We're hiring a Professional Development Specialist!

The Professional Development Specialist will primarily be responsible for delivery of virtual learning programs, including, but not limited to, new educator orientation (NEO), eCDA, and annually required teacher training. Virtual facilitation includes training delivery, classroom set-up and management, and facilitating flipped learning discussions and assignments. Each Professional Development Specialist will also be assigned additional rotating duties including, but not limited to, training design, leading training projects, data management and reporting, on-site training, and managing cohorts of learners.

What you will be doing in this role:

• Successfully deliver virtual learning experiences to large groups across time zones, including webinar room set-up, manage attendance, effective delivery, facilitate conversation, and support learners.

• Proficiently use virtual learning platforms, troubleshoot basic issues, and create solutions.

• Provide a learning experience that is effective and supportive, ensuring learner meets and learning outcomes.

• Monitor and support new educations progress through orientation. Create a welcoming and supportive experience.

• Facilitate cohort webinars and/or calls, forums, and individual calls with all participants.

• Guide eCDA students through completion of documentation requirement of the Council for Professional Recognition such as the development of the Professional Portfolio and filing their CDA Credential Application to earn their credential.

• Keep records up-to-date, track student progress, submit data in a timely manner, communicate with student supervisors, and contribute to program evaluation.

• Implement training design principles and follow internal adult learning standards to create training materials.

• Organize and facilitate in person trainings, as needed, including new center opening as assigned.

• Build relationships with center leaders, offering support, guidance, and resources.

• Contribute to or lead additional projects, as assigned.

What we hope you will bring to this role:

• Three years’ experience in early childhood classrooms, experience with teacher supervision or training; prior experience as an early care and education program leader and as a trainer or facilitator required.

• BA or BS degree in ECE or closely related field; (or AA with education plan to complete in Three years) required.

• Five years’ experience in early childhood classrooms, with at least three years’ experience with teacher supervision or training as a program leader, two years experiences as a trainer or facilitator preferred

• BA or BS degree in ECE or closely related field preferred

• Must have proven ability with online learning and webinars. Proven skill in training design and delivery. Quick learner, flexible skillset, ability to manage multiple projects at once, resourceful and resilient. Highly skilled communicator, and intermediate level experience and skill with technology required. Skilled in MS office. Excellent organization skills required.

• Experience in Project Management preferred.

• This role will be based out of a home office, with travel up to 25% of the time.

• Must be able to set up training rooms and sit at a desk for many hours.

This role has the following employment benefits:

• Health Care

• Retirement

• Sick Leave

• Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

The compensation for this role is $58,000.

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.

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Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866

Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English and EEO – Spanish along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.