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Transfr

VR-based training programs for workforce upskilling

Professional Learning Facilitator

Full-Time
$800/bi-wk
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's
Atlanta, GA, USA
HybridMust be based in Georgia; extensive travel to onsite customer locations across the U.S. is required.
Customer Experience & SupportCustomer Education & Training
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • Three to five years of experience delivering professional learning or training for educators, preferably in K-12, higher education, workforce development, or Career and Technical Education contexts.
  • At least two years of experience with instructional technology, educational technology tools, or digital learning platforms.
  • Demonstrated success facilitating in-person professional learning workshops, coaching, or training sessions.
  • Strong understanding of adult learning principles and best practices in professional development.
  • Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with proven success delivering customer-facing presentations and training sessions.
  • Comfort with technology and the ability to quickly learn new platforms and tools.
  • Ability to adapt facilitation style to diverse audiences and contexts.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively, with all work performed in the field and sessions delivered primarily onsite at customer locations in the assigned region.
  • Flexibility to accommodate training schedules as needed and aligned with customer needs.
  • Must be based in Georgia to support regional travel and customer engagement needs.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver in-person professional learning sessions to customers as designed by the Programs Team.
  • Tailor and adapt training content to address specific customer contexts, particularly within Career and Technical Education and workforce development.
  • Guide educators and administrators to fully understand the scope and functionality of Transfr's solutions.
  • Collect and analyze participant feedback, surveys, and performance metrics to evaluate and improve training effectiveness.
  • Serve as a communication bridge between customer needs and the Programs Team and Professional Services team, contributing to future resource and curriculum development.
  • Collaborate with Implementation Specialists and Customer Success Managers to ensure smooth transitions and continuity throughout the customer journey.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree in Education, Instructional Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience contributing to professional learning content development or curriculum design.
  • Familiarity with Career and Technical Education, workforce development, or immersive learning technologies.

About the company

Transfr offers VR-based training programs to help students, workers, and job seekers gain hands-on experience for high-demand fields. It creates realistic job simulations that let learners practice real-world tasks without being on site. Revenue comes from subscription or licensing of the VR training solutions to schools, businesses, and government agencies. What sets Transfr apart is its focus on immersive, practical skill-building and its partnerships with education, industry, and public sector organizations to scale workforce development. The goal is to connect learners with well-paying jobs by upskilling through accessible, job-focused simulations and pathways.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$88.1M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • Transfr launched CNC Machinist and Air Traffic Controller simulations on August 10, 2026.
  • Transfr announced major platform updates on April 29, 2026, expanding classroom-to-career workflows.
  • MDI and Florida workforce programs in 2026 show demand from disability and state channels.

What critics are saying

  • Revelio Labs shows headcount fell to 172 in March 2026, down 24.7% from 2023.
  • Active job postings dropped to six in 2026, signaling slowing growth and tighter budgets.
  • Florida requested $1.5 million for Transfr again in 2026; losing public funding hurts survival.

What makes Transfr unique

  • Transfr’s 330+ simulations map to OSHA, NCCER, and ASE standards on September 23, 2026.
  • Transfr Train combines VR, digital badging, and virtual coaching across eight high-growth sectors.
  • Transfr sells to schools, workforce boards, and state agencies through licensed, managed deployments.

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