 hour			Grade 6 ELA + Caminos Grade 6

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify CKLA

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify CKLA 2nd Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA 3rd Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA Florida Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA California Edition agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	PreK K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	Transitional Kindergarten (TK) K–2 3–5
Skills Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2		K–2
Knowledge Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2		K–2
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	PreK K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	TK K–2 3–5
Skills Strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2	K–2		K–2
Knowledge Strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2	K–2		K–2
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	PreK–5	PreK–5	K–5	PreK–5
Transition training for teachers	1 hour		K–2 3–5
Skills Strand transition training for teachers	1 hour		K–2
Knowledge Strand transition training for teachers	1 hour		K–2
Skills supplement training for teachers	1 hour	Grade 3	Grade 3		3–8

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify CKLA 2nd Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA 3rd Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA Florida Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA California Edition agendas Coming soon!
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	PreK K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	TK K–2 3–5
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2
Maximizing impact: Data-informed remediation with the ARG for teachers	3 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2 3–5
Maximizing impact: Data-informed remediation with the ARG/DERG for teachers	3 hours	3–5	3–5
Writing for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	Coming soon!	K–2 3–5
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	K–5	K–5	K–5	K–5
Student engagement for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5		K–5
Supporting all learners for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5		K–5
Pacing for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5		K–5
Amplify CKLA 3rd Edition + mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition: Data driven instruction for teachers	3 hours		Coming soon!

Amplify CKLA companion programs

Session topic	Duration	Amplify CKLA 3rd Edition agendas
Writing Studio companion training for teachers	3 hours	K–5
Language Studio companion training for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5
Language Studio California Edition companion training for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify CKLA + Caminos

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify CKLA 2nd Edition + Amplify Caminos 1st Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA/Caminos 3rd edition agendas	Amplify CKLA/Caminos California Edition agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Skills Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Knowledge Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	PreK–5	PreK–5	TK–5
Transition training for teachers to 3rd Edition	1 hour		K–2 3–5 Skills Strand Knowledge Strand

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify CKLA 2nd Edition + Amplify Caminos 1st Edition agendas	Amplify CKLA/Caminos 3rd Edition agendas Coming soon!	Amplify CKLA/Caminos California Edition agendas Coming soon!
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Writing for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5
Student engagement for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5
Supporting all learners for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5
Pacing for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify Desmos Math

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Desmos Math agendas	Amplify Desmos Math California Edition agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–5 6–A1 High school
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	PreK/TK K–5 6–A1 High school	PreK/TK High school
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–5 6–A1 High school	High school

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Desmos Math agendas	Amplify Desmos Math California Edition agendas Coming soon!
Supporting all learners for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–A1
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	K–A1	High school
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–A1 High school
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–A1 High school
Snapshots in the Teacher Dashboard for teachers	1 hour	6–A1
Teaching a lesson with digital student screens for teachers	1 hour	K–5
Unit-level planning for teachers	1 hour	K–5 6–A1 High school
Supporting and facilitating meaningful discourse for teachers	3 hours	Coming soon!	K–5 6–A1/M1 High school
Assessment in action: Analyzing data, reports, and planning next steps for teachers	3 hours	Coming soon!	K–5 6–A1/M1
Increasing engagement with instructional routines for teachers	3 hours	Coming soon!

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify ELA

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify ELA 2nd Edition agendas	Amplify ELA Florida Edition agendas	Amplify ELA California Edition agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	6–8	6–8	Grade 6 ELA + Caminos
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	6–8	6–8	Grade 6
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	6–8	6–8	ELA + Caminos

