Professional Learning Specialist (Southern CA, Math)

EdSurge; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 64,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational solutions company seeks a Professional Learning Specialist to coach K-5 math teachers in Southern California. This full-time remote position involves developing professional learning sessions and collaborating with educators to enhance instructional practices. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, and offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

401k plan with company match

16 paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive maternity and family benefits

Access to mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Work from home opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of K-12 classroom teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Illustrative Mathematics.
• Proven track record of delivering professional development.

Responsibilities

• Coach and support K-5 teachers in problem-based learning.
• Coordinate on-site professional learning sessions.
• Analyze data to improve support for schools.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Online Video Chat

Job description

Professional Learning Specialist (Southern CA, Math)

Imagine Learning - Los Angeles, California or Remote - Full time

At Imagine Learning we empower potential by creating educational solutions that inspire boundless possibilities for every student, every day. We are passionate about innovating together to support educators in creating those special moments when students experience the joy of learning at its best.

We also empower our team through a strong culture focused on career growth and development, flexible work from home arrangements, interesting and meaningful work, and a supportive and connected team. As a remote-friendly company, hybrid and remote team members work from states across the U.S. and internationally. The majority of our US employees enjoy the opportunity to work from home, or in a hybrid capacity in our offices in Tempe, AZ (headquarters), Austin, TX, Petaluma, CA, Rock Rapids, IA, Grand Rapids, MI, or Bloomington, MN.

Imagine Your Impact.

The Professional Learning Facilitator will coach and support K-5 teachers of mathematics who are shifting their instructional practice from the gradual release of responsibility to problem-based learning. They are experts in the K-5 Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics curriculum and professional learning design and delivery. They will assist in the coordination of on-site professional learning sessions, learning walks, teacher coaching, and support for school administrators, adjusting sessions to fit the needs of the participants

For more information on what it’s like to work at Imagine Learning, including our culture, benefits, and products, visit usHERE.

To learn more about a typical applicant journey at Imagine Learning, clickHERE.

Position Information: This is a regular, full-time position, reporting to the Professional Learning Solutions Director.

Compensation: Base pay is anticipated to be between $64,678 and $88,500 per year. Eligible employees may also receive incentive/commission/annual bonus pay based on individual and/or company performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, individual skills, experience, training, education/certifications, geographic location, internal equity, and local market conditions.

Location: In this US-based position your location will be remote and must be residing in Southern California (south of Ventura, CA).

Travel: You can also expect up to approximately 60% travel (up to 90% during peak season), so be sure you have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance and a clean driving record for at least the preceding 39 months.

Benefits: Imagine Learning provides a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including:

• Multiple health, dental, and vision plans, including medical plans with zero employee premiums
• 401k plan with a company match
• 16 paid holidays, which include 2 floating holidays and a winter shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive maternity and fertility/family building benefits
• Paid bonding leave when a new child joins your family
• Access to on-demand mental health resources
• Life and short and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax savings plans
• A wide variety of professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Work from home opportunities that foster work/life balance

Envision Your Experience.

In this role you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with the Imagine Learning Professional Learning Design team to build and/or customize session content to fit the needs of the participants.
• Attend routine district meetings with the district team to review data, updates, successes, challenges, etc. and be prepared to discuss ongoing professional learning services and follow-up with the schools identified during the meeting.
• Schedule full-day sessions in one school, or two-three site visits a day, depending on the type of workshop or targeted support sessions conducted.
• Schedule visits in conjunction with school planning meetings and ensure visibility to all team members (Customer Success, Sales, Professional Learning).
• Work onsite in schools, or the district office at a minimum of 3 days a week, including designated Saturday PL events.
• Analyze and conduct in person meetings to review mid/end-of-year data with schools and local districts to improve support.
• Virtual attendance at ITS, or data review meetings requiring prior Professional Learning Solutions Manager approval.
• Provide detailed delivery notes in Google, Salesforce, NetSuite or Smartsheet, after every session.
• Follow up each site visit with an email outlining accomplishments, suggestions, goals, and objectives for the school/teachers, and the next check-in date.
• Send follow-up emails to the school contact person, account manager, account executives, and Professional Learning Solutions Manager.
• Maintain an updated calendar so that Account Executives and the professional learning solutions manager are aware of site visits.
• Participate in team check-in meetings, providing direction and leadership.
• Use electronic sign-in sheets for each session.
• Administer a participant survey after every session.
• Check in with administrators before and after each session.
• Deliver engaging, meaningful workshops and training that meet the identified needs of the educators.
• Schedule time after each training session to debrief with the professional learnings solutions manager when requested.
• Other duties as required.

Share Your Expertise.

Experience, education, and qualifications essential for success in this role, include:

• Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree strongly preferred) and at least 4 years of experience in K-12 classroom teaching and instructional coaching, and/or mentoring educators; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Experience teaching Illustrative Mathematics.
• 4 or more years of K-12 classroom teaching experience.
• 4 or more years of experience in instructional coaching and/or mentoring educators.
• 5 or more years of experience with blended and/or online learning.
• Current or past teaching certification in Mathematics is highly preferred
• Proven track record of delivering professional development, training, or consulting services in educational environments
• Strong curriculum and instructional experience, including work with key decision-makers in an educational setting.
• Ability to work remotely and independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle demanding timeframes and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Highly motivated with exceptional verbal and written communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a high-quality, results-driven, team-oriented environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, online video chat, and database software
• Ability to provide a current Fingerprint Clearance Card or proof of application within 7 days (upon hire)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Diversity and inclusivity strengthen our Imagine Learning team, enrich our lives, and help us design equitable educational experiences where learners see themselves and can also learn about people, cultures, experiences, and perspectives different from their own. Imagine Learning is proud to offer diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) workplace initiatives, including the DEI employee council, annual DEI conference, employee resource groups, and other opportunities for employees to connect with and support DEI initiatives throughout the year.

Imagine Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned), sexual orientation, marital status, religion (including religion dress and grooming practices), age 40 and over, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information (including results of genetic testing and characteristics), veteran and/or military status, or service in the military, and any other basis or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

To all recruitment agencies: Imagine Learning does not accept agency resumes. Please do not submit candidates for consideration via our online application system, to Imagine Learning employees, or to any other organization location. Imagine Learning is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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