Head of US Professional Development (PD)

From lab-grown meat to the mysteries of the gut-brain axis, from renewable energy to feeding colonies on Mars, Stile is helping science teachers (aka superheroes) prepare students for the challenges of today and the unknowns of tomorrow.

Our mission? To create the best science curriculum in the known universe. We’re equipping students with the critical thinking skills and problem-solving tools they’ll need to tackle the biggest issues facing the world.

We know that however grand our mission is, the true impact of a curriculum can only be realized when paired with the right training and professional development. That’s where you come in.

We’re looking for a passionate Head of US Professional Development (PD) to lead our charge. You’ll help science educators across the country master the art of teaching with Stile to improve student outcomes, engagement and wellbeing.

Why this role rocks:

• Collaborating with teachers on a daily basis: You’ll get to spend time in classrooms all across Oregon and North Carolina, working directly with teachers and students to help bring Stile’s resources to life using evidence-based practices.
• Empowering educators: You get to help teachers discover new strategies, tools, and resources that make their work more impactful. By supporting educators, you’re indirectly reaching hundreds of students who will benefit from these enhanced teaching practices.
• Continuous learning and growth: Developing and delivering PD means you’re constantly learning yourself. You stay updated on the latest research and innovations in education, ensuring your sessions are relevant and impactful.
• Creativity and innovation: Developing great PD sessions requires finding engaging ways to present material—through hands-on activities, collaborative exercises, and thought-provoking discussions. It’s a perfect blend of pedagogy and performance, bringing content to life and actively involving participants. 
• Building a community of practice: Through delivering PD, you create a community of educators who can support each other. You’re not just a trainer; you’re a connector, helping teachers share their own strategies and experiences in a supportive environment.
• Seeing real-world results: There’s nothing quite like the feedback from teachers who notice positive shifts in their classrooms after implementing strategies or effectively using the features and resources you’ve shared. It’s tangible proof that you’re making a lasting impact—both immediately as they apply new ideas and over the long term as these practices become embedded in their teaching. 

What you'll be doing:

• Developing PD: You'll create and sustain a suite of US-specific professional learning modules, ensuring they are top-notch and aligned with current research. This involves adapting existing resources and building new ones from scratch to meet the unique needs of US teachers and schools.
• Leading engaging PD sessions: You'll lead professional learning sessions that leave teachers inspired and prepared to implement best practices. This includes delivering demonstration lessons, full-day workshops, conference presentations, and webinars that equip teachers with tools they’re excited to use in their classrooms.
• Championing Stile and thought leadership in science education: As a Stile advocate, you’ll partner with marketing, sales, and customer success teams to expand the reach of Stile PD, engaging with districts, schools, and educators to make a meaningful impact.
• Data-driven decision making: You'll use feedback and track progress to refine PD offerings, making each session more effective. Data will guide your adjustments, helping you continuously elevate the quality and relevance of the PD experience.
• Collaborating across teams: You’ll work closely with internal teams and external facilitators to ensure every PD session is seamless and well-organized. Additionally, you’ll train and support contract facilitators, empowering them to deliver with confidence and consistency.

What success looks like:

Within 6 months: 

• You know the Stile product and our existing PDs inside out
• You have a deep understanding of our customer schools and the onboarding and implementation process

Within 12 months:

• You’ll have developed a suite of asynchronous US PD modules, achieving rave reviews from teachers and schools alike. This will involve writing and creating content, and working with a video production company to film video content, including illustrations of practice in classrooms.

• All of our in-person PD products will be refined and polished.
• The US team feel confident and well supported to sell, talk about or deliver any of our PDs to schools or districts.
• The Net Promoter Score (NPS) for our PD sessions will consistently be 40+—an indicator that our teachers are loving what they’re learning.
• You’ll have doubled our PD bookings, making Stile the go-to professional learning resource for science educators across the US.

You should apply if:

• You’re obsessed with science education and dedicated to helping teachers reach their full potential.
• You bring experience in designing and delivering professional learning, grounded in a deep understanding of effective pedagogies and strategies for engaging adult learners.
• You’re skilled at blending creativity with evidence-based practices, crafting resources that engage and inspire teachers.
• You’re a jack of all trades – an engaging and experienced presenter, a great writer and communicator, a strategic thinker and a great problem solver.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and aren’t afraid to dive into hands-on work – whether delivering PD sessions in person or analyzing data behind the scenes.
• You love travel – whilst we are growing, we need you on deck to deliver the majority of our PD across Oregon and North Carolina – you’ll be smart and strategic with your travel – but you will be on the road a lot as you support our schools in person across the two states. 

