Professional Learning Manager, Texas

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking a Professional Learning Manager to manage the Texas regional team within the Professional Learning Group. #LI-EM1

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