Implementation Specialist, Chicago

IXL Learning
Chicago, IL
Remote

Who this role is best for

Geared toward instructional leaders comfortable with travel and district-level implementation support, this role emphasizes collaboration with educators and a focus on mid-size districts in the Midwest.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in instructional coaching and school leadership who enjoy working with mid-size districts in the Midwest
    — “support mid-size districts in the Midwest”
  • Individuals who thrive in high-energy, collaborative environments and value mission-driven education technology work
    — “collaborative, high-energy environment”

Things to consider

  • This role requires up to 60% travel during back-to-school season, which may impact work-life balance
    — “up to 60% possible travel during back-to-school season”
  • The position demands a strong ability to present to both teachers and administrators effectively
    — “Exceptional presentation skills; comfortable presenting to teachers and administrators”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with district-level implementation and measurable outcomes from professional development initiatives
    — “create and implement a professional development plan that supports a successful IXL implementation”
  • Emphasize your ability to analyze data and use it to inform strategic decisions for educational improvement
    — “analyze and use data to drive decision-making and strategize next steps”
  • Showcase your ability to build and maintain strong relationships with district leaders and educators
    — “partner with district leaders to provide implementation support to mid-size districts”
  • Demonstrate your enthusiasm for using technology to improve education, aligning with IXL's mission-driven culture
    — “passion for improving education through technology”
  • Include examples of managing multiple projects from start to finish in your resume or interview responses
    — “ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful IXL implementation
  • high-quality professional development
Typical background
5+ years of experience teaching in a K-12 setting

Skills & requirements

Required

Professional DevelopmentData AnalysisInstructional CoachingEdtech PD

Preferred

Sales SupportStrategic Planning

Stack & domain

IXL ImplementationProfessional DevelopmentData AnalysisInstructional CoachingSchool LeadershipEdtech PDCommunicationPresentationProblem SolvingCollaborationStrategic ThinkingEducationTechnologyProfessional LearningK-12

About the role

Original posting from IXL Learning

IXL Learning, a developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an Implementation Specialist to join our Professional Learning team and support mid-size districts in the Midwest.

At IXL Learning, professional learning is more than delivering training; it’s about partnering with educators to transform teaching and learning in their classrooms, schools, and districts. As an Implementation Specialist, you will support mid-size districts to ensure a successful IXL implementation. You’ll serve as a reliable partner and IXL expert, sharing practical strategies for using IXL to advance their district initiatives, delivering high-quality professional development, leading data reviews, and supporting strategic planning. Through your work, you’ll help districts move from adoption to consistent, effective use of IXL that drives student growth. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized, instructional leader who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy environment. The ideal candidate is a polished communicator and engaging presenter with experience in instructional coaching or school leadership, and is excited to travel to support districts throughout the Midwest. #LI-REMOTE

This is a full-time remote position for candidates living in Chicago, Illinois. #LI-EM1

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Partner with district leaders to provide implementation support to mid-size districts  

Collaborate with school and district partners to create and implement a professional development plan that supports a successful IXL implementation 

Travel regionally to support assigned districts, including facilitating in-person professional development and conducting quarterly visits —up to 60% possible travel during back-to-school season and up to 40% the remainder of the year

Deliver high-quality live and virtual professional development sessions to drive engagement and usage of IXL

Analyze and use data to drive decision-making and strategize next steps

Partner with the Sales team to effectively manage and grow customer relationships, including supporting districts piloting IXL and other pre-sales opportunities

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

BA/BS degree

5+ years of experience teaching in a K-12 setting; instructional coaching, school leadership, or edtech PD experience strongly preferred  

2+ years of experience providing professional development

Experience supporting district implementations strongly preferred

Exceptional presentation skills; comfortable presenting to teachers and administrators 

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

Self-starter and quick learner with a passion for improving education through technology

Strategic thinker and problem-solver

Must live close to a major airport

The base salary range for this full-time position is $80,000 to $95,000 + potential bonus eligibility + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options, matching 401k retirement plan, paid time off and sick days, paid parental leave subject to plan terms and eligibility.

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 and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category. 

Source: IXL Learning careers

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