Senior Director Of Content Strategy

Title: Senior Director of Content Strategy
Reports to: Vice President of Content Development & Social Impact
Department: ContentDevelopment & Social Impact
Type of Position: Project-based FTE (2/22/24-12/31/24)
Hours per Week: 40
Pay: Salary

Company Overview:

Do you enjoy making a difference in a child's life, transforming education, and evolving learning? Come join Teachstone, the interaction company! Teachstone® was founded in 2008 to deliver the Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS®) nationwide and around the globe. Developed through years of research, the CLASS observation tool measures the interactions between teachers and children, which have been shown to drive learning and lifelong achievement. Teachstone helps organizations conduct classroom observations and provides professional development so that teachers improve, and children learn more. Our online subscription service, myTeachstone, simplifies CLASS implementation by combining observation data with a robust library of CLASS resources and professional development.

At Teachstone, everything we do is about improving the ways teachers interact with their students. We train coaches and observers, build and deliver online support programs, design professional development – all of it grounded in one proven fact: the interactions teachers have with students have a lasting impact on their academic and developmental success. By helping educators describe, measure and improve their interactions and relationships with students, Teachstone is transforming education nationwide, one interaction at a time.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Content Strategy. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the educational ecosystem and a proven track record of creating impactful professional development content.

Responsibilities:

• Content Strategy Leadership: Collaborate with the VP of Content Development and Social Impact to develop and execute a comprehensive Content Strategy aligned with the company's mission, vision, values, and goals. Support the development and implementation of Content development processes that increase efficiency and velocity and that drive innovation.

• Team Management: Inspire a team of Content developers, instructional technologists, instructional multimedia specialists, and subject matter experts to create high-quality, impactful, and engaging professional development content.

• Innovation and Trends: Stay abreast of educational trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure that our content remains cutting-edge and relevant.

• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and product management, to ensure seamless integration of Content strategies across the organization.

• Measure Impact: Articulate metrics needed to ensure that our products have the intended outcomes and track progress toward team and company goals.

• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy, effectiveness, and alignment of Content with industry standards (& specifically ensuring that our content adheres to IACET accreditation standards).

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: A master's or doctoral degree in education, instructional strategy, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in Content Strategy, curriculum development, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Educational Expertise: In-depth knowledge of education systems, professional development practices, and familiarity with the challenges and opportunities within the education sector.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Innovative Thinking: Demonstrated ability to think creatively, identify opportunities for innovation, and implement new ideas.

• Technology Skills: Familiarity with educational technology tools and platforms.

Teachstone is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic data, political affiliation, or any other status protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture.