Teaching Operations Analyst

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our talented team who makes it all possible. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who push the boundaries of technology. We create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world’s innovations. Within the Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) division we have reimagined K-12 education through our virtual school and curriculum offerings. Our schools, Connections Academy and Pearson Online Academy, provide a best-in-class online learning environment for K-12 students to acquire the skills and confidence they need to adapt and thrive in a changing world. We also support school districts with curriculum, teachers, and technology as they make the shift to online. The COVID-19 pandemic introduced significant disruption and transformation to the K-12 learning market. And as a result, our category has seen explosive growth and our business has experienced enormous increases in awareness and enrollments. This presents an incredible opportunity for our team to chart a ground-breaking path through this shifting environment to achieve continued success.

Company Summary:

Since 2001, our Pearson Virtual Schools division has reimagined K-12 education with full-time virtual schools for students who want a personalized, more flexible approach to learning. Our flagship products and services include Connections Academy, US-based online public charter schools; Pearson Online Academy, a global online private school; and Pearson Online Classroom, our comprehensive online school program for school districts nationwide.

Position Summary:

Working from their home office, the Student Clubs & Activities Analyst will lead the selection, development, and implementation of assigned K–12 student clubs and activities. The Student Clubs & Activities Analyst will serve as a leader for innovation in developing and implementing virtually delivered clubs and activities. Responsibilities include reviewing and revising existing K–12 clubs and activities, supporting the development of new offerings, and managing the implementation of selected clubs and activities. Successful candidates will have a strong background in developing and managing student activities, as well as a passion for fostering collaboration and social interaction among students. An ideal candidate will have strong technology skills including working on several online platforms at once, presenting in a virtual environment, and expertise in both Microsoft® Office programs and Google™ tools.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute day to day operations of assigned clubs and activities, and events

• Launch, teach, and manage K–12 student clubs and activities to meet program needs and instructional best practices for both synchronous and asynchronous formats;

• Provide subject matter expertise as needed for assigned club and activity efforts;

• Develop and deliver LiveLesson© presentations to support clubs and student engagement;

• Develop an expertise in assigned clubs, and seek new and innovative ways to enhance student experience;

• Collaborate with software development, multimedia standards & design team and other teams that support Clubs & Activities to define and refine the clubs and activities development and implementation system requirements;

• Coordinate with various cross-departmental team members and third-party content and course providers;

• Maintain prompt effective communication about clubs and activities events, timelines, and implementation (e.g., Message Boards, WebMail communication, fliers, newsletter blurbs, etc.);

• Analyze data, monitor to evaluate the effectiveness and performance of assigned clubs and activities, and seek ways to implement changes for improvement;

• Stay current on recent social networking, student collaboration, and instructional strategies, trends, and initiatives;

• Contribute to improved retention of students by providing engaging extracurricular clubs and activities and virtual socialization opportunities; and

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, curriculum, training, or related field

• Minimum of three years successful K-12 teaching experience (or related work experience in education)

• Familiarity with online socialization tools

• Minimum of two years of curriculum development experience with the integration of third-party content preferred

• Knowledge of Accessibility WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.0 standards preferred

• Experience with Pearson Online Classroom and Adobe Connect preferred.

• Proficient in online technology (especially with Microsoft® Office programs, Google™ tools, learning management platforms, Windows 10, and web conferencing software)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively meet deadlines

• Ability to support multiple simultaneous projects and solve problems; project management experience preferred

• Must enjoy a challenging work environment that requires flexibility, self-direction, creativity, and effective communication skills

Capabilities:

• Student/Customer Centric— act with strong student mindset in delivering content in an online setting

• Communications— a great communicator who engages others with thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate.

Behaviors:

• Works effectively as part of a team, as well as independently

• Effectively deals with change

• Takes personal responsibility—self-starter, can be relied on to complete assignments on time and with fidelity, demonstrate “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring and exploiting new opportunities

• Works well in a matrix— able to collaborate, solve problems with peers, and build trust and support, acts on feedback

Pearson Virtual Schools is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees, including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions. We believe that flexibility in work/life balance is a critical part of our culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide to our employees the ability to work from anywhere, anytime. In exchange, we require that employees have the means to work remotely, including adherence to our work at home policies about home office setup, including but not limited to privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and expectations.

The anticipated starting salary range for Colorado-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $48,000-$52,000. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.

Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose – to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world’s leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.

Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here: http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law.

Job: LEARNING DELIVERY

Organization: Virtual Learning

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Req ID: 5516