Professional Learning Specialist

Jobtailor; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Curriculum Associates is seeking a driven professional development specialist to deliver targeted PD and on-site support for educators in Alabama. You will analyze data with teachers and leaders, guide classroom coaching, and help implement Ready and i-Ready programs across districts.

Travel up to 80% within the territory and collaboration with district leaders are essential. Bachelor’s degree required with 2+ years in teaching or PD, plus comfort using digital tools and online assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years teaching, coaching, or PD experience.
• Fluent with digital tools and online assessments.
• Comfort applying data with teachers and leaders.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles for PD.
• Ability to manage and evaluate program implementations.
• Strong classroom coaching capabilities.
• Willingness to travel within territory and attend company meetings.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted professional development and in-classroom support.
• Analyze data and help educators apply it to instruction.
• Manage daily project activities and communicate with district and site leaders.
• Support districts in selecting and implementing Curriculum Associates products.
• Support district-wide adoptions of the Ready program and i-Ready.
• Deliver professional development to teachers, coaches, and leaders on Ready and i-Ready.
• Provide tailored on-site support including lesson planning and data analysis.
• Develop and revise annual professional development plans with district leaders.
• Collaborate with teachers, students, districts, and Sales team.
• Represent Curriculum Associates’ mission-driven approach as a thought leader.
• Attend educational conferences and participate in professional development.
• Support districts across Alabama based on business needs.

Skills

Data Analysis

Professional Development

Curriculum Implementation

Classroom Coaching

Digital Tools Proficiency

Adult Learning Principles

Program Management

Common Core Standards

Online Assessments

Lesson Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

I-Ready

Ready Program

Online Assessment Tools

Digital Learning Platforms

Job description

• Provide targeted professional development and ongoing in-classroom support
• Analyze data and help educators apply it to instruction
• Manage daily project activities and communicate with district and site leaders
• Support districts in selecting and implementing Curriculum Associates products
• Support district-wide adoptions of the Ready program and i-Ready online diagnostic and instruction program
• Deliver professional development to teachers, coaches, and leaders on implementing Ready and i-Ready
• Provide tailored on-site support, including lesson planning, pacing support, data analysis, and implementation guidance
• Develop and revise annual professional development plans and schedules with district and site leaders
• Work with teachers, students, school districts, and the Sales team
• Serve as a thought leader representing Curriculum Associates’ mission-driven approach
• Attend educational conferences and participate in professional development
• Support districts across Alabama based on business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of experience in teaching, coaching teachers, or providing professional development
• Fluency using digital tools including online assessments
• High level of comfort discussing and applying data with teachers and leaders
• Understanding of principles of adult learning and how to apply them to professional development
• Ability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and ensure integrity of program implementations
• Ability to provide high-quality classroom coaching
• Willingness to travel within designated territory and to company meetings several times throughout the year
• Strong working knowledge of Common Core State Standards for Mathematics/ELA, Grades K-8, or comparable state standards
• Must currently reside in Alabama or be willing to relocate to the area
• Valid driver's license required
• Travel up to 80% is required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing professional development and in-classroom support for educators, with a strong focus on data analysis and implementation of educational programs like Ready and i-Ready. Proficient in managing project activities and collaborating with district leaders to enhance instructional practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Professional Development Delivery
• Data Analysis and Application
• Curriculum Implementation Support
• Common Core State Standards Knowledge
• Classroom Coaching

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Data Analysis
• Professional Development
• Curriculum Implementation
• Classroom Coaching
• Digital Tools Proficiency
• Adult Learning Principles
• Program Management
• Common Core State Standards
• Online Assessments
• Lesson Planning

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Adaptability
• Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Professional Development
• Educational Support
• Teaching and Coaching
• K-8 Education
• Alabama Education Standards

Tools & Technologies

• I-Ready
• Ready Program
• Online Assessment Tools
• Digital Learning Platforms