Director, Learning and Continuous Improvement

Accountabilities:

• Lead the design, governance, and continuous improvement of organizational learning systems and research frameworks to generate actionable insights.

• Develop and manage measurement strategies to assess inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impact across multiple initiatives and pilot programs.

• Oversee data analysis and visualization efforts, ensuring insights are accessible, user-centered, and decision-ready for senior stakeholders.

• Establish and standardize evaluation criteria, stage-gate processes, and performance indicators across research and development cycles.

• Partner with project leaders to define learning questions, hypotheses, and success metrics aligned with program goals.

• Ensure high-quality data collection, validation, and integration from multiple sources to support reliable decision-making.

• Translate complex data and stakeholder inputs into structured learning reports and strategic recommendations.

• Lead continuous improvement cycles that support adaptation, scaling, and refinement of programs and initiatives.

• Facilitate executive-level discussions by synthesizing evidence into clear insights, tradeoffs, and actionable next steps.

• Manage and mentor a team of research and learning professionals, ensuring alignment, performance, and professional growth.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in program management, research, evaluation, or learning systems roles, including at least 3 years managing teams.

• Strong expertise in research and development methodologies, program evaluation, or improvement science frameworks.

• Proven experience designing and managing complex learning or measurement systems in organizational or educational settings.

• Advanced data literacy with experience in data analysis, visualization, and translating insights for executive audiences.

• Experience working with both quantitative and qualitative data to inform strategy and decision-making.

• Strong leadership skills with a track record of coaching, developing, and managing high-performing teams.

• Ability to lead organizational change using human-centered and inclusive design approaches.

• Strong communication and facilitation skills, particularly in influencing senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Experience in K–12 education, school systems, or instructional improvement contexts is strongly preferred.

• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments and adapt strategies based on emerging data and insights.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $120,000 per year.

• Fully remote work within the United States, with up to 25% national travel.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Generous vacation and paid time off policy.

• Retirement savings options with employer participation.

• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale educational improvement and systems change.

• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on equity and student outcomes.

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.

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