Online Training Manager

Soccer Shots Franchising; Middletown Township (PA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Stronger Youth Brands seeks an Online Training Manager to oversee our LMS platforms and drive instructional design across the SYB portfolio of brands, including Little Kickers and Soccer Shots. You will translate adult learning theory into engaging online courses and collaborate with subject matter experts to own course development and deployment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in instructional design or related field, 3+ years in online learning, and strong project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, learning technology, education, or adult learning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two LMS systems/portals: updates, communications, learning content, user training, and vendor contact.
• Lead instructional design strategy: develop learning materials and online tracks for franchisees and various audiences.
• Act as adult learning SME for Stronger Youth Brands.

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Flexible schedule

Do you….

• enjoy blending creativity, education, and operational excellence to empower coaches?
• have experience building training modules and frameworks for adult learners?
• believe in the positive impact of sports and enrichment for young children?
• want to leave a lasting impact on families and teams from around the world?

Then keep reading!

Hi! We're Stronger Youth Brands (“SYB”), the headquarters and support team behind a portfolio of leading youth enrichment franchise brands, including Little Kickers and Soccer Shots (United States). Together, our brands provide high-quality sports and enrichment experiences for hundreds of thousands of children and families around the world.

We're seeking a passionate and highly organized Online Training Manager to oversee the online coaching experience for all brands in the SYB portfolio. By applying adult learning theory and instructional design, this person will develop engaging courses and modules in collaboration with various subject matter experts, and “own” our Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Why is this role important to us?

At Stronger Youth Brands, we believe exceptional programming starts with exceptional coach training and development. As our global Little Kickers and Soccer Shots franchise businesses grow to serve more (and more!) children, it's essential that we make our best-in-class curriculum, practical learning resources, and tools available and easy to use for our franchise business owners and coaches.

Today, we have thousands of coaches in +36 countries who use our two LMS systems. This newly added position on the SYB team will lead the charge in translating our coach training & resources to laptop and smartphone screens worldwide!

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee two LMS systems/portals
  • Facilitate content updates and communications (in collaboration with marketing)
  • Manage learning content and tools
  • Provide user training and system troubleshooting
  • Primary vendor contact
• Lead Instructional design strategy
  • Develop and lead instructional design strategy
  • Develop learning materials and supports for franchisees to support coach development
  • Develop online learning tracks for a variety of audiences
  • Co-create learning content with curriculum and training team
• Act as adult learning subject matter expert for Stronger Youth Brands
• Support identifying, evaluating, creating, and launching new training offerings and platforms

About the Company, Culture & Commitment

Our company's vision is to provide beloved growth experiences for children and a remarkable experience for every family. Through our portfolio of youth enrichment brands, we help children develop confidence, character, physical literacy, and a lifelong love of learning and movement.

Our dedicated Stronger Youth Brands team supports franchise businesses around the world, delivering impactful programming in local communities. We are committed to providing our franchise partners with exceptional resources, training, and support so they can focus on creating meaningful experiences for children and families.

Our Interview Process

Following submission of a resume/application, selected candidates will be invited to:

• A 30-minute video interview with the HR team (Microsoft Teams)
• A 1-hour video interview with the Director, Curriculum & Training (Microsoft Teams)
• A final small-panel interview, in-person or via Microsoft Teams

We're seeking a hard-working team player with:

• Passion for the Stronger Youth Brands mission and a strong alignment with our core values
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in instructional design, learning technology, education, or adult learning.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in Online Learning environments.
• Experience with instructional design software (i.e., Storyline, Captivate, iSpring, Easygenerator, Create+, Camtasia, etc.)
• Strong organization and project management capabilities
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
• Ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A growth mindset and desire to continuously learn, improve, and help others succeed.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport.
• Must have or obtain required federal/provincial/local clearances to work in schools and childcare facilities with children without supervision.
• A background in early childhood education or coaching is a plus!

This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week. Ideal candidates are either based out of the United Kingdom or Canada, with the ability to work remotely from home. Some travel (international and domestic) and occasional evening or weekend commitments may be required during conferences, training events, and busy seasons. Flexible scheduling options are available.

Pay

In the United Kingdom: £39,000 - £42,000 per year

In Canada: $55,000-$65,000 CAD per year

Stronger Youth Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This is a remote position.