Education Program Manager

About Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada

Junior Achievement’s learning experiences promote transferable skills and competencies students need to take advantage of economic opportunity and achieve economic mobility. Our lessons use financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurial concepts to emphasize the importance of continuing education and training beyond high school, especially in high-growth, high-demand fields. At the same time, our experiential learning approach ensures students gain the critical and creative thinking, collaboration, communication, and technical literacy skills needed to become lifelong learners to navigate “what’s next” in our ever-changing world.

Position Summary

The Education Program Manager leads the delivery, quality, and continued growth of Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's traditional K–12 programming. Reporting to the Director of Community Engagement, this position oversees program implementation and special events, supervises staff supporting traditional education programs, and builds strong relationships with educators, schools, districts, volunteers, and community partners. 

The Education Program Manager ensures programs are delivered consistently with JA USA models and organizational quality standards while using feedback and program data to strengthen implementation and support continued participation and expansion. The position currently oversees programs including JA Our City, JA Our Region, JA More Than Money, JA It's My Future, JA Career Success, and JA Company Pop-Up, as well as events including JA Inspire and Swimming With The Big Fish (SWTBF). Program assignments may evolve based on organizational and community needs. 

The ideal candidate is an organized, collaborative, and relationship-oriented leader who enjoys supporting staff and educators, managing multiple programs simultaneously, and building partnerships that expand access to high-quality JA learning experiences. This individual will also become cross-trained across other JASN education programs and support alternative delivery models as organizational needs arise. This is a full-time, in-person, exempt position. 

Essential Functions

Program Implementation & Quality 

• Oversee implementation, scheduling, and delivery of JASN's traditional K–12 programs in partnership with schools, educators, and the Education Coordinator 
• Lead coordination and execution of traditional program events, including JA Inspire and SWTBF 
• Manage program quality and quantity across assigned programs and events, ensuring consistent and effective implementation 
• Ensure adherence to JA USA program models and organizational quality standards, including documenting and submitting required program variances 
• Ensure appropriate school contracts, class registration forms, and other program documentation are completed and maintained 
• Coordinate ordering and timely delivery of program materials to participating schools  
• Become cross-trained across additional JASN education programs and support alternative delivery approaches, including after-school programs, summer camps, private-school partnerships, and collaborative agency programming 

Team Leadership & Training 

• Supervise staff supporting traditional education programming, including coaching, scheduling support, performance feedback, and ongoing development 
• Develop and facilitate training for educators, school staff, volunteers, or other program stakeholders as needed 
• Evaluate training effectiveness and identify opportunities to strengthen participant preparation and program delivery 
• Provide staff with clear expectations, resources, and support necessary to execute programs effectively and consistently 

Educator & School Partnerships 

• Develop and implement strategies to engage and retain educators and schools, including classroom visits, newsletters, phone outreach, follow-up sessions, and other relationship-building activities 
• Cultivate and renew partnerships with teachers, schools, districts, and other educational stakeholders to sustain participation and identify opportunities for program growth 
• Develop and deliver presentations to prospective educators and schools that support strategic program expansion 
• Serve as a responsive and knowledgeable point of contact for educational partners throughout program planning and implementation 
• Represent JASN at school district functions, career fairs, education-related committees, and other community engagement opportunities 

Program Evaluation, Reporting & Continuous Improvement 

• Coordinate collection of applicable pre- and post-assessments, teacher surveys, and other program evaluation measures 
• Use participant and stakeholder feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement 
• Develop post-program recap reports documenting successes, challenges, opportunities, and recommended improvements 
• Maintain accurate program, educator, and community-partner records within JASN's CRM 
• Develop program forecasts, progress reports, and other information requested by the Director of Community Engagement or executive leadership 
• Implement grant-funded program objectives and ensure required program and evaluation data are accurately tracked and reported 

Community Engagement & Organizational Support 

• Represent JASN to schools, youth-serving organizations, corporate/community partners, and other external stakeholders and communicate the organization's mission and opportunities for engagement 
• Identify opportunities to expand traditional programming through strategic school, district, community, and organizational partnerships 
• Collaborate across JASN departments to support organizational priorities, program growth, and a consistent partner experience 
• Participate in education-related committees, meetings, events, and community outreach opportunities as appropriate 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and job-related experience in education, nonprofit leadership, youth programming, program management, or a related field 
• 2+ years of program coordination, program management, or team-leadership experience 
• Experience coordinating, implementing, or managing educational, youth-development, nonprofit, or other community-based programs 
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with educators, schools, students, volunteers, community partners, or similarly diverse stakeholder groups 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated public-speaking or presentation experience 
• Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple programs, projects, and deadlines simultaneously 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using CRM/database systems 
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance, with the ability to travel regularly to schools, events, and community partners throughout the service area, including rural travel to Carson, Douglas, and Lyon Counties 
• Ability to work across office, school, event, and community environments and meet the physical requirements associated with program delivery 
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and other employment requirements 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supervising, coaching, or developing staff 
• Experience implementing K–12 educational or experiential-learning programming 
• Experience building and maintaining partnerships with teachers, schools, or school districts 
• Experience facilitating training for educators, volunteers, or other adults 
• Experience using program data, assessments, surveys, or stakeholder feedback to evaluate effectiveness and inform improvements 
• Experience managing grant-funded programs and associated reporting requirements 
• Experience supporting program expansion, community outreach, or partnership development 
• Experience with Blackbaud CRM or a comparable constituent-management system

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $45,000 to $50,000 annually, with the exact salary depending on relevant experience, demonstrated impact, and alignment with the scope and responsibilities of the role.

Benefits & Paid Time Off

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is committed to supporting the health, financial well-being, and work-life balance of our associates. Eligible full-time associates receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical Insurance: HPN medical coverage with the employee premium fully paid by Junior Achievement of Nevada
• Dental Insurance: Dental coverage with a $15 co-pay
• Vision Insurance: Employer-provided vision coverage
• Life Insurance: Employer-provided life insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer match of up to 5% following one year of employment
• Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually
• Winter Holiday Break: Paid office closure beginning Christmas Eve through the end of December
• Personal Leave: 2 paid personal days annually
• Sick Leave: 7 paid sick days annually
• Vacation: Vacation accrues at a rate of 8 hours per month

Our Commitment

At Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada, we believe that our success is directly tied to our ability to foster an environment where all individuals have access to opportunities and can thrive. We are deeply committed to creating a workplace where inclusion and belonging are not just principles but lived experiences. This commitment drives us to attract, develop, retain, and promote a workforce that mirrors the communities we serve, bringing together a wide range of perspectives, experiences, and talents. 

We embrace the unique contributions that every JASN employee brings to our mission and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to join our team. By welcoming various voices, we continue to expand our understanding of the world, and we actively seek to elevate the representation of different individual experiences and the perspectives they shape. 

We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard—where people can be their authentic selves and know that they belong. This is how we build a workplace where every individual can succeed, and where we work together to create lasting impact for the young people and communities we serve. 

Additional Information

Junior Achievement of Nevada does not provide sponsorship for employment visas for this position. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future. Candidates must reside in and be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.