[Remote] Program Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SSP International, Inc. (SSPI) is a non-profit organization focused on excellence in science education. The Program Manager will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives within the STEM Learning Institute, managing curriculum development and educator professional learning to ensure high-quality implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of STEM Learning Institute program operations across multiple workstreams, including curriculum development, professional learning, coaching, and field testing
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and workflows to ensure alignment with program goals and milestones
• Partner with the Director to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans
• Lead the planning and execution of in-person and virtual professional learning experiences, ensuring high-quality participant experiences aligned with program goals
• Oversee logistics including registration, travel, materials, and technology, while also shaping agendas, flow, and participant engagement
• Coordinate across internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of events and follow-through on next steps
• Serve as a central point of coordination across program staff, collaborators (e.g., BSCS), and participating schools and districts
• Facilitate effective communication, alignment, and accountability across teams and partners
• Lead regular check-ins and ensure clarity around roles, responsibilities, and deliverables
• Establish and maintain systems for tracking deliverables, timelines, and documentation across initiatives
• Support development of reports and presentations
• Monitor program budgets, track expenses, process teacher stipends and reimbursements, and ensure alignment with financial expectations
• Support operational planning and resource allocation across program activities
• Utilize project management tools to drive transparency, accountability, and execution
• Coordinate implementation logistics for data collection efforts, including survey administration and communication with participating educators
• Ensure alignment between program implementation and research/evaluation needs

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in education, project management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience managing projects, programs, or operations with increasing responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience using project management tools and systems to drive execution
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently in a fully remote environment, effectively managing time, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines while staying responsive and communicative
• Demonstrates commitment to SSPI's Mission and Values in their daily work and interactions
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Background clearance
• Experience working with K–12 educators, school systems, or educational nonprofits
• Familiarity with STEM education and/or teacher professional learning
• Experience leading events, workshops, or professional learning experiences
• Comfort working with data, reporting, and continuous improvement processes

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