Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration Project Implementation Data-Driven Decision Making Banking Relationship Management Project Management Meeting Facilitation Product Adoption Strategies

Other Skills

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Team Management
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Public Speaking
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Strategic Planning
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Coaching
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Communication
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Time Management
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Teamwork
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Enthusiasm
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Detail Oriented
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Social Skills
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Innovation
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

BA/BS degree
5+ years of experience managing professional development teams
K-12 teaching experience with strong knowledge of K-12 education in Texas
Experienced people manager who fosters collaboration within and across teams

Requirements:

Lead, manage, and motivate a Texas regional team to deliver exceptional professional development and implementation support that drives IXL usage and student growth
Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to expand IXL’s footprint in Texas and strengthen customer relationships
Partner with Marketing to plan and execute regional professional learning events, including state webinars and IXL Live events, and stay informed on statewide initiatives to ensure alignment
Travel to support districts (up to 60% during peak season and up to 40% the remainder) and foster a culture of continuous learning with data-driven decision-making

IXL Learning

E-learning

About IXL Learning

At IXL Learning, we are passionate about improving learning for all. We apply technology in thoughtful and innovative ways to unlock students' innate curiosity, creativity, and desire for knowledge. IXL’s award-winning personalized learning platform is used by more than 14 million students worldwide. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs of each learner. And with over 100 billion questions asked and answered around the world, IXL is helping schools successfully use technology to improve teaching and learning. Studies have shown that IXL leads to higher test scores, predicts success, and benefits all students. Learn more about how IXL accelerates learning at: www.ixl.com/research IXL Learning’s other products include Rosetta Stone, the world’s leading language learning program; Vocabulary.com, the educational destination for improving literacy skills; Education.com, the most comprehensive library of learning activities for K-8 students; Wyzant, the nation’s largest tutoring network; and ABCya, the creator of over 300 educational computer games and apps for kids. Hear what our employees love about working at IXL: "At IXL, I take pride in knowing that the code we deliver helps educators and parents better understand how their children are learning. I love that my friends and family can understand the positive impact we have, whether or not they have any technical background. It's motivating to work on a team with supportive and highly capable coworkers who genuinely care about each other, the product, and our customers." - Adam Singer, Engineering Project Lead "I'm working with like-minded and different-minded peers to improve a part of our education system, something that I'm immensely invested in. Solving engineering challenges to continually improve our product, along with the people (and perks!) I encounter really keep me engaged in my work." - Jestin Ma, Software Engineer

Company type: SME

Industry: E-learning

Founded: 2018

Company size: 501 - 1000

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Job description

IXL Learning, a leading edtech company with products used by 15 million students worldwide, is seeking a Professional Learning Manager to manage the Texas regional team within the Professional Learning Group. #LI-MG1

As a Professional Learning Manager for Texas, you’ll lead, manage, and motivate a regional team of District Partnership Specialists and Professional Learning Specialists. You’ll set the vision and direction for the region and ensure districts across Texas receive exceptional professional development and implementation support that drives IXL usage and student growth. You’ll also collaborate with Sales and Marketing to expand IXL’s footprint in Texas and make a greater impact on student learning.

We are looking for an experienced manager who has led and developed teams focused on implementation and professional development for K-12 educators. You must be highly organized, well-spoken, strategic, and eager to lead and develop a collaborative, high-energy team.

This is a full-time remote position for candidates located in Texas.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Bring creativity and innovation to how we support districts, developing new strategies that strengthen implementations and help expand our impact in Texas #LI-REMOTE
Collaborate closely with the sales team to strategize and grow customer relationships within the region #LI-TEXAS
Partner with marketing on planning and executing regional professional learning events, including state-specific webinars and IXL Live events
Stay informed on statewide initiatives impacting K-12 schools and districts in Texas, and ensure IXL implementations and professional development are aligned
Travel to support districts, provide professional development, and observe team members—up to 60% possible travel during back-to-school season and up to 40% the remainder of the year
Build a strong culture of continuous learning and collaboration
Use data to identify trends and drive decision-making

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

BA/BS degree
5+ years of experience managing professional development teams
K-12 teaching experience with a strong knowledge of K-12 education in Texas
An experienced people manager who fosters collaboration both within and across teams
Exceptional presenter with a deep understanding of professional learning best practices
Adaptable and comfortable managing ambiguity and shifting priorities
Creative thinker and problem-solver
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
Must live close to a major airport

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer.