District Consultant 1
About the job
- Knowledge of Renaissance products, including FastBridge.
- Attention to detail and accuracy, with strong communication and organization skills.
- Ability to communicate with key district leaders.
- A positive, professional attitude and a flexible travel schedule.
- Understanding of how school districts operate.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must live in or around the Las Vegas, Nevada area.
- Deliver professional development training on best practices for product usage.
- Coordinate professional development and technical services for the assigned district.
- Create and maintain a detailed project schedule in collaboration with the Customer Success Management Team.
- Work with Renaissance leaders to resolve customer issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Establish and maintain clear communication with schools, district leaders, and Renaissance.
- Host weekly status meetings with key district leaders.
- Build awareness of the implementation process, monitor implementation with stakeholders, and form recommendations for next steps.
- Work with campuses remotely and onsite, when applicable, to monitor implementation and form recommendations for next steps.
- Identify and act on opportunities to improve or expand the district's implementation.
- Analyze data at the district and school levels after each assessment period.
- Participate in internal meetings and professional learning opportunities.
About Renaissance
When you join Renaissance®, you join a global leader in pre-K–12 education technology! Renaissance’s solutions help educators analyze, customize, and plan personalized learning paths for students, allowing time for what matters—creating energizing learning experiences in the classroom. Our fiercely passionate employees and educational partners have helped drive phenomenal student growth, with Renaissance solutions being used in over one-third of US schools and in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Every day, we are connected to our mission by exemplifying our values: trust each other, win together, strive for the best, own our actions, and grow and evolve.
Job Description
The Professional Learning team is seeking an education consultant to lead the strategic implementation of Renaissance® products purchased by the local public schools. We will need someone who can work effectively onsite with key personnel in the district and cross functionally with departments at Renaissance. This is a part- time contractor role located in Nevada for the Clark County School District. Candidates must live in or around the Clark County or Las Vegas, NV area.
In this role as District Consultant Contractor, you will be responsible for:
- Deliver professional development training on best practices for product usage
- Coordinate professional development and technical services to the assigned district
- Create and maintain a detailed project schedule in collaboration with the Customer Success Management Team
- Work closely with key Renaissance leaders to resolve customer issues in a timely and professional manner
- Establish and maintain clear lines of communication with schools, district leaders, and Renaissance®
- Host weekly status meetings with key district leaders
- Build awareness for the implementation process then work with stakeholders to monitor the implementation and form recommendations for next steps
- Work with campuses remotely and onsite (when applicable) to monitor the implementation and form recommendations for next steps
- Identify and act on opportunities that improve or expand the districts implementation
- Analyze data at the district and school level after each assessment period
- Participate in internal meetings and professional learning opportunities
Qualifications
For this role as a District Consultant Contractor you should have:
- Knowledge of Renaissance products:FastBridge
- Attention to detail and accuracy with strong communication and organization skills
- Ability to communicate with key district leaders
- Positive, professional attitude with flexible travel schedule
- Understanding of how school districts operate
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Live in or around the Las Vegas, NV area
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Salary Range: $50 hourly (20-40 hours expected per week)
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Benefits for eligible US employees include:
- World Class Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Telehealth
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave (20 total weeks with 14 weeks paid) & Milk Stork program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Well-being and Employee Assistance Programs
Frequently cited statistics show that some women, underrepresented individuals, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities may only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. At Renaissance, we encourage all applications. Roles evolve over time, especially with innovation, and you may be just the person we need for the future!
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Renaissance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Reasonable Accommodations
Renaissance also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition.
Employment Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
For more information about Renaissance, visit: https://www.renaissance.com
About the company
Renaissance provides student assessment and practice software for pre-K to 12th-grade schools. Its products, such as Star Assessments and Freckle, use computer-adaptive testing and algorithms to measure student skills and provide personalized practice that adjusts to each learner's pace. Unlike many competitors, the company leverages a massive database of student performance data collected since 1986 to refine its tools and meets high-level evidence standards for educational efficacy. The company's goal is to help educators track and improve student growth through a subscription-based platform that offers data-driven insights into reading and math proficiency.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Late Stage VC
Total Funding
$40M
Headquarters
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Founded
1984
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What believers are saying
- Renaissance launched Renaissance Intelligence on February 19, 2026, sharpening AI-led personalization.
- Blackstone’s 2024 growth investment and Francisco Partners’ ownership fund aggressive expansion.
- Board additions Rajen Sheth and MaryEllen Elia strengthen AI and school-system credibility.
What critics are saying
- Renaissance Learning faces a privacy class action in California from June 2025.
- Unified platforms invite faster commoditization from McGraw Hill, Discovery Education, and rivals.
- Existential risk: districts reject AI-driven personalization if student-data trust breaks after litigation.
What makes Renaissance unique
- Renaissance Intelligence unifies assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum into one workflow.
- Star Assessments plus Nearpod and DnA embed across classroom and district workflows.
- White Rose, McGraw Hill, and Discovery Education integrations expand Renaissance’s content ecosystem.
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16%Renaissance named to 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Education & Training list. Oct 08, 2026, 14:00 ET Edtech leader also earns its fourth consecutive Great Place To Work(R) Certification(TM), highlighting its mission-driven, people-first culture BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology, today announced its dual recognition as a 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Education & Training(TM) honoree and a Great Place To Work(R) Certified(TM) company. Based entirely on current employee feedback, this year's certification reveals that 78% of surveyed employees describe Renaissance as a great place to work, a year-over-year increase that sits 20 points higher than a typical US-based company. "Renaissance is committed to empowering K-12 educators, and that impact starts with our dedicated employees and the work they do each day," said Chris Bauleke, Chief Executive Officer at Renaissance. "By creating a supportive environment where everyone's contributions are valued, we empower our team to innovate and better equip educators with the resources to truly See Every Student." Fortune recognized Renaissance as one of the Best Workplaces in Education & Training, based on an analysis of responses from over 17,000 employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies in the industry. Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer welcoming, supportive environments and positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, work status, or other demographic factors. Recognition on this prestigious list means employees view Renaissance as one of the best companies in its industry. The Great Place To Work survey results emphasized Renaissance's commitment to people and purpose, with employee comments most often referencing "people," "mission," and "support." Other insights include: * Renaissance fosters a supportive, people-centered environment, with 90% of respondents agreeing that colleagues genuinely care about one another. * Renaissance culture values inclusion, with over 90% of employees reporting that they feel welcome and are treated fairly regardless of their demographic background. Renaissance fosters a people-first culture designed to support employees both professionally and personally. From Employee Resource Groups like Women of Renaissance and the Alliance for Mental Wellness to open mentorship opportunities, flexible work schedules, and volunteer initiatives, employees are encouraged to build meaningful connections and make a positive impact. During the company's recent CoreGiving Day, over 50 employees volunteered at local food banks nationwide to support efforts to combat hunger. "We are honored that Fortune named Renaissance among the Best Workplaces in Education & Training and pleased to receive a fourth consecutive Great Place To Work Certification," said Kim Mitchell, Chief People Officer at Renaissance. "These distinctions reflect the collaborative nature of our teams, which enable us to support educators in accelerating learning for all." Employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies are 67% more likely to look forward to coming to work and 53% more likely to experience a sense of purpose at work, according to a Great Place To Work study. Certified companies also experience higher retention rates and greater employee trust. About Renaissance As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. Through our comprehensive suite of connected solutions, we deliver powerful, aligned tools that support teaching and learning at every stage. Renaissance Intelligence, our first-of-its-kind Education Intelligence System, unifies assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum in one AI-powered workflow, turning real-time data into actionable guidance that helps educators personalize teaching and make informed decisions with confidence. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student. Learn more at renaissance.com. About Great Place To Work(R) Certification(TM) Great Place To Work(R) Certification(TM) is the most definitive "employer-of-choice" recognition that companies aspire to achieve. It is the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience - specifically, how consistently they experience a high-trust workplace. Great Place To Work Certification is recognized worldwide by employees and employers alike and is the global benchmark for identifying and recognizing outstanding employee experience. Every year, more than 10,000 companies across 60 countries apply to get Great Place To Work Certified. About the Fortune Best Workplaces in Education & Training(TM) Great Place To Work selected the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Education & Training(TM) by analyzing more than 1.3 million confidential employee surveys, representing the experience of more than 7.3 million workers in the U.S. in 2025 and 2026. Of those responses, over 17,000 came from employees at Great Place To Work Certified companies in the education and training industry, and this ranking is based on that feedback. SOURCE Renaissance
Renaissance, a global education technology company, has appointed Rajen Sheth and MaryEllen Elia to its board of directors. The appointments strengthen the board's expertise in educational leadership and emerging technologies as Renaissance expands its Renaissance Intelligence platform. Sheth is CEO and founder of Kyron Learning and formerly spent 17 years at Google, most recently as vice president of Google Cloud AI and Industry Solutions. He helped develop products used by millions of organisations and hundreds of millions of students worldwide. Elia previously served for 10 years as superintendent of Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida, the seventh-largest school district in the United States. She later became commissioner of the New York State Education Department. Renaissance operates in more than 110 countries providing pre-K–12 education technology.
