Educational Specialist Jobs
Educational Specialist jobs are open across K-12 school districts, higher education, nonprofit organizations, and corporate learning and development, from entry-level instructional coordinator to senior curriculum designer, with specializations in instructional design, special education, and professional development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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An incumbent is responsible for conducting and/or teaching workshops, seminars and/or courses, evaluating participants, and developing and implementing curricula. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for providing individual tutoring, advisement, and/or counseling services to the Workforce Development and Community Education Division participants/students, as well as providing support for division activities.
An incumbent typically reports to an appropriate Workforce Development and Community Education supervisor/administrator. Duties include a variety of accountabilities pertaining to planning, organizing, and conducting workshops, seminars, and/or courses, and providing tutoring, advisement, and/or counseling services to Workforce Development and Community Education participants/students. In addition, an incumbent is to assist in other Workforce Development and Community Education activities, e.g., recruitment, job placement, and support services for participants/students, as assigned.
An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:
1. Conducts and/or teaches workshops, seminars, and/or courses as assigned, utilizing effective communications, classroom/workshop management, leadership, training, and teaching techniques.
2. Develops new programs, workshops/seminars and/or courses and syllabi. Evaluates programs, courses, workshops/seminars and/or courses, including syllabi, teaching methods, materials, equipment, and facilities; revises existing programs, workshops/seminars and/or courses as assigned.
3. Selects, maintains, and uses materials, supplies, and equipment required for effective teaching, facilitating, and training.
4. Maintains adequate participant/student records, including intake test results, and counseling notes; evaluates and reports participants’ progress and/or attendance. Prepares and submits evaluations as required.
5. Provides objective advisement and tutoring of participant/students as necessary to assist in successful completion of the program.
6. Schedules, posts, and maintains office hours to aid in participant’s progress.
7. Works as a team with other faculty and staff to facilitate routine department operations and achieve departmental goals and objectives. Assists in attaining program accreditation.
8. Participates in departmental/campus/College meetings and serves on committees, as required.
9. Participates in professional development in-service programs.
10. Assists as requested in developing proposal/department/program budget, establishing and maintaining effective public relations, and facilitating routine department operations.
11. Assists with extra-curricular client activities as requested.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of teaching techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
Knowledge of counseling skills and techniques.
Knowledge of community resources and of the means to access these resources.
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Ability to develop rapport with students and staff.
Ability to effectively communicate subject matter content and to relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four (4) years of relevant experience.
Posting Details
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- First Letter of Reference
- Second Letter of Reference
- Teaching Philosophy
- Writing Sample
- Curriculum Vitae
- Other Document
- Multi Media
Position Details
An incumbent is responsible for conducting and/or teaching workshops, seminars and/or courses, evaluating participants, and developing and implementing curricula. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for providing individual tutoring, advisement, and/or counseling services to the Workforce Development and Community Education Division participants/students, as well as providing support for division activities.
An incumbent typically reports to an appropriate Workforce Development and Community Education supervisor/administrator. Duties include a variety of accountabilities pertaining to planning, organizing, and conducting workshops, seminars, and/or courses, and providing tutoring, advisement, and/or counseling services to Workforce Development and Community Education participants/students. In addition, an incumbent is to assist in other Workforce Development and Community Education activities, e.g., recruitment, job placement, and support services for participants/students, as assigned.
An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:
1. Conducts and/or teaches workshops, seminars, and/or courses as assigned, utilizing effective communications, classroom/workshop management, leadership, training, and teaching techniques.
2. Develops new programs, workshops/seminars and/or courses and syllabi. Evaluates programs, courses, workshops/seminars and/or courses, including syllabi, teaching methods, materials, equipment, and facilities; revises existing programs, workshops/seminars and/or courses as assigned.
3. Selects, maintains, and uses materials, supplies, and equipment required for effective teaching, facilitating, and training.
4. Maintains adequate participant/student records, including intake test results, and counseling notes; evaluates and reports participants’ progress and/or attendance. Prepares and submits evaluations as required.
5. Provides objective advisement and tutoring of participant/students as necessary to assist in successful completion of the program.
6. Schedules, posts, and maintains office hours to aid in participant’s progress.
7. Works as a team with other faculty and staff to facilitate routine department operations and achieve departmental goals and objectives. Assists in attaining program accreditation.
8. Participates in departmental/campus/College meetings and serves on committees, as required.
9. Participates in professional development in-service programs.
10. Assists as requested in developing proposal/department/program budget, establishing and maintaining effective public relations, and facilitating routine department operations.
11. Assists with extra-curricular client activities as requested.
12. Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of teaching techniques and methods.
Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
Knowledge of counseling skills and techniques.
Knowledge of community resources and of the means to access these resources.
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Ability to develop rapport with students and staff.
Ability to effectively communicate subject matter content and to relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four (4) years of relevant experience.
Posting Details
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- First Letter of Reference
- Second Letter of Reference
- Teaching Philosophy
- Writing Sample
- Curriculum Vitae
- Other Document
- Multi Media
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Who's Hiring
- Aya Healthcare10
- Delaware Technical Community College4
- Center for Developing Minds2C
- SWWC1
- MedVet1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in educational specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field
- Valid state teaching license or educational specialist certification where required
- Demonstrated experience developing or delivering curriculum and instructional materials
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or similar platforms
- Experience conducting needs assessments, coaching teachers, or leading professional development
- Familiarity with adult learning theory, Universal Design for Learning, or MTSS frameworks
Tips for Your Educational Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
K-12 districts, higher education offices, and corporate L&D teams weight different credentials. Lead with licensure and state endorsements for school district roles, and shift to learning outcomes and LMS proficiency when applying to corporate or nonprofit educational specialist positions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists educational specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight measurable instructional outcomes
Hiring managers in this field scan for evidence of impact. Quantify improvements in student performance, teacher adoption rates of new curricula, or completion rates for professional development programs you designed rather than listing duties alone.
Build a portfolio before you apply
A sample curriculum unit, a recorded professional development session, or an annotated needs assessment shows what your resume can only tell. Upload these as a PDF or shared drive link and reference it directly in your cover letter.
Filter openings by required licensure
Many educational specialist postings require a specific state teaching license, special education endorsement, or pupil personnel services credential. Check the licensure requirements before applying so you don't invest time on roles your current credentials don't meet.
Prepare a teaching or training demonstration
Most final-round interviews for educational specialist roles include a live or recorded demo lesson or workshop facilitation. Know the audience level in advance, design for it explicitly, and build in a reflection segment to show you can self-evaluate your instructional delivery.
Educational Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most educational specialists?
The companies hiring the most educational specialists right now include Aya Healthcare, Delaware Technical Community College, and Center for Developing Minds, with the largest share of openings in California, Delaware, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts, state education agencies, and corporate learning and development departments account for the bulk of these postings.
How many educational specialist jobs are remote?
About 25% of educational specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying significantly by sub-role. Instructional design and curriculum development positions tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles that involve direct student assessment, classroom coaching, or on-site professional development typically require in-person work.
How do you become an educational specialist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in education or a closely related field, then gain classroom or instructional experience. Most positions require a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, special education, or instructional design. Obtain any state-required licensure or endorsement for your target role, then build a portfolio of curriculum projects, needs assessments, or professional development programs you have designed or facilitated.
How do you get hired as an educational specialist with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled instructional coordinator, curriculum assistant, or educational technologist, which often have lower experience thresholds. Volunteer to lead professional development at your current school or organization, document the outcomes, and include that work in a portfolio. A relevant internship, student teaching record, or graduate capstone project can substitute for years of full-time experience in many entry-level postings.
What does the educational specialist interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with department leads, curriculum directors, or principals. Finalists are typically asked to deliver a demonstration lesson, facilitate a mock professional development session, or present a curriculum sample. Some employers add a writing or instructional materials task between rounds to assess design thinking and communication clarity.
Where can I find and apply to educational specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to educational specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your credentials and experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits. Openings are updated regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted positions before competition builds.
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