Since our founding in 2014, we have reached more than 30,000 students and counting. With our proven-to-work tutoring model and focus on relationship building, we have been able to reach students who need it most and support families, educators, and districts through our services. Whether that be through our work in providing direct solutions, building cutting edge products, or advocating for impact, our vision to make education equitable for all students is realized daily.

For more information about Saga Education's mission, vision, and services, please visit us at www.sagaeducation.org.

What We Do

Inside each student lives a story waiting to unfold. We know every student is capable of shaping a story of success—in school, and in life. But not every student has had a fair chance to see it. Saga Education envisions a world where students–especially Black and Latinx students–have equitable access to economic and social mobility. To achieve this, Saga seeks to establish high-impact, in-school-day math tutoring as an integrated part of a student's education, as a proven response to accelerating educational equity.

Our research shows our program works–not only to raise math scores but to foster the confidence and sense of belonging that underpin all academic success. As a trusted leader in building powerful tutoring programs, Saga provides the resources and tools to enable all districts to take advantage of our expertise. Saga has the evidence and experience to know what works.

What You'll Do

As a Learning and Development Specialist at Saga Education, your role focuses on creating and delivering targeted learning initiatives that empower our educators and staff. By enhancing their skills and knowledge, you improve our implementation of High Impact Tutoring and align directly with our vision of education for all.

Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, this role involves contributing to the creation, implementation, and delivery of various learning and development programs within our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Development:

• Assist in developing engaging and effective learning content, including instructional materials, course outlines, and training aids.
• Contribute to both soft skill and technical skill training content, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and learner needs.

Training Facilitation:

• Help facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars, creating an engaging and interactive learning environment.
• Support the logistics of training delivery, including scheduling, materials preparation, and technology setup.

Program Implementation:

• Assist in the implementation of training programs, following the guidelines and standards set by the ADDIE model and the Learning and Development team.
• Provide administrative support for learning initiatives, including tracking attendance, managing feedback, and maintaining training records.

SME Collaboration:

• Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure the accuracy and relevance of training content.
• Help in gathering inputs and feedback from SMEs for continuous improvement of training programs.

Learning and Development Support:

• Support the Learning and Development Manager and team in various L&D initiatives.
• Participate in the evaluation of training effectiveness, contributing to post-training reports and analysis.

What We'll Use To Measure Success

• Mission Alignment - You have a deep understanding of social injustice in education
• Collaborates -You build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives
• Action Oriented - You take on new opportunities and have a solutions-oriented approach
• Nimble Learning - You use both successes and failures to actively learn new lessons
• Communicates Effectively - You deliver clear, multi-mode communication to various audiences

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 2 years of experience facilitating, leading training programs, and creating training material
• Experience with navigating Performance and Learning Management Systems
• Understanding and experience implementing adult learning theory, preferred
• Experience with instructional design, a plus

What We'll Provide

Saga Education offers competitive compensation and benefits, which includes IVF coverage, paid parental leave, opt-in FSA, and telehealth benefits. Saga provides a generous PTO package including a paid Winter Wellness Break, an opt-in 401k with discretionary match and company provided technology. All employees have access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Saga 360 Wellness Program and DEIB events and initiatives.

Saga is committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. In compliance with the ADA, we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, contact recruitment@saga.org.

To remain at the cutting edge of educational innovation and impact, we celebrate and leverage our diversity in all of its intersectional identities and nurture a sense of belonging at all levels of the organization. We welcome ideas and perspectives from all employees to fulfill the full promise of our mission. Our diversity is our strength. We encourage veterans and people of all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply for this and all available roles.

Thank you for applying to Saga Education.

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