Renaissance and Discovery Education announce partnership to advance instructional coherence and unified assessment insights. Collaboration brings Discovery Education Science Techbook assessment content into Renaissance, helping districts connect curriculum, assessment, and instruction. BLOOMINGTON, MN, and CHARLOTTE, NC (July 28, 2026) - Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K-12 assessment, reading, and personalized learning solutions, and Discovery Education, the creators of essential K-12 teaching and learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced a new partnership to streamline science assessment workflows by integrating assessment content from Discovery Education's Science Techbook core curriculum directly into the Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity platforms. As districts work to align instruction, assessment, and accountability goals, many face challenges navigating data spread across multiple systems. By bringing Science Techbook assessment items into DnA and SchoolCity, educators can access assessment questions and resulting data alongside benchmark, interim, district, and classroom assessment results, creating a more connected and actionable view of student performance. "This partnership represents another important step in our commitment to instructional coherence," said Todd Brekhus, Chief Product Officer at Renaissance. "Through initiatives like our Core Publisher Program and the launch of Renaissance Intelligence, we're bringing together curriculum, assessment, and actionable insights to help educators work more effectively. Integrating Discovery Education assessment items into Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity extends that vision by creating a more connected experience that streamlines workflows, reduces data silos, and empowers districts to align teaching, learning, and assessment around a shared view of student success." The integration enables districts to leverage results from Discovery Education Science Techbook assessment content alongside existing assessment data, supporting more informed instructional conversations and helping teams make better decisions for students. Supporting a more complete view of student performance Through this partnership, schools and districts can bring Discovery Education assessment items into the DnA and SchoolCity platforms they use to manage and analyze assessment data across their organization, helping create a more connected and coherent instructional ecosystem. Key benefits include: * A more complete view of student performance by analyzing results from Discovery Education Science Techbook standards-alignedassessment content alongside district, benchmark, interim, and classroom assessment data. * Reduced reporting silos through a unified assessment administration and reporting environment that provides one place to review results and inform instructional decisions. * Stronger alignment between curriculum and district initiatives by connecting classroom assessment data to broader accountability, improvement, and instructional goals. * More meaningful data conversations by enabling educators, PLCs, and leadership teams to compare performance across assessment opportunities and leverage data within existing reporting workflows. * Greater efficiency and flexibility through robust assessment creation, administration, scoring, and reporting capabilities already available within Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity. * Flexible administration options, including online and paper-and-pencil assessment delivery, with results captured in the same reporting environment to support consistent analysis and instructional decision making. DnA and SchoolCity also provide a range of accommodation and accessibility supports designed to help districts meet diverse student needs within familiar assessment workflows. * Seamless integration into existing district processes, allowing educators to administer Discovery Education assessment items within familiar workflows and testing environments. * Enhanced support for instructional coherence by connecting curriculum, assessment, and data-driven decision making to help educators act on insights and improve student outcomes. "Great instruction happens when high-quality content and meaningful assessment come together to inform what teachers do next," said Travis Barrs, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Discovery Education. "By making Science Techbook's standards-aligned assessment content available directly within Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity, this partnership gives educators a more connected view of student understanding so they can pinpoint gaps, adjust instruction, and differentiate with confidence." Together, Renaissance and Discovery Education are committed to helping educators simplify assessment practices, strengthen instructional alignment, and make better-informed decisions that support student success. About Renaissance As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. Through its comprehensive suite of connected solutions, Discovery Education, Inc. deliver powerful, aligned tools that support teaching and learning at every stage. Renaissance Intelligence, its first-of-its-kind Education Intelligence System, unifies assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum in one AI-powered workflow, turning real-time data into actionable guidance that helps educators personalize teaching and make informed decisions with confidence. Discovery Education, Inc. believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student. Learn more at renaissance.com. About Discovery Education Discovery Education is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. Discovery Education's solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company's portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. Solutions span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at discoveryeducation.com. Contact for Media Queries Only Kate Lilja Lohnes Lilja Communications for Renaissance (952) 893-7140 [email protected]
