Product Manager, Advanced Specialist, School Experience - Indianapolis
1 day ago

Job description
Role Overview
Pearson Virtual Schools (PVS) is seeking an outcome‑driven Product Manager to develop Products that support the School Experience (example, school admin and teacher‑focused workflow tools and platform integrations) that support our virtual school ecosystem.
In PVS, the Schools navigate a unique digital‑first instructional environment—this role ensures they have efficient, intuitive, and consistent products that reduce administrative burden and maximize instructional time.
This role emphasizes continuous discovery and delivery, user‑centered problem solving, and delivering measurable improvements in teacher efficiency, operational consistency, and student engagement across our Connections Academy and partner school programs.
What You'll DoConduct user research (interviews, workflow studies, prototype testing) with PVS teachers, school administrators, families, and support staff.
Translate insights into clear problem definitions and product requirements that reflect PVS instructional models and operational processes.
Support an outcome‑based roadmap focused on improving teacher workflows, data visibility, and high‑value instructional interactions.
Collaborate with Design, Engineering, Research, School Operations, Curriculum, and Academic Programs to deliver high‑quality features aligned to PVS school needs.
Contribute to experimentation, usability testing, and iteration based on data from PVS platforms and user feedback.Support interoperability and integration efforts across PVS systems using 1EdTech standards.
Ensure solutions align with PVS priorities: engagement, teacher retention, instructional effectiveness, scalable operations, and responsible AI usage.
Key Relationships
Internal:
Product Management, Engineering, IT Operations, Customer Success Partners, School Services, Marketing, Training & GTM, Data & Analytics, Security
External:
School Leaders, Administrators, Technology Coordinators, Vendors/Partners
What We're Looking For
4+ years in Product Management or related role.
Experience conducting user research and applying insights to product decision‑making.
Familiarity with teacher workflows, virtual school environments, or operational efficiency tools.
Exposure to 1EdTech standards (LTI, OneRoster) or similar frameworks.
Strong communication, analytical, and cross‑functional collaboration skills across distributed teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in or with virtual schools, online learning programs, or PVS‑like environments.
Knowledge of LMS ecosystems, student information systems (SIS), and classroom management workflows.
Experience with Jira, Confluence, analytics platforms, and design tools such as Figma, Mural, etc.
Core Competencies
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
User‑Centered Design & Discovery
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Data‑Informed Decision Making
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Adaptability & Continuous Improvement Mindset
Familiarity with education compliance, privacy, and security requirements (e.g., FERPA, COPPA).
Compensation at Pearson is influenced by factors including skill set, experience, and location.
The full-time salary range for this role is US$79,800 - US$130,000 annually.
This position is eligible for Pearson's annual incentive program. Information on benefits can be found here.
Applications will be accepted through March 15, This window may be extended depending on business needs.
Who We Are
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are.
To learn more:
We are Pearson.
Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law.
We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailingJob:
Product Management
Job Family:
PRODUCT
Organization:
Virtual Learning
Schedule:
FULL_TIME
Workplace Type
Req ID: 22699
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