Product Owner, Math Supplementals (Contract)

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.

The Product Owner, Math Supplementals, will play a critical role in defining supplemental products that support the effective implementation of Amplify Desmos Math. Equally important, this role will foster a human-first mentality across teams.

You are excited about this opportunity because…
• You love to lead teams toward… efficient and effective delivery of quality products against an ambitious vision set by product leadership.
• You work collaboratively, considering varying viewpoints, and building consensus with your team.
• You convey the big picture while checking every detail.
• You are measured in decision-making but have a bias toward action.
• You communicate regularly and simply.
• You know how to get yourself and your teams unstuck.
• You are inspired by the mission to help students grow in math by recognizing and building on student thinking through an asset-based approach.

Responsibilities of the Product Owner, Math Supplementals:
• Plan and prioritize product development and product feature backlog
• Develop detailed product feature specifications and ensure they are clearly understood by relevant teams
• Assess value, develop cases, and prioritize stories, epics, and themes to ensure work aligns with product strategy
• Mitigate roadblocks to achieving sprint/release goals
• Lead the product-release plans and set expectations for the delivery of new functionalities
• Serve as product ambassador internally and externally, sharing knowledge and answering questions

Basic Qualifications of the Product Owner, Math Supplementals:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in product development, particularly in digital education products
• In-depth knowledge of agile methodology
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting needs of stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications of the Product Owner, Math Supplementals:
• A background in K-12 Mathematics Education

Compensation:

The hourly rate range for this role is $50 – $55.

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

 

 

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