Boston Public Schools seeks a Program Manager.

Reports to: Program Director, Excellence for All
Location: Office of Opportunity and Achievement Gaps (OAG)

Founded in 1647, Boston Public Schools (BPS) is the oldest public school district in the country. With approximately 57,000 students from over 114 different countries, nearly 9,000 employees (including 4,800 teachers) and an annual budget of $832 million, BPS is the largest school district in Massachusetts and one of the most diverse as well. Recognizing that the elimination of opportunity and achievement gaps is critical to Boston's vitality, OAG works to attack cultural and structural barriers and promote culturally sustaining practices for marginalized students so that they can fully engage in rigorous curriculum and pedagogy in all BPS schools.

Job Description
Boston Public Schools seeks a Program Manager. The person will report to: Executive Director, Excellence For All

Boston Public Schools seeks a skilled Program Manager to work in Excellence For All. The Excellence for All (EFA) initiative is rooted in our deep belief in the potential of all students to meet high expectations. The Program Manager will work with 13-15 EFA schools to implement all EFA enrichment programs. The individual will design, implement, and manage EFA programs including Scholars, STEM, and Capstone showcases. The Manager will also liaise with the Director of World Language to implement World Language in EFA schools.

We seek a highly effective candidate with a track record of successful project management. The candidate must be committed to the belief in the potential of all students, the use of culturally and linguistically sustaining practices as a foundation for all work, and be committed to the ideals of collaboration and innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of summer professional development, manage logistics for PD and ensure follow-up
• Assist in the design of year-long professional development, manage logistics for PD and ensure follow-up
• Manage the Excellence for All STEM Program including oversight of instructors, establishing program infrastructures, and designing their professional development experiences for instructors and school teachers. Collaborate with other offices to re-design the STEM curriculum and calendar.
• Manage collaborative work with partner offices, create a work plan, and ensure timely implementation of all agreed upon tasks.
• Create and manage the EFA communications plan

Qualifications - Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 years of related experience
• Experience with project management
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts Standards for Professional Development and understanding of professional development design
• Experience managing the design process for professional development
• Understanding of data-informed decision-making to improve project outcomes
• Ability to problem solve and analyze difficult contexts
• Great oral and written communication skills

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Experience working with teachers and administrators
• Understanding of the adult learner
• Experience working for a large urban school district
• Graduate degree

TERMS: Managerial. City of Boston Residency required.

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.