Position Title: Educator Professional Development Coordinator
Reports To: Vice President, Mission Impact
FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Location: Hybrid (Little Canada, MN)
Hybrid role with the flexibility to work from home 1–2 days per week and a minimum of three days onsite at our headquarters in Little Canada, Minnesota. This position also requires onsite presence to host professional development sessions and support educator use of the workshop space, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.
About Kids In Need Foundation
Kids In Need Foundation (KINF) is a national nonprofit organization committed to creating equitable learning environments for underserved educators and students across the United States. We do this by providing free classroom supplies to educators and free school supplies to students in schools where 50% or more of the student population qualifies for the National School Lunch Program—with a focus on schools where 70% or more of students meet this criterion.
Our mission is to ensure that all PreK–12 students have access to the essential tools and resources they need to succeed in school. Through the distribution of supplies, support for educators, and investment in educational initiatives, we aim to make a lasting, positive impact on classrooms nationwide.
Position Summary
As KINF expands its support for educators, we are seeking a motivated, organized, and experienced professional to lead and grow our Educator Professional Development program in Minnesota. This role is responsible for coordinating high-quality learning experiences, coordinating onsite workshop space usage, and ensuring the seamless planning, scheduling, and delivery of professional development offerings for educators. The position will also support partnership development, facilitator coordination, and continuous improvement of learning experiences to maximize impact for educators statewide.
The Educator Professional Development Coordinator will identify the learning needs of educators in KINF-qualifying schools and develop accessible, relevant programming that supports educator effectiveness and retention. Offerings will align with Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) licensure renewal requirements while also reflecting topics prioritized by educators, including classroom management, student mental health, trauma-informed practices, teacher well-being, inclusive instruction, family engagement, and the integration of technology and AI.
This role also serves as the primary point of contact for educator use of KINF’s workshop space and plays a key role in building partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to strengthen educator networks and expand program reach.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate the planning and execution of an annual professional development calendar aligned to the school year.
Identify and prioritize training topics based on educator needs, feedback, and organizational goals.
Coordinate the design and delivery of high-quality professional development sessions, including logistics and facilitation support.
Recruit, vet, and collaborate with qualified presenters and subject matter experts.
Develop registration processes and manage participant enrollment.
Create marketing and outreach materials to drive educator engagement.
Design and implement evaluation tools; analyze feedback to improve programming and measure impact.
Build and maintain strong relationships with educators, school leaders, and district partners.
Workshop Space Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for educator use of KINF’s workshop space.
Manage the workshop calendar, reservation system, and related communications.
Coordinate logistics for all sessions, including space setup, materials, technology, and supplies.
Partner with internal teams and volunteers to ensure smooth execution of events and workshops.
Partnership Development
Build and manage relationships with nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and mission-aligned partners.
Identify collaboration opportunities that expand access to professional learning and elevate educator support.
Support the development of a strong educator network connected to KINF programming.
Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
Collect and analyze data on attendance, engagement, and outcomes.
Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on insights.
Maintain accurate records of sessions, participants, and outcomes for reporting and planning.
Organizational Collaboration
Collaborate with the Mission Impact team on cross-functional initiatives.
Communicate program updates, outcomes, and impact to internal and external stakeholders.
Represent KINF at events and engagements to promote professional development offerings.
Additional Duties
Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational goals and program success.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience designing, delivering, and managing professional development for educators.
Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Preferred
Active Minnesota teaching license preferred.
Experience working in or with underserved schools or communities.
Experience building programs in a startup or growing environment.
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
Occasional lifting and/or moving of materials up to 25 pounds.
Noise level may be low to moderate
Occasional travel may be required, including some nights and weekends for events
Ability to lift and move materials up to 20 pounds - bending, lifting, twisting and stretching
The role requires participation in annual event setup and teardown (ability to lift and move materials up to 30 pounds - bending, lifting, twisting and stretching)
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $48,000-$58,000 annually
Benefits:
Health, dental, vision, basic life, and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid time off (PTO), Floating Holiday, and Holiday Pay
