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What do you do all day? National Math + Science Initiative seeks a highly organized individual willing to join our team as one of our Program Managers directly responsible for the management and strategic partnership with a cohort of districts and schools in our NMSI program.  The Program Manager ensures the high-quality implementation and sustainment of programming in the districts we serve by becoming strategic partners of school and district leaders who organize and prepare their teachers and students towards advancement in AP programming and STEM education. To achieve our mission, the NMSI Program Management team grounds our goals, planning and day-to-day work in our Program Management vision, which emphasizes the empowerment of districts and schools through coaching. Through the coaching of school and district leaders, we aim to promote sustainable and equitable STEM cultures where all students have access to rigorous academics and opportunities. What are the details? The Program Manager will demonstrate a commitment to NMSI’s mission, effective leadership and influencing skills, and experience in partnership development and management; data analysis and exceptional communication, prioritization, and organizational skills are critical for success in this role.  The ability to speak compellingly about our mission and services and develop content knowledge in key organizational initiatives is also required. While work will vary day to day, there are typical job responsibilities in this role: External Relationship Management Cultivation and onboarding of new district and school partners Lead sustainment planning and continuation of services strategy with partners Collaborate with districts to develop high-impact strategies related to program sustainability that engage families, communities, and local stakeholders Identify and build relationships with community partners to enhance school support, understand the regional landscape and its impact on student achievement, and continue growth in the region Represent NMSI as the leader in providing STEM education and increased opportunity for student success for every school and every region we partner  Active Program Management of Current Partners Build strong relationships with school-based and district leaders Coach school-based and district leaders to utilize data to develop strong academic programs in their schools, choose best practices for instruction, hire and train teachers, and implement and facilitate NMSI programming through continued communication, goal-setting, and clear expectations Collaborate with schools and districts to develop strategic plans, set goals, and integrate best practices that lead to sustainable programming and long-term continuation of NMSI strategies Draft, review, and distribute school-based communication critical to the implementation of the NMSI program and tailored to individual partners Coordinate the collection and reporting of teacher and student engagement data for dissemination to school partners and general reporting purposes Facilitate analysis of student and teacher performance data in each content area to identify areas for targeted intervention and best practice sharing Internal Collaboration Partner with NMSI regional teams, School Support Teams, and the greater Program Management Team to help ensure the districts and schools we serve receive the best possible service and support Collaborate across all NMSI teams to help achieve organizational goals Other duties as assigned.  What are we looking for? Experience & Education – Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) required; minimum three years of experience working with school districts to coach teachers and leaders, develop strategy, provide support services, and implement programming. Managing Complexity – As NMSI transitions our programming to focus more on district engagement, your ability to navigate uncertainty and help transition the Program Manager role from current to future state. Skilled Communicator – You have excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication, and the ability to authentically listen to, and connect with, diverse constituencies; present effectively to groups of varying sizes. Strategic Mindset – You’re a critical thinking who analyzes data effectively, sees ahead to future possibilities, and translates them into breakthrough strategies and you make good data-driven decisions. Collaboration – You build trust, communicate openly and develop partnerships inside and outside the organization to maximize our shared knowledge and bring greater value to our mission. Entrepreneurial – You live for the hustle that’s required to meet ambitious goals with an appetite for collaboration. Organized & Productive – You’re a master at project planning and managing multiple priorities and you do not let distractions or complexity prevent you from meeting goals. You are highly organized with extreme attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment. Reliable Transportation – You have access to reliable transportation to visit schools, a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.  What else do we value? Accountability - Delivering on commitments made to our stakeholders, transparency about progress and outcomes, and ownership of responsibility for the decisions we make.  Equity - Access and opportunity for all students to succeed, regardless of zip code. Learning - Fostering dynamic learning environments for students and teachers and using internal and external feedback to continuously improve the quality of our work. Advocacy - Cultivation of strong, strategic relationships that expand our reach and influence and ensure continued positive student outcomes in the communities we serve. Want to learn more? The National Math and Science Initiative is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes. NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drives outcomes not only at the student and school system levels, but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact at the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes.  We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    

What do you do all day? National Math + Science Initiative seeks a highly organized individual willing to join our team as one of our Program Managers directly responsible for the management and strategic partnership with a cohort of districts and schools in our NMSI program.  The Program Manager ensures the high-quality implementation and sustainment of programming in the districts we serve by becoming strategic partners of school and district leaders who organize and prepare their teachers and students towards advancement in AP programming and STEM education. To achieve our mission, the NMSI Program Management team grounds our goals, planning and day-to-day work in our Program Management vision, which emphasizes the empowerment of districts and schools through coaching. Through the coaching of school and district leaders, we aim to promote sustainable and equitable STEM cultures where all students have access to rigorous academics and opportunities. What are the details? The Program Manager will demonstrate a commitment to NMSI’s mission, effective leadership and influencing skills, and experience in partnership development and management; data analysis and exceptional communication, prioritization, and organizational skills are critical for success in this role.  