Professional Learning Specialist

Discovery Education

. Deliver engaging professional learning experiences in virtual and in-person environments .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,600 - $76,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and delivering professional learning experiences for K-12 educators, utilizing adult learning principles and effective instructional practices. Capable of building trusted relationships and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance educational outcomes.

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Professional Learning DesignAdult Learning TheoryK-12 Education ExperienceCoaching and ConsultationData-Driven Improvement

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Hard Skills

Professional Learning Content CreationFacilitation of LearningNeeds AnalysisImplementation MonitoringInstructional Practice Support

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingClear CommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Industry Keywords

K-12 EducationInstructional PracticesVirtual LearningIn-Person LearningFeedback Utilization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver engaging professional learning experiences in virtual and in-person environments
Facilitate learning grounded in adult learning principles and support educators in translating learning into instructional practice
Adapt delivery, content, and implementation approaches based on participant, partner, and business needs
Design, create, and maintain professional learning experiences and supporting resources across multiple delivery formats
Use feedback, implementation insights, and data to improve existing content and inform new offerings
Ensure professional learning resources remain aligned to Discovery Education products, quality standards, and partner needs
Provide coaching and consultation supporting educators and school leaders in implementing effective instructional practices
Conduct needs-analysis conversations and recommend professional learning solutions aligned with partner goals
Monitor implementation progress and recommend adjustments supporting sustained impact
Collaborate with Partner Success, Sales, Product, and Professional Learning colleagues
Communicate partner needs, progress, risks, and opportunities to internal and external stakeholders
Build trusted relationships promoting a consistent and impactful partner experience
Coordinate professional learning engagements, scheduling, and implementation activities
Maintain accurate records of partner interactions, activities, and implementation progress
Flex across content development, facilitation, coaching, consultation, and implementation based on customer demand and business priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field required
A minimum of 5 years of teaching or relevant K-12 education experience
A minimum of 2 years of experience designing and/or delivering professional learning for K-12 educators
Knowledge of adult learning theory, effective pedagogical practices, and evidence-based professional learning
Demonstrated success creating professional learning content and/or facilitating professional learning in virtual and in-person environments
Demonstrated success coaching educators or supporting instructional implementation through observation, feedback, consultation, or related models
Ability to travel based on assignment, customer demand, and seasonal business needs; overnight travel may be required
Legal right to work in the United States
Ability to deliver engaging, learner-centered experiences in virtual and in-person environments
Ability to create meaningful professional learning experiences and resources grounded in adult learning principles and effective instructional practices
Ability to support educators and school leaders through job-embedded coaching, needs analysis, consultation, observation, and feedback
Ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to communicate clearly and work across teams
Ability to use feedback, implementation insights, and qualitative and quantitative data
Ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, solve problems, and adapt to evolving needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus
Remote position
Travel may include overnight travel