In A Nutshell
Transformative professional opportunity for first-generation college graduates passionate about the intersection of technology, education, and social impact.
Responsibilities
PD Framework Development & Course Creation
- Support development of comprehensive, platform-agnostic professional development frameworks that align with Common Sense Media’s educational principles and trusted voice.
- Assist in creating and iterating on core educational resources and best practices for safe and effective AI use with staff and students.
- Help develop scalable course templates and modules that reduce course development time and enable rapid adaptation across AI platforms.
- Research and compile resources on AI tools, educational applications, and responsible use guidelines for K–12 contexts.
Quality Assurance & Evaluation
- Support building, piloting, testing, refining, and updating of professional development courses consistent with adult learning theory.
- Identify development needs to respond to feedback from K–12 educator participants to continually improve course quality and relevance.
- Support evaluation efforts and data collection to measure program impact and effectiveness.
Strategic Support & Innovation
- Help identify gaps in current professional development offerings and support research for new courses or modules.
- Stay current with AI education trends, emerging tools, and evolving K–12 educator needs.
- Contribute to broader AI Programs strategy, particularly regarding educator empowerment and AI literacy initiatives.
- Support integration and alignment efforts with broader Education team initiatives and strategy.
Research & Analysis Support
- Synthesize research findings from multiple sources to inform assessment approaches.
- Track emerging AI technologies and their potential impacts on youth safety and education.
- Contribute to research briefs summarizing key background information and known risks.
- Support competitive analysis and market research on AI tools in educational settings.
Team Collaboration & Project Support
- Work under the supervision of the Professional Development Content Designer on course development and framework implementation.
- Assist with project management across multiple concurrent course development initiatives.
- Coordinate with external partners and stakeholders on course requirements and timelines as directed.
- Support collaboration with AI risk assessment team to ensure that PD content reflects current AI safety and effectiveness considerations.
- Help maintain course documentation and development workflows.
Skillset
- Bachelor’s degree (must be first-generation college graduate).
- 2 years of professional experience in education, instructional design, technology, or related field.
- Basic understanding of adult learning theory and best practices in professional development for educators.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in team settings and with diverse stakeholders.