Professional Learning Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Deliver targeted professional development and continuous in-classroom support.

• Analyze data and assist educators in integrating it into their instruction.

• Oversee daily projects and maintain communication with district and site leadership.

• Aid districts in choosing and implementing Curriculum Associates products.

• Become proficient in the company’s online Diagnostic and Instruction program and Common Core offerings.

• Support district-wide adoptions of the Ready program and the i-Ready online diagnostic and instruction system.

• Provide professional development for teachers, coaches, and leaders on the implementation of Ready and i-Ready.

• Offer customized on-site assistance, including lesson planning and pacing support.

• Assist leaders in identifying evidence of implementation successes and challenges.

• Collaborate with district and site leaders to create and update annual professional development plans and schedules.

• Act as a thought leader for Curriculum Associates.

• Participate in company-sponsored educational conferences and engage in team development activities.

• Work collaboratively with various stakeholders, such as the Sales team, educators, students, and school districts.

• Travel up to 80%, including overnight stays and transportation by car, plane, and/or public transit.

• Provide support to districts throughout North Alabama and across the state as business needs arise.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 2+ years of experience in teaching, coaching educators, or delivering professional development.

• Proficient in using digital tools, including online assessments.

• High level of comfort in discussing and applying data with educators and leaders.

• Understanding of adult learning principles and their application to professional development.

• Capability to manage, monitor, evaluate, and uphold the integrity of program implementations.

• Ability to deliver high-quality classroom coaching.

• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory and attend company meetings several times a year.

• Strong working knowledge of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics/ELA, Grades K–8, or equivalent state standards, including content and practice standards.

• Must currently reside in North Alabama or be willing to relocate to the area.

• Valid driver's license required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employer-contributed 401K.

• Company cell phone.

• Opportunity to retain all travel points for flights and hotels booked for work-related travel.

• Mileage reimbursement may be available for eligible travel.

• Attend educational conferences relevant to the role.

• Participate in company-provided educational conferences and team development activities.

• Supportive work environment with feedback loops, a robust virtual community, and shared best practices.