Professional Learning Facilitator (CA) - Contract

Discovery Education Talent Team

1d • Remote

About The Position

We are looking for a highly skilled Professional Learning Facilitator – Contract in California to support K-12 partnerships by delivering professional learning sessions to customers that will result in successful implementation of Discovery Education’s products and services. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering professional learning, deep knowledge of adult learning theory, and an understanding of educational technology.
In This Role You Will:
Learn functional and educational aspects of the Discovery Education Experience and TechbookTM services (Math, Science, and Social Studies).
Understand the resources, structure, and content of the Discovery Education products/services.
Prepare thoroughly for all aspects of professional development deliveries.
Deliver high-quality professional learning sessions developed by our best-in-class content team.
Adapt to meet the professional needs of the participants in the sessions being delivered.
Possess the knowledge and skills to perform the work for which he/she is applying.
Partner with our contracting agency for timesheet and expense report fulfillment.
Work remotely with the ability to travel on behalf of Discovery Education from his or her home base.
Core Competencies for Success:
Able to work in a fast-paced, virtual environment
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Experience in facilitating quality professional learning for educators
Familiarity with educational technology and understanding of instructional practices
Strong knowledge of educational and professional development best practices
Ability to operate successfully in a virtual environment
Deep understanding of curriculum and instruction
Able to provide all of his/her/their own equipment (laptop, cell phone, etc.).
Credentials and Experience:
Minimum of 5 years in education in a K-12 setting
Ability to travel
Coaching experience
Familiarity with Discovery Education products
Content expertise in math and science
Working knowledge of the Science of Reading
School-based experience with Next Generation Science Standards
Fluent in Spanish
Legal right to work in the United States
This role is designed to be a part-time remote contract role as a W2 employee through our contracting agency.
This is a remote role that requires up to 90% travel within the state of California.
This is a contract-based role with pay tied to the type of work performed. Rates are as follows: preparation and meetings at $30/hour, project-related travel at $15/hour, and facilitation at $60/hour. Contractors are engaged on an as-needed basis, and the mix of work varies by project. Total earnings depend on project scope, scheduling, and volume of assigned work, with facilitation representing the highest earning opportunity.
Discovery Education is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery Education is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. To that end, we strive to recruit and maintain a workforce that meaningfully represents the communities we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, protected veteran status or disabled status, or genetic information.

Requirements

• Able to work in a fast-paced, virtual environment
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience in facilitating quality professional learning for educators
• Familiarity with educational technology and understanding of instructional practices
• Strong knowledge of educational and professional development best practices
• Ability to operate successfully in a virtual environment
• Deep understanding of curriculum and instruction
• Able to provide all of his/her/their own equipment (laptop, cell phone, etc.).
• Minimum of 5 years in education in a K-12 setting
• Ability to travel
• Legal right to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Coaching experience
• Familiarity with Discovery Education products
• Content expertise in math and science
• Working knowledge of the Science of Reading
• School-based experience with Next Generation Science Standards
• Fluent in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Learn functional and educational aspects of the Discovery Education Experience and TechbookTM services (Math, Science, and Social Studies).
• Understand the resources, structure, and content of the Discovery Education products/services.
• Prepare thoroughly for all aspects of professional development deliveries.
• Deliver high-quality professional learning sessions developed by our best-in-class content team.
• Adapt to meet the professional needs of the participants in the sessions being delivered.
• Possess the knowledge and skills to perform the work for which he/she is applying.
• Partner with our contracting agency for timesheet and expense report fulfillment.
• Work remotely with the ability to travel on behalf of Discovery Education from his or her home base.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees