Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Edmentum
Job overview
The Professional Development Specialist at Edmentum delivers professional services to enhance client outcomes and drive adoption of Edmentum's educational solutions, impacting student success.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coaching clients, analyzing data to optimize implementation, collaborating with administrators, driving program adoption, maintaining customer records, and traveling up to 70%.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $65,000 to $80,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, floating holidays, wellness day, and flexible time off.
Experience and skills
Requires 5+ years in educational consulting or edtech implementation, preferably with a Master's in Education, strong leadership, communication, analytic skills, and knowledge of K-12 education and state requirements.
Work environment and culture
Edmentum is a remote-first, inclusive company focused on innovation, customer satisfaction, and supporting employee well-being.
Company information
Edmentum is an educator and student-focused company providing tech-enabled learning solutions aimed at flexible learning environments and supporting educators.
Job location and travel
Position is based in Fairfax, Virginia with up to 70% travel required.
Application process
Applications are accepted until June 25, 2025, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities upon request.
Unique job features
The role emphasizes data-driven coaching and implementation fidelity, with a strong focus on client partnership and educational impact.
Company overview
Edmentum is an educational technology company that provides online learning programs and solutions for K-12 students, educators, and administrators. They make money by offering a range of products, including courseware, assessments, and practice tools, which schools and districts purchase to enhance their educational offerings. Founded in 1960 as PLATO Learning, the company has a rich history of innovation in digital education, evolving over the decades to meet the changing needs of the education sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience in delivering professional development and consulting services in education, emphasizing your ability to coach educators and drive program adoption.
Showcase your knowledge of educational trends, state accountability plans, and data-driven decision-making to align with Edmentum's focus on improving client outcomes through data analysis and best practices.
Apply through multiple platforms including Edmentum's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Professional Development Specialist role.
Connect with current Edmentum employees in the Customer Success or Professional Development divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on Edmentum’s remote-first culture or asking about their experiences with Edmentum’s learning technology.
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