As an Instructional Designer Specialist at Classavo, your primary responsibilities will include researching and identifying potential leads within educational institutions, nurturing relationships with educators, designing engaging learning materials, and using CRM tools like HubSpot for managing customer interactions. You'll also collaborate with product teams to create tailored resources that enhance the learning experience.

To be a successful candidate for the Instructional Designer Specialist role at Classavo, it’s important to have a background in sales or instructional design, although experience in these areas is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills, tech-savviness, and creative thinking are also essential qualifications that will help you thrive in this role.

The Instructional Designer Specialist at Classavo uniquely blends sales efforts with educational content creation. You will engage with potential clients to nurture leads through the sales process, while simultaneously designing interactive learning materials that cater to educators' needs. This hybrid approach enhances both customer engagement and instructional design.

In your role as an Instructional Designer Specialist at Classavo, you will utilize a variety of tools such as HubSpot for CRM management, Airtable for organizing data, as well as eLearning platforms like Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate to create effective instructional materials.

At Classavo, there are ample growth opportunities for Instructional Designer Specialists. As the company continues to expand, you will have the chance to grow professionally and personally, taking on new responsibilities and challenges while working in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation.

When identifying potential leads, I focus on conducting thorough market research to understand current trends and the needs of various educational institutions. Additionally, leveraging social media and professional networks can provide insights into contacts that might benefit from Classavo's offerings.

To create engaging instructional materials, I incorporate interactive elements that promote active learning, such as quizzes, multimedia components, and real-life scenarios. Regular feedback from educators and analyzing the effectiveness of material through assessments are key to ensuring they meet their educational objectives.

I have hands-on experience using various CRM tools like HubSpot and Airtable, where I regularly track lead interactions, manage follow-up tasks, and analyze customer data to optimize the sales process. My ability to maintain organized records contributes to effective customer relationship management.

Building relationships with educators relies on consistent engagement and understanding their unique needs. I prioritize open communication, offer tailored support, and provide ongoing resources that genuinely enhance their teaching experience, fostering trust and loyalty.

I approach collaboration by fostering open dialogues with product teams to align our goals. Shared brainstorming sessions allow us to explore creative solutions, and I consistently provide insights from educators to ensure that the resources we develop meet their expectations.

Technology plays a vital role in my instructional design process by facilitating the creation of interactive and user-friendly learning materials. I leverage various EdTech tools to enhance the learning experience, ensuring that the content created is accessible, engaging, and aligned with current educational practices.

I stay updated on best practices in instructional design by participating in online workshops, webinars, and courses. Networking with fellow instructional designers and following industry-leading publications also provides valuable insights that I can integrate into my design process.

In a previous sales role, I encountered challenges in engaging unresponsive prospects. I overcame this by refining my outreach strategy, experimenting with different communication channels, and personalizing my messaging. This approach helped me secure product demos and convert leads into loyal customers.

To evaluate the effectiveness of my learning materials, I utilize participant feedback, performance assessments, and data analytics on user engagement. This multifaceted approach allows me to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary adjustments to enhance educational outcomes.

I want to work as an Instructional Designer Specialist at Classavo because I’m passionate about education and technology. I am eager to be part of a team that genuinely impacts teaching and learning, and I believe my skills in instructional design and sales can contribute significantly to Classavo's mission.