Head of Student Experience TUMO Bizkaia

Head of Student Experience | TUMO Bilbao-Bizkaia, Spain

ABOUT US:

The  TUMO Center for Creative Technologies  is a free educational program that empowers teenagers aged 12 to 18 to take charge of their own learning paths, allowing them to expand their knowledge in technology and creativity, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Founded in Yerevan, Armenia, in 2011, TUMO is now present in 10 countries, including France and Germany, and soon in Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States.

TUMO  is launching its first center in  Spain !  TUMO Bilbao-Bizkaia  is currently being implemented by  Shaken Not Stirred , the same team that successfully established TUMO in Portugal in  three locations — Lisbon, Coimbra, and Porto —  creating a growing network of creative learning centers across the country. Each center has the capacity to welcome up to  1,500 students .

Students combine TUMO’s learning objectives —  Robotics, Photography, Game Development, Graphic Design, Filmmaking, Programming, Music, and Animation  — to create personalized learning plans that they continuously adapt according to their progress and evolving interests. Soft skills such as teamwork, initiative, empathy, and effective communication are integrated into the program alongside subject knowledge and technical skills.

There are three learning methods at TUMO:  Self-Learning, Workshops, and Learning Labs . These take place in person at TUMO centers under the guidance of our pedagogical and mentoring teams, with access to our digital platform and all the necessary hardware and software.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The  Head of Student Experience  is responsible for ensuring an exceptional learning journey for students within the core TUMO program by managing the Learning Coaches and optimizing student engagement and potential. This role focuses on student support, program execution, and continuous improvement of the learning experience. We are looking for someone passionate about  education, innovation and making a positive impact on student’s learning journeys!

The main responsibilities include:

Ensure program excellence  by leading, mentoring and evaluating the team of Learning Coaches, ensuring effective communication, workflow management, and professional development;

Oversee student engagement and progression  within the core TUMO program, ensuring a personalized and enriching learning path;

Develop and implement student engagement initiatives  to foster motivation and active participation in the program;

Carrying out regular analysis and reporting  on student progress, ensuring that information is collected and processed, and implementing appropriate interventions when necessary;

Liaise with the Admissions and Infodesk team  to ensure smooth and well-planned student onboarding, guaranteeing a good experience from the start and a positive transition to the Learning Coaches team;

Supporting the start of the center's school year , defining/revising processes, calendar, educational plan, educational resources, and recruiting the necessary staff;

Contribute to the definition and implementation of the yearly educational roadmap , aligning it with annual the project’s priorities and TUMO methodologies;

Contribute to the development of partnerships  with the community in order to create opportunities for students to activate creativity, knowledge, and their potential as citizens.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Student Experience Management:  Capacity to create and monitor the student experience at the center, ensuring a positive and enriching mentorship, leading students to achieve their goals as well as the center's annual objectives;

Student Engagement:  Ability to connect with students with empathy, understand their needs, and create an engaging, vibrant and supportive learning environment;

Innovative

Education:

Knowledge and continuous curiosity about innovative learning, education methodologies and mentoring techniques, in order to inspire and implement as needed;

Team Leadership and Mentorship:  Team management, leadership and mentoring competencies, with the ability to inspire and engage across diverse profiles;

Communication and Collaboration :
Communication…