CharacterStrong

K-12 character development curriculum and professional learning opportunities.

Professional Learning Specialist

Learning and DevelopmentLearning and DevelopmentFull TimeRemoteTeam 11-50H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

68 days ago

Salary

$75K - $95K / year

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Facilitate engaging, high-quality in-person and virtual professional learning sessions aligned to CharacterStrong’s curriculum (Tiers 1, 2, and 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 a 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. • 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 improvements to content and services. • 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, 2, and 3 practices and whole-staff engagement. • 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.

Job Requirements

  • 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 a learning management system.
  • Must reside within approximately a 40-mile radius of the greater Los Angeles area and be able to support LAUSD partners.

Benefits

  • New laptop computer and other needed equipment
  • Annual Individual Budget for Professional Development of $1,000
  • 401k 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

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