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Pearson

Feb 9

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Carson City
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You must have a relevant degree, experience in training or instructional design, strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
  • You will design training materials, drive sales, facilitate training sessions, evaluate program effectiveness, and collaborate with product management while staying current on industry trends.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resource, Business Administration, or equivalent required, advanced degree preferred
  • Proven experience in training and development, instructional design or related area
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated to meet deadlines independently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and leadership.
  • Knowledge of education (K-12 public/private/charter schools).
  • Adaptability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.
  • Certification in instructional design, project management, or adult learning principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Design and create high-quality, customized instructional materials, training modules, and resources aligned to product offerings.
  • Drive sales of professional development offerings against annual revenue goal.
  • Maintain a breadth of knowledge of all product offerings delivered by the organization.
  • Assist in the preparation of proposals and bids to relevant customer.
  • Develop and price custom professional development for large scale implementations.
  • Ability to accurately forecast sales projections and monitor pipeline.
  • Lead engaging, interactive training sessions, ensuring content is effectively communicated and understood.
  • Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and webinars as needed.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs through surveys, assessments, and feedback.
  • Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in professional development to ensure our programs are relevant, innovative, and best-in-class.
  • Spearhead the strategic identification, recruitment, and onboarding of external professional development (PD) organizations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and standards. This includes overseeing the selection process for both the development and delivery of tailored PD programs, as required, to meet the evolving needs of the business and its stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with Product Management to align training materials with the product roadmap, ensuring that the professional development content supports product features and functionality.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Professional Development Product Specialist role?

The primary focus is to design, implement, and manage professional development programs aligned to curriculum offerings for the Career and College Readiness business.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resource, Business Administration, or a related field is required, with an advanced degree preferred.

What type of experience is necessary for applicants?

Proven experience in training and development, instructional design, or a related area is necessary.

Is there a specific industry knowledge required for this role?

Yes, knowledge of K-12 public, private, and charter schools is required.

What skills are essential for success in this position?

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, self-motivation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Is knowledge of instructional design or project management beneficial for applicants?

Yes, certification in instructional design, project management, or adult learning principles is considered a plus.

What types of training formats will the candidate be expected to facilitate?

The candidate will lead engaging training sessions, workshops, and webinars.

What is the expected salary range for this position?

The minimum full-time salary range is between $95,000 and $110,000.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the Professional Development Product Specialist role is focused on helping others grow professionally, which inherently includes opportunities for the specialist's own development.

How does Pearson approach diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Pearson is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills in the community and emphasizes an equitable hiring process.

Can the role be performed entirely remotely?

Yes, this position is a remote role.

How does Pearson evaluate the effectiveness of its training programs?

Effectiveness is evaluated through surveys, assessments, and feedback from participants.

Will the Professional Development Product Specialist work with other departments?

Yes, this role involves collaboration with Sales, Sales Management, Product Management, and other internal departments.

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Pearson

We add life to a lifetime of learning.

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Mission & Purpose

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c.20,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world’s leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are.