Education Program Manager -- Remote | WFH

About Us

We are dedicated to supporting and improving education system, ensuring a bright future for our nearly 650,000 students. Join us in a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact, supported by excellent benefits and flexible work opportunities, including telecommuting options aligned with job responsibilities. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion both in and within our workforce.

Mission

Our mission is to collaborate with districts, schools, families, students, businesses, and communities to provide leadership and support, ensuring success for every student.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Education Program Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will supervise and provide leadership for the Office of Special Education and Early Learning's Transition Education Unit. Your responsibilities will include fostering partnerships, managing resources, supporting student engagement initiatives, and organizing statewide summits focused on transition education for students with disabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and lead the Transition Education Unit.

Establish and maintain partnerships with stakeholders.

Develop and manage a resource database to support unit goals.

Coordinate Disability Innovation Fund initiatives.

Plan and facilitate statewide summits on transition education.

Monitor and report on initiative progress and outcomes.

Collaborate with community partners to enhance transition services.

Communicate effectively with stakeholders and provide regular updates.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Master's degree in education or a related field.

Experience: Six years of professional experience in education, career and technical education, or a related field.

Substitutions for education or experience may apply.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office or school setting, with occasional travel required.

Additional Information

Applicants under contract with a local school district must provide a written release from their superintendent prior to employment offer.

This position participates in the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) per KRS 161.220.

This is a federally funded time-limited position, supported by a federal grant.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We participate in E-Verify.

Employment Type: Full-Time