Head of Education
Platzi
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Head of Education
Work from Home, Full time
Location: LATAM, remote
Who we are
Platzi is the leader in online education in Latin America, and the Spanish-speaking world in general. We are the pre-eminent provider of non-traditional, at scale education and training for companies and individuals in areas such as AI, Cybersecurity, English, Technology and Leadership. Platzi serves the needs of over 5 million students and more than 1,000 corporate clients.
Platzi is the essential learning platform for companies and employees alike. As an industry leader, our presence is highlighted by extensive press coverage and major industry events. While we operate remotely, we value in-person interactions and believe that meeting with customers is key to our success.
Please, be sure to read https://platzi.com/notrabajar to find why you should not work with us yes read it before applying, also read https://platzi.com/cultura as a foundational document for our team.
What we’re looking for
As Head of Education, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping Platzi's educational direction. You'll lead a talented team of Course Directors, overseeing the entire course lifecycle – from concept and content planning to resource creation, assessments, and delivery.
What you’ll be doing
Conceive and lead the development of complementary learning experiences that enrich the curriculum (e.g., challenges, live sessions, meetups, blog posts).
Steer the course creation process, encompassing curriculum planning, recording, resource development, assessments, and student delivery.
Guide Course Directors to guarantee teachers in crafting the pedagogical framework and promoting their courses.
Implement course improvements based on student feedback, quality assurance evaluations, and data analysis, ensuring content adheres to the highest quality standards.
Conduct competitive analysis, identify trending topics, and spearhead the development of new courses. Continuously evaluate and relaunch courses when necessary.
Actively recruit potential instructors and cultivate a talent pipeline.
Provide comprehensive support through Course Directors to teachers, including pre-session organization, coaching, evaluation, and setting teaching expectations.
Who you are
Proven experience leading educational teams in a dynamic environment.
Solid understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
Extensive experience in curriculum development, content creation, and project management.
Strong track record of driving quality improvements and innovation in educational settings.
Passion for fostering a collaborative and dynamic learning environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members.
Fluency in English (B2 or higher).
Proficiency in digital tools for project management and collaboration.
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