Description

Position at Imagine Learning

Great Purpose. Great People. Great Opportunities.

At Imagine Learning we empower potential by creating educational solutions that inspire boundless possibilities for every student, every day . W e are passionate about innovat ing 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 . The majority of our employees enjoy the opportunity to work remotely from home within the US, 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 .

Are you a former teacher looking for an incredibly flexible seasonal opportunity that allows you to continue to positively impact the lives of students and teachers without being in the classroom? If so, our Seasonal Professional Development Specialist position may be exactly what you've been looking for! As an experienced and successful professional educator, you'll provide content specific support, training, and guidance in the implementation of our blended and online learning programs in the K-12 environment . You'll deliver workshops and sessions to teachers and instructional personnel on how to integrate digital solutions into their curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices, develop and modify student individualized learning paths, design classroom assessments, and run assessment reports. You'll deliver fee-based, engaging, small and large group presentations . Workshops are delivered virtually (webinars) or onsite, based on the request by the school district.

Position Type : This is a seasonal per-diem type position that works as needed on specific assignments .

Compensation : Base pay is anticipated to be between $150.00 (half day rate) and $550.00 (full day rate) for delivery of professional development sessions . Other pay rates apply for preparatory work. 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 in California. Ideal candidate must live in California.

Travel : You can also expect up to approximately 10-20 % travel, 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: I magine 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
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bonding leave when a new child joins your family
• Life and short and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax savings plans
• Paid volunteer hours and annual giving events
• A wide variety of professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Work from home opportunities that foster work/life balance

Envision Your Experience .

This mission critical role provides you with maximum flexibility to work during normal business days/hours, as your schedule allows. Hours fluctuate based on business demands, with peak times being July through October. During these months, our Seasonal Professional Development Specialists are highly engaged and busy working. In the off-season, November through June, hours are minimal. In this role you are free to decline assignments that conflict with other plans you have, provided you have some availability during the peak season. Please note that no minimum number of hours per week can be guaranteed for these positions. This role is best suited for you if you want to earn extra money, particularly over the summer, but don't require a set minimum earnings level each week or month. This is a per diem position with a highly variable/customizable schedule and is based out of your home office in the US with travel to school sites for professional development delivery, as needed.

Share Your Expertise .

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

• A bachelor's degree (graduate degree strongly preferred) and at least 2 years of experience with blended and/or online learning (5 or more years preferred).
• Must have K-12 Math or ELA experience.
• Current or past teaching certification.
• Experience delivering successful professional development, training, and/ or consulting services in an educational environment is strongly preferred.
• Teaching and/ or curriculum and instruction experience, including interacting with and influencing key decision-makers is preferred.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.
• Ability to lead consulting projects proactively, delivering services on time and within budget.
• Highly motivated, with demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills, self-directed and able to handle multiple priorities with demanding timeframes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff to create a high-quality results-driven, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and overnight travel is expected.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, online video chat and database software.
• Ability to provide a current Fingerprint Clearance Card or provide proof of application within 7 days (upon hire).

Our C ommitment to D iversity, E quity, I nclusion, and B elonging (DEIB+) .

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. We strive to hire, develop, and retain talented people who represent the diversity of the districts we serve. By developing initiatives that focus on the needs, expectations, and lives of our people, we've created an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential.

Imagine Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status , or any other protected status . Imagine Learning will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals as required by law.