Field Trainer

Tierra Encantada HQ•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

We are hiring for a Field Trainer to provide targeted training and in-classroom support across both corporate centers and franchise locations, with a clear distinction in scope and delivery. This role will support both our corporate and franchise locations. For corporate centers, this role is deeply embedded in classrooms, providing hands-on training, onboarding support for new teachers, and ongoing development to strengthen instructional practices and ensure consistency in program execution. For franchise locations, this role supports pre-opening and opening phases, traveling onsite to train teams on Tierra Encantada standards, systems, and expectations to ensure successful and aligned center launches. Across both environments, this role focuses on elevating the quality of care and education, reinforcing curriculum fidelity, and modeling best practices. The Field Training Specialist partners closely with Center Directors and leadership teams to support teacher development and drive consistency across all centers.

Requirements

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of experience in training development and delivery, ideally in an early childhood, education, or multi-site operational setting
Strong facilitation and public speaking skills
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for early childhood education and staff development
Strong classroom-based training and adult learning facilitation
Observation and feedback skills
Relationship-building and communication
Ability to influence without direct authority
Problem-solving and adaptability
Organization and follow-through
Significant time spent in classrooms providing hands-on training and support
Regular travel for franchise pre-opening and opening support
Onsite presence during center openings (up to 5 days as needed)
Occasional evening trainings
Ability to move between classrooms or centers as needed
Physical ability to fully engage in classroom environments (sitting on the floor, interacting with children, etc.)

Responsibilities

Provide in-classroom, hands-on training and support to teachers and classroom teams
Participate in onboarding support for new teachers during their first 30 days, including modeling and guided practice (up to 2 classroom observations in their first 30 days)
Observe classrooms and deliver clear, actionable feedback to strengthen teaching practices
Reinforce curriculum implementation, classroom management, and child engagement strategies
Support consistency and quality across classrooms through ongoing, embedded training
Travel to franchise locations during pre-opening and opening phases
Deliver structured training on Tierra Encantada standards, systems, and classroom expectations
Support franchise teams in preparing classrooms, implementing curriculum, and launching operations
Ensure alignment to brand standards and readiness prior to and during opening
Identify skill gaps within center staff and partner with Center Directors to support staff growth
Assist in developing targeted support plans for teachers as needed
Facilitate training sessions or refreshers based on center or network needs
Promote consistency in teaching practices across all locations
Ensure fidelity to curriculum, routines, and classroom expectations
Support centers in maintaining high-quality learning environments
Provide guidance on best practices related to child development and classroom operations
Partner with Center Directors and leadership teams to align on staff development priorities
Communicate observations, progress, and opportunities for improvement
Support broader training and opening initiatives as needed