Professional Learning Specialist

At 806 Technologies our mission is to create a world of innovative schools. We provide software solutions and Professional Learning that help streamline and focus the education administration process so administrators can spend more hours focusing on students. Based in Plano, Texas we are a leader in compliance monitoring software for federal programs, with customers across the United States. Our company is recognized as the go-to source for improvement planning software and support.

Job Summary

The Professional Learning Specialist should provide exceptional training and support in all 806 Technologies software and Professional Learning offerings. The Professional Learning Specialist should prioritize and manage multiple tasks while maintaining the outstanding level of service our clients expect from 806 Technologies.

Every effort has been made to ensure a complete job description. However, this document in no way implies that these responsibilities are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position especially where the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for the role. 806 Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate. All employment decisions are based upon qualifications, merit, and business need.

Essential Job Functions

• Plan, prepare and conduct software training and Professional Learning for Local Education Agencies (LEA) via webinar or in person.

• Use working knowledge of school improvement processes to support customers’ development, implementation, and evaluation of improvement plans.

• Support customers through phone calls, emails, and Zoom meetings.

• Effectively foster and build relationships with customers.

• Quickly develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment including learning our software and staying proficient as software updates occur.

• Use working knowledge of ESSA laws and regulations to support federal programs’ customers.

• Identify, research, and communicate the state education laws and ESSA laws that apply to our software for 806 Technologies’ customers.

• Occasionally travel to work at and attend conferences and/or provide onsite training.

Additional Responsibilities and Requirements

• Comply with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.

• Interact in a tactful, diplomatic, and professional, manner with customer/clients, supervisors, and co-workers to provide a safe, efficient, and positive experience which ensures customer/client retention and quality service.

• Maintain a dependable attendance record and adhere to standards of cleanliness.

• Any additional duties assigned by management

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Must reside in California

• Master’s Degree in Education Administration, or related discipline preferred.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Access, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.

• Proficiency in virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, Google Meets, Slack) preferred.

• Minimum 2-3 years in school district administration role(s).

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication formats.

• Must be proactive, possess a high degree of initiative, and eagerness to learn/adapt.

• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with a high commitment to quality.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must thrive in a dynamic environment

Working Conditions

Monday-Friday, remote setting. Some travel will be required.

Cognitive and Physical Demands

• Daily/majority of the non-training/traveling day: sitting, computer work, screen time, keyboarding, typing, wrist flexing/extension and other repetitive movements.

• As needed: Training/conference activities require long periods of standing and may involve setup/tear down activities. Traveling requires safe operation of vehicle, standing, and sitting which varies based on mode of travel.

• Daily/consistent: Use of professional judgment in alignment with 806 Technologies values and policies, ability to communicate effectively verbally and written, translate high level instructions into an executable process flow, and to complete medium to large projects with minimal assistance and supervision

• Frequently: Learning new software applications and recalling important processes

• Occasionally: kneeling, standing, reaching, twisting, grasping, and lifting (up to 20 pounds).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently live/ plan to relocate in California?

Experience:

• School District Level: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote