Arlington, Virginia On-site Employment

Stand Together is hiring a Director, Education Priority Initiative

About the Role

Lead the development and execution of a national education initiative focused on empowering families through choice, innovation, and community-driven solutions in K–12 education.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the strategic vision for a nationwide education reform effort
  • Build and manage partnerships with advocacy groups, nonprofits, and policymakers
  • Identify emerging opportunities in education policy and practice
  • Guide grantmaking strategies to support innovative learning models
  • Represent the initiative at public forums and stakeholder meetings
  • Develop messaging and communication strategies for diverse audiences
  • Oversee program evaluation and impact measurement frameworks
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with goals
  • Engage with community leaders to understand local education challenges
  • Support the scaling of successful pilot programs
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting education
  • Foster relationships with research institutions and think tanks
  • Lead internal and external reporting on initiative progress
  • Design strategies to increase family access to quality education options
  • Promote equity and inclusion in all program designs and outreach
  • Drive thought leadership through publications and speaking engagements
  • Manage budgets and resource allocation for maximum impact
  • Ensure compliance with funding guidelines and reporting requirements
  • Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
  • Respond to shifting education landscapes with adaptive strategies

Nice to Have

  • Advanced degree in public policy, education, or related field
  • Direct experience in school choice or education innovation programs
  • Existing network within national education reform communities
  • Experience with federal or state-level policy advocacy
  • Knowledge of charter schools, homeschooling, or microschool movements

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid or remote with flexibility based on role needs

Team

Collaborative team operating across policy, advocacy, and nonprofit partnerships

Our Mission

Advance a future where every family has access to high-quality, personalized education options.

Impact Focus

Support transformative models such as learning pods, microschools, and education savings accounts.

Culture & Values

  • Value intellectual humility, collaboration, and long-term systems change.
  • Prioritize trust, transparency, and accountability in all partnerships.

Application Process

Submit resume and cover letter outlining relevant experience and motivation.

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Job Details
Department Priority Initiatives – Strategic Initiatives
Category management
Posted a month ago