Learning and Development Specialist - Newton, MA

Bright Horizons Children's Centers•Newton, NE

14h•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Learning and Development Specialist will contribute to professional development and training projects and provide support for implementation and application. This Hybrid role requires in-person work at our Newton, MA headquarters. Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company that helps employees thrive at work and at home by partnering with employers to offer high-quality child care, elder care, and educational support. Our workplace reflects this commitment—with collaborative environments, meaningful benefits, and a culture that supports both career growth and personal well-being. Whether you’re caring for children or powering the systems and partnerships that make it all possible, at Bright Horizons, you’re the difference .

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Learning & Development or related field
3 years in a role designing and developing adult learning projects/ programs and training
Must be willing to travel up to 6x a year

Nice To Haves

Other qualifications include eLearning design acumen
Must have intermediate MS Office skills and be able to learn new technologies
the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Project management experience required
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills, including developing systems
Early childhood education experience or knowledge is desirable

Responsibilities

Contribute to the overall strategy and innovation in the assigned team about how professional development and training can impact company and department goals
Contribute to multiple aspects of a project from proposal stage to production ensuring quality assurance, usability, implementation and application support, and outcomes are met
Coordinate logistics for training initiatives and serve in a producer role when necessary
Understand and monitor IACET standards compliance
Contribute to the design of professional development and training programs and resources using instructional design principles, the ADDIE or SAM model, and using a variety of delivery methods such as instructor led workshops, computer based training and enhanced PowerPoint materials
Collect and track training need information including field requests, state requirements, and Bright Horizons requirements
Contribute to review, revision, and curation of current professional development and training materials
Understand the levels of learning measurement, contribute to the design of measurement tools and strategies, assess results, and make recommendations based on measurement results
Effectively use eLearning software tools such as: Prezi, Camtasia, Articulate, and video production/ editing software
Assist with logistical aspects of internal conferences and produce department training webinars
Contribute to the development of training tools and job aids to help trainers/facilitators increase acumen and impact
Collaborate with other departments on special projects and initiatives as required