Professional Learning Solutions Director, STEM
Description
Great Purpose. Great People. Great Opportunities.
At Imagine Learning, we Empower Potential - in students, educators, and each other. As the leading provider of digital-first K–12 curriculum solutions, we’re committed to igniting learning breakthroughs that spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Every day, our team designs innovative tools that help educators personalize instruction and engage students in meaningful ways. We’re shaping the future of learning through our Curriculum-Informed AI™ approach - technology that understands instructional context, respects educator judgment, and transforms how teachers personalize learning at scale to unlock each student’s potential. Together, we’re reimagining what’s possible and transforming education.
That same spirit of innovation and purpose drives our team culture. At Imagine Learning, you’ll find opportunities for meaningful work, continuous growth, and connection with passionate colleagues who care deeply about making a difference. We celebrate collaboration, embrace change, and believe in lifelong learning - for our students and ourselves.
As a remote-friendly company, Imagine Learning offers flexible work arrangements across the U.S. and internationally. Most of our U.S.-based employees work from home or on a hybrid schedule at one of our office locations in Tempe, AZ (HQ), Austin, TX, Petaluma, CA, Rock Rapids, IA, or Bloomington, MN.
Imagine Your Impact.
The Professional Learning Solutions Director drives the strategic design and execution of professional learning initiatives across a designated region, content area, or strategic account, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budget parameters, and targeted market outcomes. This role encompasses leadership and team management responsibilities, including setting strategic goals, guiding staff toward high performance, and ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives. The Director is also responsible for employee development by selecting, managing, and cultivating a high-performing, knowledgeable, and motivated team. Strategy and implementation are central to the role, with oversight of professional learning delivery to ensure quality and efficacy, execution of learning plans aligned with customer goals, and responsiveness to feedback to drive continuous improvement and satisfaction. Additionally, the Director manages the financial aspects of professional learning programs, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, while identifying cost-saving opportunities and monitoring revenue streams to maintain alignment with organizational priorities.
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Position Information: This is a regular, full-time position reporting to the Director of Professional Learning Delivery.
Compensation: Base pay is anticipated to be between $95,133 and $102,000 per year. Eligible employees may also receive incentive/commission/annual bonus pay based on individual and/or company performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, individual skills, experience, training, education/certifications, geographic location, internal equity, and local market conditions.
Location: In this US-based position your location
will be remote.
Travel: You can expect up to approximately 25% travel during the off-season, increasing to 40–60% during peak season (typically 2–3 nights per week). For major events (such as Philadelphia), travel may increase to 4–5 days per week. Be sure you have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a clean driving record for at least the preceding 39 months.
Benefits: Imagine Learning provides a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including:
- Multiple health, dental, and vision plans, including medical plans with zero employee premiums
- 401k plan with a company match
- 16 paid holidays, which include 2 floating holidays and a winter shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
- Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive maternity and fertility/family building benefits
- Paid bonding leave when a new child joins your family
- Access to on-demand mental health resources
- Life and short and long-term disability insurance
- Pre-tax savings plans
- Paid volunteer time off
- A wide variety of professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement
- Work from home opportunities that foster work/life balance
Envision Your Experience.
In this role you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Select, manage, and optimize use of full-time and part-time staff to build a high-performing team
- Collaborate with Director of Professional Learning Delivery to align team strategies with overall professional learning objectives and organizational goals.
- Plan, recommend, and oversee delivery schedules to ensure high-quality, relevant sessions
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the applicable professional learning content area; identify cost-saving measures while maintaining service quality.
- Utilize Professional Learning & Development resources for training, certification, and coaching to support team growth and effectiveness.
- Coordinate territory assignments and training delivery schedules to achieve revenue targets and optimize costs, ensuring that adequate staff are certified in given solutions.
- Analyze data (including Salesforce and performance metrics) to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Partner with Account Executives and Customer Success to plan, manage, and implement professional learning initiatives for new and current customers.
- Ensure adherence to established communication protocols for consistency and professionalism.
- Facilitate creation and implementation of professional learning plans.
- Lead the team by sharing knowledge, strategies, and best practices for implementing solutions, ensuring that team members are well-versed in the latest approaches and methodologies
- Hold certification in at least one product area and deliver sessions as needed.
- Stay current with trends and research in applicable content solutions and subject areas, applying insights strategically.
- Maintain the ability and availability to work flexible hours and travel, including overnight and driving and maintaining a valid Motor Vehicle Driver License in state of residence and an acceptable driving record.
- Other duties as required
Share Your Expertise.
Experience, education, and qualifications essential for success in this role, include:
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Mathematics, or Science is required; and at least 7 years of educational experience including at least 5 years teaching Mathematics and Science and at least 3 years in leadership roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Deep knowledge and practical experience with problem-based learning as a key instructional approach in STEM or Humanities education is required for content area-based roles.
- Skilled in instructional coaching, team leadership, and influencing educational stakeholders
- At least three years of experience leading high performing teams
- Proven success delivering high-quality professional learning related to applicable subject and content area(s) as well as curriculum implementation.
- Strong understanding of effective technology integration to support instruction and learning across diverse content areas.
- Familiarity with current best practices in education pedagogy and curriculum adoption processes.
- Experience working with school districts and educational stakeholders to drive implementation results.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills with diverse audiences.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Proven ability to build and lead a collaborative, high-performing, results-driven team.
- Background in collaborating with sales teams and supporting revenue-generating activities preferred.
- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and travel up to 60% (overnight travel expected)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Teams, and cloud-based technologies
- Working knowledge of Salesforce and CRM systems (preferred)
- Ability to provide current Fingerprint Clearance Card or proof of application within 7 days
- Must have an acceptable driving record.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
Diversity and inclusivity strengthen our Imagine Learning team, enrich our lives, and help us design equitable educational experiences where learners see themselves and can also learn about people, cultures, experiences, and perspectives different from their own. Imagine Learning is proud to offer diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) workplace initiatives, including the DEI employee council, annual DEI conference, employee resource groups, and other opportunities for employees to connect with and support DEI initiatives throughout the year.
Imagine Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned), sexual orientation, marital status, religion (including religion dress and grooming practices), age 40 and over, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information (including results of genetic testing and characteristics), veteran and/or military status, or service in the military, and any other basis or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To all recruitment agencies: Imagine Learning does not accept agency resumes. Please do not submit candidates for consideration via our online application system, to Imagine Learning employees, or to any other organization location. Imagine Learning is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.