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify ELA 2nd Edition agendas	Amplify ELA California Edition agendas Coming soon!
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	6–8	6–8 ELA + Caminos Grade 6
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	6–8	6–8 ELA + Caminos Grade 6
Writing: Improving through feedback for teachers	3 hours	6–8
Supporting all learners for teachers	3 hours	6–8
Data-informed instruction for teachers	3 hours	6–8
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	6–8	6–8 ELA + Caminos Grade 6
Teaching with print and digital for teachers	1 hour	6–8
Lesson planning for teachers	1 hour	6–8
Pacing for teachers	1 hour	6–8	6–8
Increasing student engagement for teachers	1 hour	6–8	6–8
Grading and assessment for teachers	1 hour	6–8	6–8

Amplify ELA companion programs

Session topic	Duration	Amplify ELA Language Studio California Edition agenda
Amplify ELA California 6–8 Language Studio companion for teachers	3 hours	Agenda

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify Math

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Math agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	Grade 6–Algebra 1 Geometry–Algebra 2
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	Grade 6–Algebra 1 Geometry–Algebra 2
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	Grade 6–Algebra 1 Geometry–Algebra 2

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Math agendas
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Addressing prerequisite skills for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Using differentiation supports for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Using data to drive instruction for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Orchestrating math discussions for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	Agenda
Lesson-level planning for teachers	1 hour	Agenda
Unit-level planning for teachers	1 hour	Agenda
Increasing engagement with instructional routines for teachers	1 hour	Agenda
Building language with math routines for teachers	1 hour	Agenda

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Amplify Science

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Science agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–5 6–8
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	TK K–5 6–8
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–5 6–8

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Science agendas
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K –5 6–8
Supporting all learners with complex texts for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Supporting multilingual/English learners for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Writing in science for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Engineering Internship for teachers	3 hours	Grade 6–Metabolism Grade 7–Plate Motion Grade 8–Force and Motion
Science Seminar for teachers	3 hours	6–8
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Assessment system for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Enhancing the digital experience for teachers	1 hour	K–5
Planning with the Coherence Flowchart for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Planning an Amplify Science lesson for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Supporting all learners: Exploring the resources for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Supporting all learners: Teacher modeling and student discourse for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Supporting all learners: Multimodal instruction for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Analyzing student work for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Unit Materials Kits and prep for teachers	1 hour	K–8
Grading with Amplify Science for teachers	1 hour	K–8

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Boost Literacy

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Boost Reading	Boost Close Reading	Boost Lectura	Boost Reading/ Lectura
Getting started for teachers	2 hours	K–5	6–8	K–2	K–2
Getting started for leaders	2 hours	K–5

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Boost Reading	Boost Close Reading
Maximizing data for teachers	1 hour	K–5	6–8

Online courses

Online courses prepare teachers to implement Boost Literacy programs.

Course topic	Boost Reading	Boost Close Reading	Boost Lectura
Getting started for teachers	K–5	6–8	K–2
Getting started for leaders	K–5

mCLASS^® Intervention

mCLASS Intervention sessions

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Intervention agendas
Initial training for interventionists and coordinators	6 hours	K–6

Session topic	Duration	Agendas
Initial training + DIBELS 8th Edition: Administration and scoring training for interventionists and coordinators	9 hours	K–6

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Online courses

Online courses prepare teachers to administer and score mCLASS Literacy programs.

Course topic	Course overviews
Program overview for interventionists	K–6

mCLASS Literacy

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition agendas	mCLASS Lectura agendas	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition/mCLASS Lectura agendas	Louisiana K–3 Literacy Screener agendas
Administration and instruction essentials for teachers	6 hours	K–8	K–6 English K–6 Spanish	K–8	K–3
Administration and scoring training for teachers	3 hours	K–8	K–6 English K–6 Spanish		K–3
Administration and reporting training for leaders	3 hours	K–8	K–6	K–8

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition agendas	mCLASS Lectura agendas	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition/ mCLASS Lectura agendas	Louisiana K–3 Literacy Screener agendas
Creating a data-driven classroom for teachers	3 hours	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3
Building a data-driven culture for leaders	3 hours	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3
Assessing with fidelity for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3
Reporting and instruction basics for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8
Progress monitoring for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3
Goal setting and growth outcomes for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3
Reporting basics for leaders	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8	K–3

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Online courses

Online courses prepare teachers to administer and score mCLASS Literacy programs.

