The Training & Development Lead will be responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving BAM!'s training strategy and materials for both full-time and seasonal program staff. This role is crucial in equipping Program Managers, Coordinators, Instructors, and Site Leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence they need to deliver high-quality, consistent, and inclusive learning experiences across all BAM! Sites. While supporting company-wide training initiatives, this role also integrates foundational elements of classroom management, social-emotional learning (SEL), and behavioral support in alignment with best practices in youth development. Additionally, it contributes to regional quality initiatives, including California's ELO-P standards and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Training Strategy & Content Development
- Delivery & Facilitation
- Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
- Cross-Team Collaboration
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
- 4+ years in staff development, instructional design, or training within K-12 education, camps, or youth programs.
- Demonstrated expertise in classroom management, youth development, and behavioral support.
- Experience creating inclusive and culturally responsive training content.
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and coaching techniques.
- Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, LMS platforms (e.g., TalentLMS, Moodle).
- Passion & excitement for utilizing AI to generate content (training videos, scripts, podcast-style audio, etc.)
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Passion for inspiring educators and nurturing youth through joyful learning.
Why Join BAM?
Make a Measurable Impact on Students’ Lives
Contribute to a mission that prioritizes not just academic success, but the emotional, social, and creative development of young learners, especially those from historically underserved communities.
Be Part of an Equity-Focused Educational Movement
At BAM!, we believe every child deserves access to joyful, high-quality learning. Your work will help close opportunity gaps by preparing instructors to meet students where they are, with empathy, skill, and care.
Join a Collaborative, Learning-Centered Culture
Work alongside passionate educators, curriculum designers, and program leaders who value reflection, dialogue, and continuous improvement. Your insights and experiences are not just welcomed, they shape the future of our programs.
Compensation: $65,000 - $90,000
Job Type: Full-Time Exempt
Work Location: Remote (with occasional travel)
Reports to: COO
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
