Program Specialist

HR Pals & Recruiting Pals; California (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a full-time Program Specialist to lead initiatives like the Certified Educator Program. Ideal candidates will blend instructional design and project management skills and will collaborate closely with teams to support educator needs. This is a remote position, allowing flexibility and periodic in-person engagements.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Flexible, mission-driven workplace

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as classroom teacher, instructional coach, or administrator.
• Knowledge of asynchronous PD models, microlearning, educator certifications.
• Strong stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Certified Educator Program.
• Design and deliver microcourses for Professional Learning Hub.
• Support development of Effective Tech Guidelines.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Instructional Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

LMS platforms

Digital content creation tools

Job description

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a full-time Program Specialist to lead and support the development of their flagship educator-facing initiatives: the Certified Educator Program, the Professional Learning Hub. This position will also support the development of new Effective Tech Guidelines. Our client is looking for someone who blends instructional design expertise with project management and a strong understanding of educator needs and the evolving teaching and learning landscape.

You will work under the Director of Programs and in collaboration with internal teams and volunteer committees or workgroups to design, develop, and support these initiatives and additional program needs as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Certification Program Leadership

• Lead the development, pilot, and implementation of the Certified Educator Program
• Manage the Certification Design Committee: coordinate meetings, track decisions, and integrate feedback
• Create and maintain performance-based assessments, rubrics, and support tools
• Support the future development of Level 2 and specialty endorsement certifications

Professional Learning Hub (PL Hub) Content Development

• Design and deliver short-form, on-demand microcourses and learning paths
• Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts to ensure content quality and relevance
• Manage release timelines, content updates, and feedback integration
• Align all assets to UDL principles and our clients instructional design framework

Effective Tech Guidelines Development

• Launch and coordinate the Effective Tech Guidelines workgroup (Fall 2025)
• Facilitate meetings, synthesize recommendations, and draft practical, classroom-centered guidance
• Support the development of resources to promote adoption at the school and district levels

General Responsibilities

• Maintain project timelines, milestones, and deliverables across all initiatives
• Support volunteer committees and workgroups with logistics, communication, and documentation
• Collaborate with communications and events teams to promote learning opportunities
• Ensure all learning materials are inclusive, accessible, and equity-driven
• Provide occasional support at our clients in-person events or virtual trainings

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or administrator
• Experience in instructional design or curriculum development for adult learners
• Knowledge of asynchronous PD models, microlearning, and educator certifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience facilitating collaborative groups
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a remote environment

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and technology integration frameworks (ISTE, TPACK, SAMR)
• Experience with LMS platforms and digital content creation tools
• Comfort working with cross-functional teams and external contributors

Preferred Competencies

• Instructional design grounded in UDL and adult learning theory
• Skilled in content development for digital learning environments
• Strong stakeholder and volunteer engagement abilities
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and project management tools
• Equity-focused and learner-centered mindset

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 25% for events and trainings
• Extended periods of computer-based work
• Occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds for event support

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Location: Remote, with periodic in-person meetings or event attendance
• Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; generous PTO and paid holidays
• Culture: Flexible, mission-driven workplace with a small, dynamic team