How you’ll spend your time:

This role will vary from day to day. It will always be interesting but might include: 

• Creating and maintaining PD products:
  You’ll spend a significant portion of your time designing, reviewing, and updating Stile’s professional learning products. This includes creating asynchronous, in-person, and virtual training modules that are engaging, research-backed, and practical. You'll ensure every piece of PD content reflects best practices in science education and is tailored to meet the needs of teachers. Expect to work closely with our creative team to make these resources not only practical but also fun, interactive, and visually appealing.
• Delivering PD sessions (with travel primarily within Oregon and North Carolina):
  You'll be on the front lines, delivering inspiring and hands-on professional development sessions to science educators. Whether it's in a classroom running a demo lesson, or running full dayworkshops with teachers, you'll share best practices, demonstrate how Stile’s tools and curriculum can be used to enhance learning, and provide actionable insights. 
• Data analysis, strategic planning, and project management:
  You’ll dive into the numbers, tracking teacher engagement, analyzing feedback from PD sessions, and identifying areas for improvement. Using this data, you’ll refine and optimize the professional learning experience, ensuring it's always meeting (and exceeding) expectations. You’ll also be involved in strategic planning, mapping out the future of Stile’s PD offerings in the US and ensuring that all resources and sessions are delivered on time and on budget.
• Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders:
  You won’t be working in isolation—collaboration is key at Stile. You’ll work alongside teams from marketing, sales, product, and customer success to ensure that PD is aligned with broader company goals and supports the needs of our teacher community. You’ll also coordinate with external facilitators, contractors, and educational experts to bring in fresh perspectives and ensure everyone delivering PD on behalf of Stile is well-prepared and consistent in their messaging.

A bit more about you

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about science education and helping teachers grow. You might be (or have been) an instructional coach, led professional learning initiatives, or held another leadership role with a focus on pedagogy and curriculum. That said, we’re open to candidates from all kinds of backgrounds, as long as you’re driven to make a difference.

Here are a few qualities we think will help you shine in this role (but you don’t need all of them to apply):

• Extensive science teaching experience: Educators appreciate learning from fellow teachers, and having Stile PD led by experienced educators offers a unique advantage. You don’t just talk the talk, you’ve walked the walk as well. 
• Pedagogy expert: You’ve got an unmatched understanding of evidence-based teaching strategies and know how to bring them to life in the classroom. 
• Professional Learning Design: You bring a strong background in Professional Learning Design adult learning theory and instructional coaching methodologies. Your expertise enables you to create impactful, engaging professional development experiences. With a keen understanding of what educators need, you craft sessions that are not only practical but also grounded in the latest educational research and best practices.
• Creative and engaging: You’ve got a gift for making complex topics fun and accessible, finding new ways to inspire teachers. Your creativity knows no bounds when it comes to designing resources that engage and excite.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment: Stile is a nimble, fast-moving company, and you love that. You’re comfortable adapting to change and can keep up with the pace while staying organized and focused on the mission.
• Eager to learn: You’re constantly seeking ways to improve. Feedback energizes you, and you integrate it into your work to keep raising the bar. You’re always thinking about how you can do things better and more efficiently.

If you’re passionate about helping teachers succeed and students love science, we’d love to chat!

Hours and location

This is a full-time, permanent role for someone who loves to travel but is based in Portland, Oregon. You’ll fly interstate a lot - at least once a month, probably more. When you’re not on the road, you will be working from our Portland-based office or occasionally from home. 

Life at Stile

Stile is run by the people who started and own the company. We’re here to build something real and enduring. A company that in years to come we look back on and are proud of what we achieved, and how we achieved it.

• Work on something that really matters
  Stile is a place for people who want to have a bigger impact.  In partnership with teachers, we’re coaching students to become problem solvers and critical thinkers. The internet democratised information. We believe that with a strong command of science, tomorrow’s citizens and leaders have a fighting chance of sorting the misinformation from the facts.
• Colleagues worth working with
  You’ll join an amazing global 75-strong team of teachers, scientists, artists and engineers. Imagine a workplace where everyone genuinely cares about, and is working towards improving scientific literacy amongst our young citizens. We hold ourselves, and each other, to a high standard, and love what we do. 
• Community
  In this role, you’ll build an incredible network of teachers, school and district leaders and STEM professionals across your regions.
• Flexibility
  We care about the quality and quantity of the work you get done.  Expect that you work hard, but you’ll have flexible hours and you’re the master of your own schedule.
• Support always
  Stile is its people, and it’s important we are creating an environment where you’re supported, happy and able to do your best work. We have strong management and feedback frameworks, an Employee Assistance Program, comprehensive health coverage, vision and dental insurance, employer contributions to 401(k) and much more.

How to apply 

Read the details below then click apply and be sure to include the following for your application to be accepted:

• A cover letter addressed to Jaclyn Rooney explaining why you’d hit this role out of the park (one page, max). Include a paragraph on which Behaviors of an Effective Stile-ist most resonate with you or which you disagree with and why.
• Your resume, clearly stating your specific achievements in each role.

Applications close on Sunday November 24 at 11:59pm PST.

Got questions? You can find more information about our hiring process here.