Learning and Development Specialist

We are seeking a Learning and Development Specialist to support the design, development, and delivery of engaging training programs within a growing educational organization.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in education, instructional design, and adult learning, along with the ability to develop effective training experiences across virtual and in-person environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to design and implement training programs that support educators and instructional professionals across multiple educational programs and services.
• Research educational trends, instructional methodologies, and professional development best practices to identify opportunities for training and continuous improvement.
• Assess the training needs of external partners and stakeholders, developing customized learning modules and live training sessions to meet specific objectives.
• Create engaging digital learning content covering instructional strategies, subject matter expertise, and effective teaching and learning practices.
• Develop and deliver training presentations for stakeholders across K–12 and higher education environments.
• Facilitate webinars, workshops, and professional development sessions on a variety of educational and instructional topics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to research, develop, and deliver professional learning opportunities for employees.
• Maintain and update training templates, resources, and materials, working with cross-functional teams to customize learning experiences.
• Learn new educational technologies, platforms, and internal systems, and develop training resources for both internal and external audiences.
• Manage and troubleshoot virtual learning environments and collaboration platforms, including learning management systems (LMS), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and SharePoint.
• Review and audit existing LMS courses to ensure training materials remain accurate, relevant, and up to date.
• Support additional learning and development initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in education, instructional training, learning and development, or a related field.
• Experience designing instructional materials, digital learning content, or structured training modules.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience using video editing software to develop educational or training content.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly, professionally, and constructively.
• Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth, continuous improvement, and the ability to provide and incorporate constructive feedback.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong understanding of teaching, learning, and professional development in virtual environments.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Must reside in the United States and be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable high-speed internet access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching, training, or developing instructional materials in K–12 or higher education settings.
• Experience facilitating virtual training, webinars, or professional development workshops.
• Experience developing customized training solutions for external partners or clients.