The ability to speak compellingly about our mission and services and develop content knowledge in key organizational initiatives is also required. While work will vary day to day, there are typical job responsibilities in this role: External Relationship Management Cultivation and onboarding of new district and school partners Lead sustainment planning and continuation of services strategy with partners Collaborate with districts to develop high-impact strategies related to program sustainability that engage families, communities, and local stakeholders Identify and build relationships with community partners to enhance school support, understand the regional landscape and its impact on student achievement, and continue growth in the region Represent NMSI as the leader in providing STEM education and increased opportunity for student success for every school and every region we partner  Active Program Management of Current Partners Build strong relationships with school-based and district leaders Coach school-based and district leaders to utilize data to develop strong academic programs in their schools, choose best practices for instruction, hire and train teachers, and implement and facilitate NMSI programming through continued communication, goal-setting, and clear expectations Collaborate with schools and districts to develop strategic plans, set goals, and integrate best practices that lead to sustainable programming and long-term continuation of NMSI strategies Draft, review, and distribute school-based communication critical to the implementation of the NMSI program and tailored to individual partners Coordinate the collection and reporting of teacher and student engagement data for dissemination to school partners and general reporting purposes Facilitate analysis of student and teacher performance data in each content area to identify areas for targeted intervention and best practice sharing Internal Collaboration Partner with NMSI regional teams, School Support Teams, and the greater Program Management Team to help ensure the districts and schools we serve receive the best possible service and support Collaborate across all NMSI teams to help achieve organizational goals Other duties as assigned.  What are we looking for? Experience & Education – Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) required; minimum three years of experience working with school districts to coach teachers and leaders, develop strategy, provide support services, and implement programming. Managing Complexity – As NMSI transitions our programming to focus more on district engagement, your ability to navigate uncertainty and help transition the Program Manager role from current to future state. Skilled Communicator – You have excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication, and the ability to authentically listen to, and connect with, diverse constituencies; present effectively to groups of varying sizes. Strategic Mindset – You’re a critical thinking who analyzes data effectively, sees ahead to future possibilities, and translates them into breakthrough strategies and you make good data-driven decisions. Collaboration – You build trust, communicate openly and develop partnerships inside and outside the organization to maximize our shared knowledge and bring greater value to our mission. Entrepreneurial – You live for the hustle that’s required to meet ambitious goals with an appetite for collaboration. Organized & Productive – You’re a master at project planning and managing multiple priorities and you do not let distractions or complexity prevent you from meeting goals. You are highly organized with extreme attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment. Reliable Transportation – You have access to reliable transportation to visit schools, a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.  What else do we value? Accountability - Delivering on commitments made to our stakeholders, transparency about progress and outcomes, and ownership of responsibility for the decisions we make.  Equity - Access and opportunity for all students to succeed, regardless of zip code. Learning - Fostering dynamic learning environments for students and teachers and using internal and external feedback to continuously improve the quality of our work. Advocacy - Cultivation of strong, strategic relationships that expand our reach and influence and ensure continued positive student outcomes in the communities we serve. Want to learn more? The National Math and Science Initiative is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming math and science education in today’s classrooms and ensuring that all students have the knowledge and skills to thrive in the global economy of the 21st century. Founded in 2007, NMSI began by dramatically improving student participation and success in rigorous Advanced Placement math, science and English courses in 85 courses across seven states. Today, NMSI has scaled its proven program to serve more than 1.5 million students, 50,000 teachers, 1,000 high schools and 45 universities across 40 states, and is having a demonstrable and lasting impact on student outcomes. NMSI Next , our five-year strategic plan, deepens our commitment to transform our current programs. In doing so, we will also launch a bold approach to partnering with school systems that drives outcomes not only at the student and school system levels, but also at the regional and national levels. NMSI Next is anchored on the concept that the whole will be greater than the sum of the parts and that our teamwork and program work go hand in hand.  Additionally, we believe that our impact at the school system, regional, and national levels will reinforce itself to ensure population-level outcomes.  We believe STEM education is the greatest lever to accessing opportunity and is unmatched in unlocking student potential. Specifically, NMSI Next will implement the following strategic levers so that all students, especially those furthest from opportunity, thrive and reach their highest potential as problem solvers and lifelong learners, pursue their passions and tackle the world’s toughest challenges. Catalyze bold thinking and enduring solutions for all students nationally Collaborate with regional stakeholders to drive sustainable changes Provide school systems a world-class K-12 solution set Build a strong, sustainable, and nimble organization positioning us to deliver exponential impact The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.   Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NMSI complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.    

EdOps specializes in the finance, student data and operations work of leading schools. Our mission is to minimize the financial, operational, and compliance demands of running a school and to support education leaders with data-driven insights to improve student outcomes. Our range of services includes finance & accounting, grants management, student data analytics & management, human resources, strategic consulting, and facilities finance support. With a rapidly growing team of 60+ education professionals around the country, EdOps works with a range of schools and networks in multiple states to ensure operational excellence in support of student achievement. We are quickly growing and always hiring! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and start dates are flexible. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected] We are looking for a mission-driven and business-oriented individual who excels at working with clients in diverse organizations. The position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and accounting skills in a growing company working to improve public education. The charter school finance specialist position is ideal for an individual looking to apply business, analytical, and finance/accounting skills to the social sector. Key Responsibilities: Serve as an outsourced CFO for a portfolio of charter schools, advising these schools’ leaders and Boards on matters pertaining to financial and operational policies, strategic decisions, and long-term financial planning Oversee all financial aspects of the schools, including accounts payable, payroll, grants administration, and financial compliance Maintain accounting books and prepare monthly financial statements and accompanying Board presentations Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with school leadership Serve as schools’ primary contact during annual financial audits and 990 preparation Analyze, model, and solve problems on a wide range of business issues Liaise with the schools’ Boards, the state education authority (SEA), and the charter authorizer as needed Qualifications: MBA, MPP, MPA, CMA or other advanced degree with analytical focus At least 2 years of work experience, preferably in a related field (finance, accounting, or K-12 education); additional work experience may be substituted for an advanced degree in some cases. We welcome former teachers seeking to transition into an operations role. Strong MS Excel skills and financial modeling experience (familiarity with accounting software a plus) Exceptional quantitative analysis, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills Strong client communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to education and knowledge of charter schools a major plus Ability to occasionally travel within D.C. and work non-standard hours to attend evening board meetings Start date is flexible. Please send resume + cover letter to [email protected] EdOps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.