CODiE Awards honor Renaissance Math as Best Mathematics Instructional Solution. Technology · JUL 21, 2026 PR Newswire Industry peers recognize Renaissance's math instruction for the second consecutive year, highlighting lesson quality, actionable data, and alignment with c... Industry peers recognize Renaissance's math instruction for the second consecutive year, highlighting lesson quality, actionable data, and alignment with core curriculum BLOOMINGTON, Minn., July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology resources and insights, is proud to announce that the new Renaissance Math solution is the recipient of the 2026 CODiE Award in the Best Mathematics Instructional Solution category. Renaissance was also recognized as a finalist in the Best Use of AI in Education category. Honored for providing classroom-managed and supplemental instruction, Renaissance Math unifies assessment, teacher-led instruction, and targeted and adaptive practice in one connected workflow. Powered by Renaissance Intelligence, it gives teachers precise skill-level insights and aligned recommendations so they can personalize teaching while helping every student build strong conceptual understanding and procedural fluency. This is the second consecutive year the CODiE Awards have recognized Renaissance in the Best Mathematics Instructional Solution category. Renaissance Math evolves the award-winning Nearpod and Freckle experience into a fully unified system for math teaching and learning. "Through Renaissance Math, we are supporting teachers in delivering stronger instruction aligned with core curriculum to accelerate learning for every student," said Todd Brekhus, Chief Product Officer at Renaissance. "We are honored that our peers recognize how this technology provides the clarity and classroom-ready guidance teachers need to deliver impactful math instruction to every student, every day." During their review, industry experts reacted to how Renaissance Math empowers educators to deliver truly personalized teaching: * "Lessons are logically structured, and the interactive exercises effectively reinforce student understanding. The clean, intuitive design makes the platform both appealing and accessible to users." * "I like that teachers can make assignments with flexible groupings, which look so easy to do and are backed up by data. Thus, teachers are not guessing as to who needs to review or skip ahead... brilliant!" * "Amazing content library. I like the three ways for teachers to access (standards-based, textbook-based, or skill-based)." CODiE Awards judges also named Renaissance Intelligence as a finalist in the Best Use of AI in Education category. Launched earlier this year, Renaissance Intelligence is a groundbreaking system that unifies assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum with trustworthy, research-backed AI. In addition to math, the system powers Renaissance Assessment and Renaissance Literacy to amplify teachers' expertise and help learners thrive. All three solutions align with state standards and widely used core curriculum programs through partnerships and alignments with leading publishers. The CODiE Awards are the only peer-recognized program honoring excellence and innovation across the technology landscape. Each product undergoes a rigorous evaluation by expert judges and industry peers based on innovation, impact, and overall value. About Renaissance As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. Through our comprehensive suite of connected solutions, we deliver powerful, aligned tools that support teaching and learning at every stage. Renaissance Intelligence, our first-of-its-kind Education Intelligence System, unifies assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum in one AI-powered workflow, turning real-time data into actionable guidance that helps educators personalize teaching and make informed decisions with confidence. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student. Learn more at renaissance.com. SOURCE Renaissance Published by News Desk · WeeklyReviewer The WeeklyReviewer news desk monitors breaking developments around the clock - sourcing, verifying, and publishing real-time industry news across business, technology, politics, science, sports, and world affairs. Every story that comes through the Live Wire is reviewed for accuracy before publication, keeping our readers ahead of the curve without the noise.
Renaissance Math has won the 2026 CODiE Award for Best Mathematics Instructional Solution, marking the second consecutive year the company received this honour. The solution unifies assessment, teacher-led instruction, and adaptive practice in one connected workflow. Renaissance was also named a finalist in the Best Use of AI in Education category for Renaissance Intelligence, an AI-powered system launched earlier this year. The CODiE Awards represent peer recognition for excellence and innovation in education technology. Industry judges praised Renaissance Math's logically structured lessons, flexible data-backed groupings, and extensive content library with multiple access methods. The platform, which evolved from the award-winning Nearpod and Freckle experience, aligns with state standards and widely used core curriculum programmes through partnerships with leading publishers.