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Midwest Seasonal Training Guide - Contractor Role - Remote

Posted 12 weeks ago
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USA
Project Management
Communication Skills
Professional Learning
Education
Human-centered Design
Universal Design FOR Learning

Overview

Wayfinder is focused on transforming K-12 education to help students develop meaningful lives. As a contractor, you will support a team dedicated to purpose-driven education.

In Short

  • Support Wayfinder trainers in delivering professional learning experiences.
  • Engage educators and help them implement Wayfinder curriculum.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on project management.
  • Bring strong interpersonal and communication skills to the role.
  • Contribute to a purpose-driven organization with a commitment to inclusivity.
  • Utilize human-centered design principles in educational tools.
  • Collaborate with diverse teams and educational partners.
  • Seasonal contractor position with no guarantee of full-time employment.
  • Ideal candidates are organized and have an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Help educators solve real-world problems in their classrooms.

Requirements

  • Proven track record in project management.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication abilities.
  • Enthusiasm for working in education.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience with human-centered design is a plus.
  • Commitment to inclusivity and diverse identities.
  • Willingness to engage with various educational partners.
  • Passion for helping educators and students succeed.
  • Ability to facilitate engaging learning experiences.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a dedicated team.
  • Engage in meaningful work that impacts education.
  • Flexible work environment.
  • Gain experience in a purpose-driven organization.
  • Collaborate with diverse educational partners.
  • Contribute to innovative educational tools.
  • Seasonal role allows for varied experiences.
  • Potential for future opportunities within the organization.
  • Work with a team that values inclusivity and belonging.
  • Support educators in making a difference in their classrooms.

Wayfinder

Wayfinder

Wayfinder is an innovative organization founded at the Stanford d.school, dedicated to transforming K-12 education by fostering purpose, meaning, and belonging among students. With a vision to become the leading social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum company globally, Wayfinder aims to double its impact each year. The company values access, equity, diversity, and belonging, which are reflected in its products, team composition, and partnerships with a wide range of educational institutions. Wayfinder employs human-centered design principles to create engaging and developmentally appropriate learning tools, ensuring that every student has an equal opportunity to succeed. The team is composed of individuals from diverse backgrounds, committed to collaboration and a shared sense of purpose, while actively seeking to support traditionally underrepresented populations in the tech and education sectors.

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