Professional Development Specialist – Early Childhood through Elementary (Remote)

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

We are currently searching for a knowledgeable and experienced Trainer/Professional Development Specialist who is passionate about early childhood/elementary education to join our team. In this role, you will create and deliver original, customized content on a wide range of topics across the education landscape to industry leaders, families and educators. The position also involves presenting engaging in-field and virtual training sessions to support customer needs, as well as developing product alignments and other content-based assignments for our customers and colleagues.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of education best practices and extensive experience with various assessments and curricula. You must also be fluent in early learning education standards and initiatives, such as the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, CLASS, Environment Rating Scales and QRIS. Additional knowledge of elementary standards, RTI/MTSS or additional intervention frameworks is preferred. The ideal candidate will hold certifications recognized in the Birth–Age 8 field, including K–5. Real-world classroom experience and a background in presenting and delivering professional learning and keynotes is essential. Excellent interpersonal skills are a must. You’ll work closely with company executives and a variety of colleagues and customers—from parents and teachers to high-level administrators at the district and state levels. This position will require a minimum of 50% travel within the United States, pending CDC and internal travel guidelines. The ideal candidate will be located near a major national airport such as ATL, ORD, DFW, DEN, LAX, SFO, JFK, MCO, CLT, PHX, MIA, EWR, SEA, PHL, IAD, MSP, DTW or SLC.

A day on the job looks like this:

• Creating and delivering original, customized content on a wide range of topics across the education landscape to industry leaders, families and educators
• Presenting engaging in-field and virtual training sessions to support customer needs
• Developing product alignments and other content-based assignments for our customers and colleagues

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Strong background in creating, designing and delivering professional development content and keynotes
• Classroom experience required: Elementary; EC/Infant/Toddler is a plus
• Strong knowledge of current education mandates and initiatives at the elementary (K–6) levels; early childhood knowledge preferred
• CLASS reliability preferred (Pre-K), Infant/Toddler also preferred
• Fluency in Head Start and Early Head Start preferred
• Familiarity with Social-Emotional curricula and programs (e.g., Conscious Discipline, Second Step, Pyramid Model)
• Superb communication skills
• Ability to travel at least 50%+ within the U.S. to provide professional development training
• Teaching/administrative credentials and/or academic coaching expertise preferred
• Strong professional work ethic
• Exceptional organizational and operational skills, including managing multiple simultaneous projects, tight deadlines, calendars and various forms of communication (email, phone, Microsoft Teams)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and familiar with online presentation platforms

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain!

• Salary: $65,000-$80,000
• Uncapped commission structure
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefit options—choose what you like, ignore the rest
• Generous employee discount on products

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels includ