Course topic	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition overviews	mCLASS Lectura overviews	Louisiana K–3 Literacy Screener overviews	mCLASS Literacy North Carolina overviews	mCLASS Lectura North Carolina overviews	Paper DIBELS 8th Edition overviews
Administration and instruction essentials for teachers	K–8	K–6	K–3	K–6	K–6
Calibration training for teachers	K–8 Coming soon!		K–8 Coming soon!
Transition training for DDS teachers	K–8
Administration and scoring training for DDS teachers						K–8
Administration and reporting training for leaders			K–3

mCLASS Math & Boost Math

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition agendas	California Edition agendas
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8	K–5 6–8
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–8	K–8

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition agendas	California Edition agendas
Student thinking and instructional next steps for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8	K–5 6–8
mCLASS Math + Boost Math: Understanding and using data to plan intervention	3 hours	K–5 6–8	K–5 6–8
Leveraging assessment data to strengthen mathematical thinking for teachers	1 hour	K–5 6–8

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	Resource
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session.	Coming soon!
2. If you select any PLC or grade-level meetings, select topics for those meetings.	Coming soon!

Online courses

Online courses prepare teachers to administer and score mCLASS Literacy programs.

Course topic	Course overviews
Program overview and instructional next steps for teachers	Coming soon!

General sessions

Amplify Classroom

Amplify Classroom sessions build expertise in Activity Builder to design, organize, and facilitate engaging digital activities.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Classroom agendas
Facilitating and building activities in Amplify Classroom for teachers	6 hours	Agenda
Introduction to Amplify Classroom activities for teachers	3 hours	Agenda
Building activities in Amplify Classroom for teachers	3 hours	Agenda

Multilingual/English learners

Multilingual/English learners sessions align instruction with best practices for multilingual reading and writing development.

Session topic	Duration	Multilingual/English learners agendas
Build your knowledge of multilingual/English learners	90 minutes	Agenda
Deepen your knowledge of multilingual/English learners	3 hours	Agenda

Problem-based math

Problem-based math sessions identify actionable strategies that build students’ conceptual understanding while developing a sense of joy in learning math

Session topic	Duration	Problem-based math agendas
Build knowledge of problem-based math for teachers	90 minutes	K–5 6–8 High school–Coming soon!
Deepen knowledge of problem-based math for teachers	3 hours	K–5 6–8 High school–Coming soon!

Science of Reading

Science of Reading sessions examine the connections between literacy and the brain to align instructional practices with models that develop skilled reading and writing.

Session topic	Duration	Science of Reading agendas
Build your knowledge of the Science of Reading	90 minutes	K–5
Deepen your knowledge of the Science of Reading	3 hours	K–5

Texas programs

Select your program from the sidebar to explore its sessions.

Amplify Desmos Math Texas sessions

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition agendas
Supporting and facilitating meaningful discourse for teachers	3 hours	Coming soon!
Assessment in action: Analyzing data, reports, and planning next steps for teachers	3 hours	Coming soon!

Amplify Texas ELAR & SLAR

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Texas ELAR agendas	Amplify Texas ELAR + SLAR agendas	Amplify Texas SLAR agendas
Initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2 3–5 6–8	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Skills Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Knowledge Strand initial training for teachers	6 hours	K–2	K–2	K–2
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5 6–8		K–2 3–5
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–5 6–8	K–5
Skills Strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2		K–2
Knowledge Strand program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–2		K–2

