Apple Professional Learning Specialist (Annual Support)

The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. For over 40 years, we’ve had the privilege of working alongside educators around the world. From that experience, we know that educators with powerful technology can unlock the unique genius in every learner, so they can make a difference. As an Apple Professional Learning Specialist, you will help educational institutions transform their teaching and learning environments with Apple products. You will provide leadership and planning support, build professional learning plans, and offer hands-on instructional coaching and mentoring to support educators in advancing their technology skills with an emphasis on innovation — to engage students in deeper learning. This is a full-time corporate position with Apple for approximately one year. This annual support position is based onsite in the posting location.

In this role, you will: - Collaborate with leadership to develop an effective learning plan for professional learning that supports the organizations goals. - Personalize and deliver professional learning experiences based on the strategic plans of the organization in support of their educators. - Support leaders, educators, and IT with the necessary skills and knowledge to ensure the effective use of digital resources through a shift in pedagogy and androgogy. - Leverage a variety of strategies to deliver professional learning experiences as needed using Apple technology. - Offer support, through coaching and mentoring, for educators in their use of Apple technology with a significant focus on accessibility to meet the needs of all learners. - Leverage research based strategies and data analytics to measure and report on the continuous improvement and success.

Bachelors degree required. Typically 7+ years of proven experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach and/or curriculum consultant required. Familiarity with Common Core State Standards and content standards. Clear understanding of the fundamentals of instructional design. Experience developing creative curriculums, specifically infusing digital resources to promote learning. Experience leading professional development activities such as mentoring colleagues, offering workshops locally or nationally, presenting at conferences, etc. Strong understanding of technology with hands-on knowledge of Apple products, software applications, and other education-related third party apps.

Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred. Instructional design and coaching experience in a K12 or Higher Education setting or one-to-one learning environment is a plus. Exemplary leadership skills in the successful implementation of digital resources in instructing and classroom learning across multiple curricular areas. Experience improving basic skills and achievement across core content areas. Experience delivering training and programs for students and parents on basic technology skills, the ethical and secure use of the Internet, and collaboration tools. Excellent knowledge and use of peripherals and apps to improve learning in areas such as math, science, social studies, English language arts and Special Education. Understanding of trends in the use of technology and national trends in education in general.