Program Director

Our client, Arts for Learning, is growing again!

Arts for Learning is a non-profit organization that provides arts education programs for students of all ages, from birth through high school. Our mission is to inspire and engage students in and through the arts. We believe that arts education is essential for the development of creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills that prepare students for success in life.

We are looking for a passionate, experienced, creative, and fun-loving team member to join our staff and lead our school partnerships and grant-funded programs. As the Program Director, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality arts education programs that align with our vision, goals, and standards. You will also cultivate and maintain strong relationships with schools, districts, funders, and community partners, and oversee program budgets.

Additionally, you will oversee program budgets and drive the growth of our organization's footprint, impact, and reach through effective program and service delivery.

The ideal candidate is someone who not only understands their responsibilities but can also independently take a project from inception to completion while keeping the entire team well-informed. We are looking for a dynamic, energetic, and collaborative individual with a penchant for bringing fresh ideas to the table. Effective communication skills, trustworthiness, and a great sense of humor are essential attributes for success in this role.

• Manage program implementation, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of services and resources to school partners.
• Monitor and report on program outcomes, impact, and quality, using data and feedback to inform program improvement and innovation.
• Manage program budget and resources, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in the design, delivery, and assessment of arts education programs, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards, learning objectives, and best practices.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain and increase generated revenue. This includes participating in the ideation of grant proposals through research, relationship building, and marketing strategies.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities for program expansion, funding, and collaboration, in alignment with the organizational strategic plan and vision.
• Cultivate and maintain positive and productive relationships with schools, districts, funders, and community partners, representing Arts for Learning in a professional and engaging manner.
• Participate in organizational leadership, planning, and development activities, contributing to the overall success and growth of Arts for Learning.

• Bachelor’s degree in arts education, arts administration, education, or related field.
• Five or more years of experience in arts education, program management, or related field.
• Demonstrates knowledge and passion for equitable access to arts education and its benefits for students and communities.
• Creative and enjoys a collaborative process to develop innovative programs and sustainable partnerships that fulfill the organization’s mission.

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience.
• Experience in non-profit administration and/or project management
• Ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Have confidence and…