Professional Learning Specialist - Los Angeles Based position

CharacterStrong; Auburn (WA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New laptop computer

Annual Professional Development Budget of $1,000

401(k) Savings Plan

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

3 weeks Company-Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Time Off

Sick Days

Company Holidays

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks a Professional Learning Specialist to enhance the design and delivery of professional learning for educators. This role involves developing content, providing coaching, and facilitating engaging sessions for school partners in the LA area. Candidates should have significant experience in adult learning and a collaborative mindset. Remote work is expected, alongside local travel as needed. This position offers a competitive benefit package and the opportunity to make impactful changes in educational settings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience facilitating professional learning for educators.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory.
• Experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and trust with educators and school leaders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop professional learning content and facilitate high-quality sessions.
• Provide coaching and follow-up support to educators.
• Collaborate to enhance professional learning materials.
• Support in-person sessions or district events within the greater LA area.

Skills

Facilitation of professional learning

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Culturally responsive practices

Project management

Cultural responsiveness

Tools

Zoom

Google Workspace

Notion

LMS

Google Workspace

Job description

Professional Learning Specialist – Los Angeles Based Position

CharacterStrong invites an experienced professional to support the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of our Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) for partners in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). This role requires expertise across Tiers 1‑3 and the ability to design and facilitate high‑quality professional learning that supports implementation at every tier.

Position Description

As a key member of the Professional Services and Curriculum teams, you will develop professional learning content, facilitate virtual and in‑person professional development, and provide coaching and follow‑up support to educators and school teams. You will be the primary service provider for LAUSD and select partner districts, ensuring coherent, aligned, and impactful MTSS implementation.

Professional Learning Delivery & Coaching

• Facilitate engaging, high‑quality in‑person and virtual professional learning sessions aligned to CharacterStrong’s curriculum (Tiers 1, 2, 3) and implementation practices
• Provide virtual coaching calls and follow‑up support to educators and school teams to strengthen implementation fidelity and impact
• Serve as lead Professional Learning Specialist for LAUSD partners, building strong relationships with school and district leaders
• Support in‑person sessions or district events within the greater LA area

Content Development & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with the Director of Professional Learning Content to design, refine, and improve CharacterStrong professional learning content, materials, and session structures
• Contribute to the development and updating of content for CharacterStrong’s On‑Demand Professional Development platform
• Partner with Curriculum and Product teams to ensure PD content aligns with curriculum updates and educator needs
• Share field insights from LAUSD and other partners to inform ongoing content and service improvements

Implementation & Partnership Support

• Support schools and districts in understanding adult readiness, implementation stages, and effective PD structures
• Help customize professional learning experiences to meet district goals while maintaining alignment to CharacterStrong frameworks
• Act as a thought partner to educators around MTSS Tier 1‑3 practices and whole‑staff engagement

Collaboration & Team Contribution

• Work closely with the Professional Services team to align facilitation practices, tools, and messaging
• Participate in team meetings and reflective improvement cycles
• Model CharacterStrong’s values in all interactions with educators, partners, and teammates

Knowledge, Skills, & Dispositions

• Skilled facilitator and coach of adult learners
• Strong collaborator and communicator
• Self‑driven with integrity to commitments
• Growth‑oriented mindset (1% better)
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and responsive
• Empathetic, culturally responsive, and student‑centered

Work Environment & Travel

• Remote role with consistent virtual facilitation and meetings
• Local travel within the greater LA area for district or school support as needed
• Must reside within approximately a 40‑mile radius of the greater Los Angeles area and be able to support LAUSD partners
• Occasional regional or national travel for team and in‑person professional development events

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience facilitating professional learning for educators, including virtual delivery
• Experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, counselor, administrator, or similar school‑based role
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and facilitation best practices
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and trust with educators and school leaders
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
• Comfort using virtual platforms and tools (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, Google Slides, Google Workspace)
• Experience working with large urban districts, particularly LAUSD
• Background in social‑emotional learning, MTSS, PBIS, or whole‑child initiatives
• Experience contributing to professional learning content development or curriculum design
• Familiarity with implementation science or coaching for fidelity
• Experience using project/content tools such as Notion or an LMS
• Must reside within approximately a 40‑mile radius of the greater Los Angeles area and be able to support LAUSD partners

Benefit Package

• New laptop computer and other needed equipment
• Annual Individual Budget for Professional Development of $1,000
• 401(k) Savings Plan with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Support, and Well‑Being Programs
• 3 weeks Company‑Paid Parental Leave (after 6 months of active employment)
• Flexible Time Off, 6 Paid Sick Days, 11 Paid Company Holidays

Company Values & Norms

• We Produce Excellence – Producing timely, quality results and consistently asking “How can we make this 1% better?”
• We Take Full Ownership – Taking initiative to drive work forward, demonstrating responsibility when things do not go according to plan, and proactively closing identified gaps
• We Practice Kindness – Exercising inclusion, care, and empathy with others, balancing honesty with compassion, and cultivating the well‑being of self and others
• We Problem‑Solve – Identifying issues, analyzing for understanding, and taking action to implement the best possible solution

CharacterStrong values diversity and the unique ways team members establish connections with our student and educator populations. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and comply with all applicable labor laws.

Learn more about us at CharacterStrong.com!