Assessment Implementation Specialist

IXL; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in EdTech is seeking a passionate Assessment Specialist to join their Professional Learning team. This full-time remote role offers a unique opportunity to empower K-12 schools and districts by leveraging IXL’s innovative assessment suite. You will collaborate with various teams, provide valuable insights on assessment trends, and deliver engaging professional development sessions. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, possesses strong analytical skills, and is dedicated to improving educational outcomes through technology. Join a mission-driven company that values collaboration and diversity, and make a real impact in the world of education.

Qualifications

• Expertise in K-12 assessments and data-driven strategies to enhance student achievement.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to create assessment resources and support implementation.
• Deliver professional development sessions to drive customer engagement with IXL assessments.

Skills

K-12 assessment expertise

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Education

Experience as a Director of Assessment or comparable role

Job description

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an Assessment Specialist to join our Professional Learning team. In this role, you will be a trusted expert on K-12 assessment trends and help empower schools and districts to leverage IXL’s assessment suite to achieve their goals and initiatives. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, and Curriculum teams to ensure districts have the tools, resources, and support needed to successfully implement IXL’s assessment suite.

We are looking for a candidate with expertise in how K-12 schools and districts use assessments and data to drive student achievement. The ideal candidate is strategic, highly organized, well-spoken, and thrives in a collaborative, high-energy environment.

This is a full-time remote position for candidates in the United States.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Collaborate with internal teams to create assessment resources
• Serve as a consultant to districts implementing IXL’s assessments
• Support internal teams in deepening their knowledge of assessments and data
• Deliver high-quality live and virtual professional development sessions to customers to drive customer engagement and usage of IXL
• Travel domestically to deliver professional development and meet with district leaders – up to 40% possible travel
• Use data to drive decision-making and strategize next steps
• Support district and state-level sales opportunities as needed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Experience as a Director of Assessment, or comparable role, at the district or state level
• Expertise in educational assessments, including diagnostics, benchmarks, universal screeners, and common assessments
• Experience implementing a variety of assessments at the district, county, or state level
• Demonstrated passion and expertise in analyzing data, interpreting insights, and developing strategic plans to drive outcomes
• Exceptional presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills - dynamic, enthusiastic, upbeat individual who connects well with others and has a positive, collaborative attitude
• Organized, methodical, and detail-oriented; ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently, from start to finish
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Self-starter and quick learner with a passion for improving education through technology
• Strategic thinker and problem-solver
• Must live close to a major airport

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

• 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
• Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
• Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.