AI Professional Development Coordinator

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: North Carolina Teaching Certification Required

Residency Requirements: Must reside in North Carolina

The Professional Development and AI Coordinator is responsible for leading the strategic implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) integration and professional learning across elementary, middle, and high school grade levels. Reporting to the Director of Accountability and Curriculum, this role designs and delivers high-quality professional development aligned to instructional priorities while guiding the effective and responsible use of AI in teaching and learning. The Professional Development and AI Coordinator plays a critical role in building staff capacity, enhancing instructional practices, and preparing students to understand and use AI as a tool for learning in alignment with academic standards and organizational goals.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a strategic vision for AI integration across K–12 instructional environments
• Design and deliver professional development aligned to organizational priorities, including curriculum, instruction, assessment, and technology integration
• Provide training and ongoing support to teachers on the effective, ethical, and appropriate use of AI tools in instruction
• Support educators in integrating AI to enhance lesson planning, differentiation, and student engagement
• Develop resources and guidance to support student understanding of AI concepts and responsible use across grade levels
• Collaborate with the Director of Accountability and Curriculum to align professional development initiatives with data-driven instructional needs
• Plan and facilitate professional learning opportunities for staff across elementary, middle, and high school, as well as specialized program areas
• Evaluate the effectiveness of professional development and AI initiatives using data and feedback, and adjust accordingly
• Stay current on emerging trends, tools, and best practices related to AI in education and instructional technology
• Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistent implementation of professional development and AI practices

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Technology, or related field
• Three (3) or more years of experience in K–12 instruction, instructional coaching, or professional development
• Experience designing and delivering professional learning for educators
• Demonstrated experience integrating technology into instruction
• Ability to pass required background check

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of instructional best practices across grade levels
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence tools and their application in educational settings
• Ability to train and support educators in adopting new technologies and instructional strategies
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills
• Ability to translate complex concepts into practical classroom applications
• Experience working across multiple grade bands (elementary, middle, high school)
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and educational technology platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, or related field
• Experience in instructional coaching or leadership roles
• Experience implementing technology initiatives at a school or district level
• Familiarity with digital learning tools and AI platforms used in K–12 education

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level.  Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections.  Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range. 

Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position is virtual.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer. 

Job Type

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting stridecareers@k12.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.