Learning & Development Lead Trainer

At Point Quest, we're transforming education with a unique blend of compassion and innovation. Since 2008, we've expanded from a single school into a dynamic organization, offering diverse locations, mentorship, and career growth opportunities. Join our collaborative team and make a meaningful difference in students' lives. We're always on the lookout for motivated individuals eager to grow both professionally and personally while working with like-minded colleagues.

• CEU/License Reimbursement & Tuition Assistance
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Dependent Care
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Sick Leave, Holidays, and Vacation
• Supportive and collaborative environment

POSITION TITLE: Lead Trainer

 

POSITION REPORTS TO: Manager of Learning and Development

 

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Lead Trainer will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering high-quality training programs that enhance the skills, knowledge, and performance of our employees. As the Lead Trainer, you will be responsible for creating engaging training content, implementing effective training methodologies, and leading a team of trainers to ensure consistent and exceptional training experiences for our workforce.

 

OVERTIME STATUS: Non-Exempt

 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

· Conduct a comprehensive orientation for new hires, including training on company culture and values, strategies for working with students with behavioral challenges, additional training programs and workshops, and follow-up support.

· Assist in designing and implementing training programs including workshops, seminars, and online courses.

· Design and deliver training materials, including presentations, handouts, and assessments.

· Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvements.

· Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify training needs and develop programs to meet those needs.

· Manage the delivery of training programs, including scheduling and logistics.

· Maintain accurate records of employee training and development activities.

· Communicate effectively across departments to ensure a smooth workflow from hire to in-position.

· Continuously update training materials and methods to reflect industry best practices and emerging trends.

· Collaborate closely with HR, department managers, and cross-functional teams to align training initiatives with organizational goals and workforce development needs.

 

OBJECTIVES OR GOALS TO MEASURE PERFORMANCE:

· Confidentiality

· Adherence to Company policies and procedures

· Accurate work product

· Timeliness in completing assignments

· Taking initiative in unassigned tasks

· Staff development and training

· Improved personal professional growth and education

· Demonstration of good decision making

· Positive customer service attitude and communications

· Excellent attendance and punctuality

 

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

· At minimum 6 months to a year of working in a Point Quest classroom, either in Pediatric Therapies or Education, as a behavioral aide or lead aide.

· Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methods.

· Ability to input and analyze data and use it to make decisions and recommendations.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel, Teams) and Google Suite (Drive, Calendar, Docs, Forms)

· Proven experience in training, with a minimum of a year in a leadership role.

· Strong instructional design skills.

· Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt training methods to different learning styles.

· Leadership and team management skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing employee.

· Proficiency in using training technologies and tools.

· Strong organizational and project management skills.

· Exceptional communication, interpersonal and collaborative skills.

· Willingness to travel to various sites and locations for training purposes.

· A passion for continuous learning and professional development.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.

· Requires frequent reaching, handling, sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, running, carrying, and lifting 50lbs. or more.

· Must be able to see and hear within normal range with or without correction.

· Noise intensity level is moderate to high.

 

CODE OF CONDUCT:

Please refer to our Code of Conduct regarding the following:

· Cell Phone Usage

· Dress Code Policy

· Professional Demeanor

 

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

 

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification.