What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Learning Facilitator - Contract (Los Angeles, CA) position at Discovery Education?
We are looking for a highly skilled Professional Learning Facilitator – Contractor 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
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.
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.
- Edit or create presentation slides and collateral.
- Possess the knowledge and skills to perform the work for which he/she is applying.
- Partner with Magnit Global for timesheet and expense report fulfillment.
- Work remotely with the ability to travel on behalf of Discovery Education from his or her home base.
- 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.
- Knowledge on how to edit and create content using digital tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Tools, and other apps.
- 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.
- Coaching experience.
- Familiarity with Discovery Education products.
- Preferred Content expertise in math and science.
- Working knowledge of the Science of Reading and CKLA.
- School-based experience with Next Generation Science Standards.
- Live in the Los Angeles area.
- Ability to travel to sites to deliver professional learning and support events.
- Legal right to work in the United States.
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.
