Professional Development Specialist (Per Diem)

Catapult Learning • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $480 - $560 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students. Join Catapult Learning and become a part of a national organization with a legacy of more than 45 years of student impact.

Professional Development Specialist
Per Diem | Hybrid in Los Angeles, California
Position Details:
Positions begin in the current school year 2025-2026.
Per diem (minimum number of hours are not guaranteed).
Schedules vary based on individual school needs.
Skills needed in elementary school experience, middle/high school experience, math/science/STEM and ELA background
How you’ll be there for educators and students:
Be their career guide. Be their collaborator. Be their consultant.
Our PD Specialists equip teachers/school leaders with exceptional life-long experiences. Be there for them by building their skills in key instructional areas like literacy, math, STEM, technology implementation, and blended learning. The ripple effect of your impact will be felt by countless students as their teachers and school leaders leave every interaction with you better equipped to deliver on our promises to students. With our resources and ongoing support, you can be wholly present and do what you love to do: create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment that fosters student growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Experience teaching math, literacy, science or other relevant curriculum.
• Experience delivering professional development workshops to adult educators.
• Experience coaching teachers and/or school leaders either cognitively, instructionally or within a specific content-area focus in mind.
• Must live in Los Angeles.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Microsoft Office experience
• Skills needed in elementary school experience, middle/high school experience, math/science/STEM and ELA background

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree

Responsibilities

• Host dynamic and collaborative planning conferences that unleash the creative potential of educators.
• Coach, train, and mentor teachers individually/one-on-one.
• Craft creative example lessons that captivate students.
• Lead interactive professional development workshops when needed.
• Research and demonstrate instructional strategies.
• Foster a culture of active participation and vibrant open discussions.
• Ensure all educator development is completed successfully.
• Provide report documentation as required.
• Communicate actively with directors regarding activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive per diem pay.
• An attractive and robust suite of benefits for full-time employees: employees who work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for insurance benefits (health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and more) and our 401k plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development, advancement, and paid training.
• Carefully curated professional development materials and lesson plans.
• Employee assistance program.
• A generous time off policy: employees who work 15 or more hours per week are eligible for sick and personal time; holidays and other periods when schools are closed are paid for full-time, salaried roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time