DE Senior Director

About 3DE by Junior Achievement

3DE by Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming high school education. 3DE was designed and implemented in partnership with school districts to make high school more relevant, experiential, and connected to the real world through project-based learning, case methodology, and competency development. Our goal is to prepare students for the demands of tomorrow's economy, providing them with the opportunity for a choice-filled life.

Role Overview: 3DE Senior Director

The 3DE Senior Director leads the school-based teams to ensure the effective implementation of the 3DE model in partnership with school leadership. This role involves managing 3DE school implementation managers, providing consistent feedback and support, and ensuring resources are available for model fidelity. The Senior Director supports school implementation managers in achieving operational targets, building a positive school culture, and aligning strategic priorities.

As a key member of the local 3DE leadership team, the Senior Director uses data and feedback to inform strategy and build a strong local 3DE product team. The 3DE Senior Director serves as a thought partner for the school implementation managers, providing support to proactively address challenges and strengthen local relationships.

Core Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management:
  • Supervise and evaluate school implementation managers, providing regular coaching and guidance.
  • Be present onsite at schools to build credibility and promote understanding of the 3DE model.
  • Support the development of a culture focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and celebrating success.
  • Collaboratively plan with school leadership and teammates to identify school goals, align priorities, and develop action plans.
• Model Implementation:
  • Work with schools to develop systems to build teacher awareness and capacity to integrate and own their success.
  • Support schools in building student outreach/enrollment processes and partner with the school team to meet target enrollment numbers.
  • Work with schools to proactively schedule and prepare for community/business partner engagement.
• Strategic Planning & Improvement:
  • Monitor quality assurance data to inform planning and continuous improvement.
  • Identify opportunities to further integrate the school team to streamline resources
  • Serve as a liaison between the schools, JA leadership, and the district, ensuring critical infrastructure supports effective implementation.

Desired Experience

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Leadership
  
  Experience:
  • Prior experience in educational leadership or a related field. (e.g., administration, department chair).
• Data-Driven Decision Making:
  • Experience using data to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
• Relationship Building:
  • Proven track record of successful relationship building and management with a variety of stakeholders.
• Time Management:
  • Experience organizing multiple projects and competing priorities while effectively managing time

Job Details

• Location:
  
  Tampa Bay, Florida
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time;
  Onsite;
  Exempt
• Salary Range: $92,000-$97,000; commensurate with experience
• Reports To:
  
  Lindsay Pena;
  Chief Academic Officer

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If you are excited about this role and believe you have the skills and passion to succeed, applying is encouraged, even if your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification listed.