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	Amplify Texas ELAR agendas	Amplify Texas ELAR + SLAR agendas	Amplify Texas SLAR agendas
Enhancing planning for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5 6–8	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Enhancing practice for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5 6–8	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Writing for teachers	3 hours	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5	K–2 3–5
Enhancing observations for leaders	3 hours	K–5 6–8
Supporting all learners for 6–8 teachers	3 hours	6–8
Data-informed instruction for teachers	3 hours	6–8
Student engagement for teachers	1 hour	K–5 6–8	K–5	K–5
Supporting all learners for teachers	1 hour	K–5	K–5	K–5
Teaching with print and digital for teachers	1 hour	6–8
Lesson planning for teachers	1 hour	6–8
Pacing for teachers	1 hour	K–5 6–8	K–5	K–5
Grading and assessment for teachers	1 hour	6–8

Coach sessions

Coach sessions can include model lessons, observations, walk-throughs, and/or co-planning. Use the resources to build your coaching session.

Directions	ELAR resources	ELAR + SLAR resources
1. Select agenda items to build your coaching session	Coaching agenda options	Coaching agenda options
2. If you select any PLC or grade level meetings, select topics for those meetings	PLCs or grade-level planning meeting options

Boost Reading Texas sessions

Launch & Strengthen sessions

Session topic	Duration	Texas Boost Reading agendas
Getting started for teachers	2 hours	K–5 6–8
Getting started for leaders	2 hours	K–5
Maximizing data for teachers	1 hour	K–5 6–8

mCLASS Literacy Texas sessions

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Texas agendas	mCLASS Lectura Texas agendas	mCLASS Texas DIBELS 8/ Lectura agendas
Administration and instruction essentials for teachers	6 hours	K–8	K–2	K–2
Administration and scoring training for teachers	3 hours	K–8	K–2
Administration and reporting training for leaders	3 hours	K–8	K–2	K–2

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition Texas agendas	mCLASS Lectura Texas agendas	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition/Lectura Texas
Creating a data-driven classroom for teachers	3 hours	K–8	K–6	K–8
Building a data-driven culture for leaders	3 hours	K–8	K–6	K–8
Assessing with fidelity for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6
Reporting and instruction basics for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6
Progress monitoring for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6
Goal setting and growth outcomes for teachers	1 hour	K–8	K–6	K–8
Reporting basics for leaders	1 hour	K–8	K–6

Online courses

Course topic	mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition Texas course overview	mCLASS Lectura Texas course overview
Administration and instruction essentials for teachers	K–8	K–6

mCLASS Math Texas sessions

Launch sessions

Launch sessions introduce Amplify programs and support strong implementation.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition agendas
Program overview for teachers	3 hours	K–5
Program overview for leaders	3 hours	K–5

Strengthen sessions

Strengthen sessions deepen understanding of Amplify programs through targeted support.

Session topic	Duration	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition agenda
Student thinking and instructional next steps for teachers	3 hours	K–5

Online courses

Course topic	mCLASS Math 2nd Edition online agenda
Administration and instruction essentials for teachers	Coming soon!

What is a professional learning specialist (PLS)?

About this role

Amplify professional learning specialists deliver professional development for educators that drives change, leading to increased and effective use of our Amplify programs and positive impacts on students’ learning. New professional learning specialists:

Are selected and supported by Amplify.
Receive onboarding and become certified with an Amplify program, with opportunities to extend product certifications throughout the year.
Deliver virtual and on-site sessions for schools and districts throughout the country.

Dive deeper into the responsibilities, requirements, and compensation of the professional learning specialist role within the professional learning specialist overview flipbook!

Read the professional learning specialist overview flipbook

Why join?

The PLS advantage

Professional development for educators is one of the most powerful levers to shift learning, action, and beliefs.

As a professional learning specialist, you’ll be able to impact educators—and, ultimately, students—nationwide and see how schools across the country are driving success. Over time, you’ll also deepen your facilitation and leadership skills and build relationships with fellow professional learning specialists who are current or former educators.

Uncover additional advantages of being in the professional learning specialist network (pages 7–14).

Is this right for me?

