Amplify · 12 hours ago
Specialist, Professional Development Design, K-12 Math (Fixed - Term)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expAmplify is a pioneer in K–12 education, leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. The role involves designing and delivering professional development materials for math education to support educators in delivering high-quality instruction in classrooms.
EdTechEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Detailed Planning: When necessary, further detail project plans and timelines for implementation, ensuring all aspects are thoroughly planned and executed
Documentation: Assist in maintaining project documentation and records to ensure all project information is accurately captured and accessible
Identify issues & Propose Resolution: Identify issues and propose resolutions for any issues or obstacles that arise during project execution to keep projects on track
Outcome Reporting: Report on project outcomes and their impact to team leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability
Quality Control and Consistency: Ensure quality control and consistency across all deliverables, maintaining high standards of quality in all work produced. Follow guidelines and best practices set by senior team members to maintain project standards
Communication: Maintain open communication with team leaders regarding project status and contribute to team meetings with updates on individual progress
Product Expertise: Develop and maintain deep expertise in Math products within a suite
Design Alignment: Align PD design with product updates and prioritized areas, and ensure they meet user needs and industry standards
Training and Support: Understand evolving training needs related to the product, and provide support and guidance to ensure effective product use and implementation
Work across Teams: Partner with different teams to help develop and deliver training programs. Collaborate closely to ensure that all aspects of the training are effectively executed
Information Alignment: Share and receive key information to keep all teams aligned. This helps ensure that everyone is informed and working towards the same objectives
Incorporate Feedback: Gather input from various teams to refine and enhance training resources. Use this feedback to make necessary adjustments and improve overall effectiveness
Support Projects: Assist in managing collective projects by contributing expertise and solving problems. Collaborate to overcome challenges and achieve common goals
Ensure Clear Communication: Use collaboration tools to maintain clear and consistent communication across teams. Track progress and document updates to facilitate smooth project execution
Design Engaging Content: Develop training experiences that are engaging and effective, incorporating various formats such as facilitator-led sessions, interactive asynchronous courses, and virtual workshops
Utilize Diverse Formats: Employ a range of formats to cater to different learning styles and needs, including webpages, toolkits, videos, animations, and simulations
Tailor Training Resources: Customize training materials to align with specific business needs and customer requirements, ensuring relevance and applicability
Support Interactive and Virtual Learning: Create interactive elements within training resources, such as simulations and asynchronous resources, to enhance engagement and practical application. Design and facilitate virtual workshops and online training sessions to provide flexible and accessible learning opportunities
Develop Comprehensive Toolkits: Assemble toolkits with essential resources, guides, and templates to support effective learning and implementation
Act on Feedback: Utilize feedback from participants to continuously refine and improve training experiences, adapting formats and content as needed
Feedback Collection and Analysis: Systematically gather feedback from training participants, stakeholders, and other relevant sources to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of training materials and experiences
Continuous Improvement: Analyze feedback to identify areas for enhancement and make data-driven adjustments to training content, formats, and delivery methods to better meet learner needs and organizational goals. Regularly update and refine training materials and resources based on feedback and emerging trends to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness
Feedback Loop Management: Establish and manage structured feedback loops to facilitate ongoing dialogue between participants, stakeholders, and the training team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Work closely with stakeholders to align feedback with business objectives and ensure that training improvements support broader organizational goals
Innovation and Best Practices: Stay updated on industry best practices and innovations in training and development, integrating new methods and technologies as informed by feedback to enhance overall training effectiveness
Support Company and PD Team Responsibilities: Integrate and align your work with team and company priorities, actively contributing to the achievement of these goals
Engage in Team Commitments: Participate in and/or lead team commitments, including working groups, team meetings, projects, and other initiatives contributing to the overall success of the region
Adapt to Company Needs: Flexibly support various initiatives as needed, adapting to the changing needs of the organization and contributing to emerging projects or priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and at least 3+ years of PreK-12 classroom teaching experience
At least 2+ years of experience designing and facilitating professional development sessions for PreK-12 educators both in-person and online, at scale
Proven knowledge of adult learning principles and experience applying them when delivering learning experiences to adults
Strong knowledge around best practices for implementing high-quality instruction in Math in order for students to meet and exceed rigorous grade level standards
Demonstrated proficiency with instructional and visual design
Experience using Google Slides, video editing software, Easy Generator or other online course authoring tools, and Adobe Acrobat
Demonstrated proficiency building instructional materials in Activity Builder
Proven time management skills when managing multiple tasks
Excellent skill and comfort with technology-based productivity tools, including Google Applications and video conferencing programs (Google Meet, Zoom)
Preferred
2+ years of experience with the Amplify Math K-5, 6-A1, or High School curricula, ideally through curriculum design or PLS onboarding
Understanding and compassion for the role of the teachers and leaders
Experience working with diverse student populations (English learners, SPED, Gifted/Talented, etc.)
Experience using Canva, Wordpress, Photoshop and Figma
Benefits
401(k) plan
Competitive health insurance and mental health options
Basic life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Access to best-in-class development programs
Company
Amplify
A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and formative assessment.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$215MKey Investors
Cox Enterprises
2023-05-23Series C
2021-10-26Series Unknown· $215M
Leadership Team
Nathan Potter
Senior Vice President Engineering
Philipp Legner
VP of Mathigon
Recent News
Google Patent
2024-11-02
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