Director of World Language Curriculum & Professional Learning
Description
WHO ARE YOU? You are a dynamic individual and educationally focused leader who can effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, drive initiatives, and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.
WHO ARE WE? We are passionate, innovative, lifelong learners, and creative thinkers working to develop culturally authentic language learning products for K-12 schools and universities.
WHAT’S THE ROLE ABOUT? As our K12 Director of World Language Curriculum and Professional Learning (DCPL), you will play a pivotal role in fostering strong relationships with educators, school districts, and educational institutions focused on customer training, sales presentations, and professional development. You and your team will create and execute go-to-market plans intended on driving growth for both our current and future language education programs.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
- Develop and implement comprehensive product training programs for K-12 educators, ensuring proficiency in utilizing our World Language solutions.
- Conduct product demonstrations, workshops, and presentations to school districts and educational institutions, highlighting the benefits of our offerings.
- Design and deliver professional development sessions for educators, focusing on best practices in World Language instruction.
- Provide ongoing support and resources to customers, addressing inquiries, concerns, and ensuring a positive user experience.
- Collaborate with the Editorial, Marketing, and Sales teams to create compelling and informative presentations that effectively showcase the value of our educational solutions for World Languages to potential clients.
- Train internal sales specialists and per diem consultants on effective sales strategies, program knowledge, and consultative selling techniques.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather feedback, address concerns, and contribute to product enhancements based on customer input.
- Assist in the completion of RFPs, BIDS and Proposal submissions as needed.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, pedagogical advancements, and educational technology to continuously enhance professional development offerings.
- Serve as an advocate for World Languages in K-12 education, play an active role in engaging with educational communities, attend industry events and conferences.
- Recruit, develop, and manage a team of national World Language Engagement Specialists as well as specialized per diem consultants and trainers.
YOU MUST HAVE (MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE):
- Bachelor’s degree minimum
- 10+ years of experience in K12 literacy and/or language sales, marketing and professional development/training
- Advanced level knowledge of the K-12 World language customer and market needs and experience in creating professional development training instruction and content.
- Knowledge of K-12 schools and purchasing practices as well as latest trends in Language, strategies and planning methodologies.
- Advanced communication, interpersonal, negotiation, editorial and presentation skills; Can communicate complex business and technical issues effectively with the ability to adjust tone and style to fit specific audience(s)
- Demonstrated experience effectively building, motivating, coaching, and collaborating with cross-functional teams (i.e. product development, sales, etc.) in agile environments to define, develop, and launch successful products.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Experience using sales technologies (CRM) to make data-informed decisions, create GTM plans based on variety of customer profiles and audience needs
- Ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced, cross-functional environment with agility, and a willingness to contribute new ideas while executing on decisions and taking accountability for changing priorities; Results-driven and self-motivated with a track record of achieving revenue goals
- Ability to travel up to 50% as needed and without restriction.
- Excellent leadership and team building skills; Easily inspires others within an organization, identify ways to improve systems, processes and workflows for efficiency and results; Balances tactical lens with strategic focus and leads team with a growth mindset
- Strong people management skills; can effectively set and direct priorities for department and cultivate talent while providing effective coaching and performance feedback
IDEAL IF YOU HAVE or ARE (PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE):
- Advanced degree (MA preferred)
- Working knowledge Salesforce.com
- Familiarity and/or experience with VHL products
LOCATION: Remote/Boston-Hybrid
Candidate can be located remotely within US or if within reasonable distance to Boston office, hybrid work schedule. Requires current residence within the United States of America. Relocation assistance is not available.
We are passionate, innovative, lifelong learners, and creative thinkers working to develop culturally authentic language learning products for K-12 schools and universities. Our benefits package includes life/health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), educational assistance, commuter pass subsidies, generous employee referral bonuses, PTO and paid holidays.
Vista Higher Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to: [email protected]
Links to OFCCP EEO POSTER & SUPPLEMENT:
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf