[Remote] District Partnership Specialist, Southwest Virginia or Northeast Tennessee

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. IXL Learning is a developer of personalized learning products used by millions globally, and they are seeking a District Partnership Specialist to join their Professional Learning team. This role involves guiding school districts in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee through the implementation of IXL's technology and services, ensuring tailored plans for each district's goals, and delivering professional development.


Responsibilities

  • Serve as an IXL implementation expert, supporting large, complex districts with their IXL implementation
  • Partner with district leaders in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee to create and implement a professional development plan that supports a successful IXL implementation aligned to their goals and initiatives
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders across districts, including district leaders, principals, and teachers, to ensure a consistent implementation
  • Travel in Virginia and Tennessee to deliver professional development, meet with district and school leaders, visit classrooms, and provide other hands-on implementation support— 40% - 60% travel
  • Partner with the Sales team to effectively manage and grow customer relationships, including supporting districts piloting IXL and other pre-sales opportunities
  • Deliver high-quality live and virtual professional development sessions to drive engagement and usage of IXL
  • Analyze and use data to drive decision-making and strategize next steps

Skills

  • BA/BS degree
  • Experience as a K-12 educator, with 5+ years of experience delivering professional development in K-12 settings
  • MUST either have experience as a school or district administrator OR have extensive experience delivering PD to these audiences
  • Experience leading a district or school instructional initiative or curriculum adoption
  • An analytical, strategic thinker who can interpret data and develop effective plans that drive implementation
  • Exceptional presentation skills; comfortable presenting to teachers and administrators
  • Excellent interpersonal skills—dynamic, enthusiastic, upbeat individual who connects well with others and has a positive, collaborative attitude
  • Organized, methodical, and detail-oriented; ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently, from start to finish
  • Self-starter and quick learner with a passion for improving education through technology

Company Overview

  • At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. It was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in San Mateo, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.ixl.com/.

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