Job Description
WHO WE ARE
Finalsite is the most valued partner for K-12 schools to build trust, strengthen community, and grow enrollment. Ranked among the best EdTech Companies in America, Finalsite supports more than 7,000 schools and districts worldwide with an integrated platform for websites, communications, mobile apps, enrollment, and marketing services.
Headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut, Finalsite is a global company with employees working remotely across nearly every U.S. state, as well as throughout Europe, South America, and Asia.
We believe people do their best work when they feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. That's why we invest in our employees through competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture built on partnership and purpose. Whether you're looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or make a meaningful impact in education, Finalsite offers the opportunity to grow your career while helping schools thrive.
At Finalsite, every interaction matters - with our clients, with each other, and with the schools and families we serve. Join us and help shape stronger school communities around the world
SUMMARY
The Director, Client Education & Training leads Finalsite's Client Education and Training team, developing and delivering all modalities of training experiences offered by Finalsite. You'll work cross-functionally with Development, Product Marketing, Sales, and Client Success to drive adoption of Finalsite products and services within our K-12 client base through exceptional curriculum and learning techniques.. Additionally, you'll oversee the training & onboarding team, which provides instructor led training on Finalsite products (Website, Communications, Enrollment, Payments, and Ask AI)
LOCATION
100% Remote - Anywhere within the US
RESPONSIBILITIES
Curriculum Development
- Develop and maintain the training content roadmap in alignment with software releases
- Develop all on-demand and instructor led course materials
- Manage Finalsite's LMS and client's overall training experience
- Lead a team of instructional designers and content developers
- Develop and maintain certification programs including exams on each Finalsite product.
Training Delivery
- Manage a schedule of virtual and onsite instructor led training engagements
- Lead a team of client education specialists and manage staff utilization, training CSAT, client readiness, course completion rates, and other key metrics
- Lead training events such as Finalsite University regional conferences
Product Expertise
- Inspire your team to be product experts and subject matter experts with respect to Finalsite products and K-12 persona workflows and use cases
Ownership and Leadership Mindset
- Understand the essential role of education and training in terms of being the tip of the spear on the client value journey, as well as the first impression that new clients have with Finalsite
- Partner with CSM leaders to evaluate the effectiveness of training in terms of driving client adoption and value
- Partner with Support leaders to ensure that Support is leveraging all training content and resources necessary to maximize the support experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- 5-9 years of experience leading education/training teams up to 12 team members
- Proven experience in leading, developing and delivering client education teams and aligning team performance to overall business goals and metrics.
- Experience with websites built via Content Management Systems ("CMS") like Wordpress, Squarespace, Wix, Weebly, Joomla, etc.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems ("LMS") like Thought Industries, SkillJar, Docebo, etc.
- Experience with Pendo or equivalent product experience platforms to capture and analyze user interactions across Finalsite products.
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or commensurate experience.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.
DISCLOSURES
Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation. Ensure your Finalsite job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of verbal communication and ensure all email correspondence is from a finalsite.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at finalsite.com/jobs.