Becoming a PLS is ideal for:

Current educators*	Former educators	Retired educators
who want to gain a new perspective and develop leadership and adult facilitation skills.	who are seeking part-time, contract work and a more flexible schedule.	who want to stay connected to a network of education leaders and continue to make an impact.

Availability requirements:

15-20 hours per week of paid remote onboarding in May or June, with one mandatory in person training at the end of week 4 of onboarding.
Available to deliver in person PD a minimum of 18 business days (average of 3 days per week) from July 13th – August 21st.

More information:

Further evaluate if this is the right role for you (pages 25–29).

This year, nearly 30% of our professional learning specialists were current educators and 70% were former or retired educators. While our professional learning specialists are in different places within their classroom or educational leadership careers, they all have several key qualities in common. These include:

A deep knowledge of high-quality instruction and adult learning principles.
The drive to be a strong colleague and team player.
Proven excellence in delivering in-person and online professional development.
Exceptional customer service skills.
High comfort with navigating ambiguity and responding confidently to in-the-moment challenges.

Access more detailed requirements of the role (pages 16–29).

What is a professional learning specialist (PLS)?

About this role

Are selected and supported by Amplify.
Receive onboarding and become certified with an Amplify program, with opportunities to extend product certifications throughout the year.
Deliver virtual and on-site sessions for schools and districts throughout the country.

Dive deeper into the responsibilities, requirements, and compensation of the professional learning specialist role within the professional learning specialist overview flipbook!

Read the professional learning specialist overview flipbook

Why join?

The PLS advantage

Professional development for educators is one of the most powerful levers to shift learning, action, and beliefs.

Uncover additional advantages of being in the professional learning specialist network (pages 7–14).

Two women, one middle-aged and one younger, working together on a laptop in a library, with two other people in the background.

Is this right for me?

Becoming a PLS is ideal for:

Current educators*	Former educators	Retired educators
who want to gain a new perspective and develop leadership and adult facilitation skills.	who are seeking part-time, contract work and a more flexible schedule.	who want to stay connected to a network of education leaders and continue to make an impact.

*Must be available to onboard in May or June and facilitate on-site sessions from July through August.

Further evaluate if this is the right role for you (pages 25–29).

A deep knowledge of high-quality instruction and adult learning principles.
The drive to be a strong colleague and team player.
Proven excellence in delivering in-person and online professional development.
Exceptional customer service skills.
High comfort with navigating ambiguity and responding confidently to in-the-moment challenges.

Access more detailed requirements of the role (pages 16–29).

Apply now

Are you interested in helping shape professional development for educators?

Review the job descriptions for our current roles Professional Learning Specialist, Bilingual Literacy and Professional Learning Specialist, Literacy or STEM.

Apply now

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High-Quality Materials

Literacy

MATH

SCIENCE

Research

Blog and webinar library

Media & events

Amplify Professional Learning Specialist Applicants

Step 1: Review the PLS Flipbook

Step 2: Schedule Your Interview

Step 3: Prepare for Interview

Offer, Onboarding, and Training

Info Session

FAQ

PLS FAQ

Thank you for your interest!

Setting up your session for success

Preparation checklist

Onsite sessions

Remote sessions

Select your program

Amplify Caminos

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Amplify CKLA

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Amplify CKLA companion programs

Coach sessions

Amplify CKLA + Caminos

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Amplify Desmos Math

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Amplify ELA

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Amplify ELA companion programs

Coach sessions

Amplify Math

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Amplify Science

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Boost Literacy

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Online courses

mCLASS® Intervention

mCLASS Intervention sessions

mCLASS Intervention Universal sessions

Coach sessions

Online courses

mCLASS Literacy

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Online courses

mCLASS Math & Boost Math

Launch sessions

Strengthen sessions

Coach sessions

Online courses

General sessions

Amplify Classroom

Multilingual/English learners

Problem-based math

Science of Reading

Texas programs

Amplify Desmos Math Texas sessions

Strengthen sessions

Amplify Texas ELAR & SLAR

Launch sessions

mCLASS^® Intervention