The Facilitating Attuned Interactions (FAN) Content Training Specialist is responsible for the co-design, development, and maintenance of trainer-led and asynchronous FAN curricula, learning tools, and educational materials. This position provides the FAN team with expertise in current and emerging best practices in training and the use of educational technology.
The Content Specialist collaborates with the team to address training needs throughout the lifecycle of FAN Training, from conceptualization through production, implementation, and evaluation. These educational materials support the training and development of professionals engaged in relationship-based work, including, but not limited to, home visitors, clinicians, practitioners, supervisors, administrative staff, leaders, legal professionals, and medical professionals.
This position is remote.
This is a half-time ($33.00 per hour), externally funded position.
- Collaborate with the FAN Team to design, develop new curriculum, and update training materials across multiple modalities, ensuring consistency in content, branding, and accessibility.
- Provide administrative support for the development and delivery of FAN training content.
- Maintain the FAN Training Library and manage trainer access through the FAN Training Portal.
- Evaluate existing training curricula and recommend improvements based on adult learning principles and diverse learning styles.
- Analyze participant feedback and partner with the Director of FAN Training and Dissemination to improve training quality and effectiveness.
- Write instructional scripts and produce, edit, and maintain training videos.
- Create graphics, charts, illustrations, and other visual aids to support FAN training.
- Work with the FAN Team and the Instructional Design Department to create engaging asynchronous learning modules, including content adapted for Spanish-speaking audiences.
- Research and implement emerging technologies to improve training design, development, and delivery.
- Manage continuing education unit (CEU) applications and related processes.
- Develop presentation materials and resources, including handouts and PowerPoint presentations for conference presentations.
- Provide technical support for FAN Network Meetings and other trainings.
- Obtain and maintain endorsement as a FAN Trainer, if not already endorsed.
- Bachelor's degree, instructional design certificate (or equivalent), or comparable professional experience
- Knowledge of FAN Training and willingness to complete FAN Training during onboarding.
- Experience with learning management systems and AI tools preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; familiarity with APA style preferred.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
- Demonstrated dependability, initiative, and professional accountability.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Spanish-language proficiency preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 10% based on business needs.
- This position reports to the Director of FAN Training and Dissemination.
Erikson is open to individual candidates from all backgrounds and experiences. Candidates should apply whether or not they feel that they meet all the requirements or qualifications for the position. We are looking forward to having exciting conversations with engaging candidates and will welcome your application.
About Erikson Institute
We are the premier early childhood development organization committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential.
Erikson Institute’s graduate school uniquely prepares child development, education, and social work leaders to improve the lives of young children and their families. Our impact and influence are further amplified through our innovative academic programs, applied research, direct services in the community, advocacy, policy and leadership.
Erikson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, family responsibilities, or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Erikson Institute provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).
To learn more, please visit our web site at www.erikson.edu
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, instructional design certificate, or comparable professional experience
- Knowledge of FAN Training or willingness to complete FAN Training during onboarding
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
- Dependability, initiative, and professional accountability
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience with learning management systems
- Experience with AI tools
- Familiarity with APA style
- Spanish-language proficiency
- Ability to travel up to 10% based on business needs
What We Do
We are the premier early childhood development organization committed to ensuring that all children have equitable opportunities to realize their potential.
