Learning and Development Manager $150,000 USD/year Pay is set based on global value, not the local market.
Most roles = hourly rate x 40 hrs x 50 weeks
Austin, United States
In-person
Hours: 08:00 am to 05:00 pm CST, M-F
full-time (40 hrs/week)
Long-term role
Description
IMPORTANT: This full-time role requires in-person presence at our Austin, Texas campus. Relocation support is available.
Are you prepared to inspire the next wave of champions both in sports and life? Join Sports Academy in Austin, TX, where we integrate AI-enhanced academics with intensive sports coaching to nurture leadership, teamwork, and perseverance through sports. We are seeking visionary leaders to join our team and guide the future of young athletes.
Our innovative approach combines the latest adaptive technologies with motivational techniques grounded in learning science, striving for excellence as a lifestyle.
We're not just looking for ordinary educators, but for Guides—passionate leaders who bring learning to life. Our mentors ensure students don't just succeed, but excel, discovering their talents and essential life skills.
We need your expertise to mentor and develop our team of Guides, channeling your experience and leadership to inspire the next generation. If you're a leader who:
- Balances empathy with logic and firmness
- Challenges teams to reach ambitious goals
- Could be the best Guide but prefers coaching others
- Is known as a "kid expert" who connects and motivates students
Why choose Sports Academy?
- Competitive salary—no pay cuts for working in education
- Comprehensive benefits and generous time off
- Opportunities for growth and leadership development
- Relocation assistance for top candidates
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and lead the transformation of education through sports? Apply now and help us inspire the champions of tomorrow. Let's redefine the limits of education together!
What you will be doing
- Guide and coach your team of Guides, providing actionable feedback to enhance their performance, thereby boosting student engagement and success.
- Develop Guide Playbooks outlining best practices, creating enriching learning activities, and addressing challenges effectively.
- Motivate students by leading a small group, using your expertise to transform reluctant learners into eager achievers.
What you will NOT be doing
- Crafting lesson plans: Focus on the big picture. Your role is to train Guides in facilitating, enriching activities, and injecting enthusiasm into their sessions.
- Lowering standards: Maintain high expectations. A 100% standard is non-negotiable; you'll facilitate students achieving ambitious goals.
- Conducting dull training: No lecture-style sessions here! You'll demonstrate energy and expert facilitation in your coaching.
Key responsibilities
Develop and lead a team of Guides to execute the Sports Academy system with outstanding excellence.
Candidate requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Proven track record of developing and mentoring teams to reach elite performance levels
- Experience using data-driven decision-making approaches
- Demonstrated engagement with children and teens, fostering their development
- Authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship
- Commitment to working in-person in Austin, TX
How it works
Applying for a role? Here’s what to expect.
Crossover's skill assessment process combines innovative AI power with decades of human research, to take the guesswork, human bias, and pointless filters out of recruiting high-performing teams.
STEP 1
Pass Cognitive Aptitude Test.
STEP 2
Pass English Proficiency Test.
STEP 3
Prove Real-World Job & AI Skills.
STEP 4
Ace An Interview Or Two.
STEP 5
Accept Job Offer.
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Why Crossover
Recruitment sucks. So we’re fixing it.
The Olympics of work
It’s super hard to qualify—extreme quality standards ensure every single team member is at the top of their game.
Premium pay for premium talent
Over 50% of new hires double or triple their previous pay. Why? Because that’s what the best person in the world is worth.
Shortlist by skills, not bias
We don’t care where you went to school, what color your hair is, or whether we can pronounce your name. Just prove you’ve got the skills.
