Director, Teacher Programing

Director of Teacher Programs

If you are enthusiastic about driving positive change in education and are eager to play a pivotal role in advancing civic education by supporting educators, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in empowering educators and students with the resources they need to become informed and engaged citizens.

Job Description

The Director of Teacher Programs is a visionary leader responsible for the strategic direction, design, and execution of national professional development partnerships for K–12 educators. This role ensures that all teacher-facing programs align with the organization's mission to advance American civic education and are responsive to the evolving needs of educators across diverse contexts. The Director oversees a growing team of managers and program staff, manages high-level partnerships, and drives innovation in both in-person and virtual learning formats. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and managing relationships with school districts, educational organizations, and educators, driving sales opportunities, and fostering collaborations to advance civic education initiatives. If you excel in dynamic environments and are committed to making a tangible impact in education, this position is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and implement a multi-year strategic plan for meeting the evolving needs of teachers and schools as it relates to professional learning and curricular resources.
• Identify measurable goals for organization reach, program quality, sales interactions, and educator engagement.
• Lead the expansion of professional development connected to customized curricular resources at the local and state level.
• Align programming with national trends in civic education, state standards, and district needs.

Program Design & Execution

• Oversee the planning and delivery of over 300 annual teacher-facing events.
• Ensure consistent quality and mission alignment across all program formats.
• Collaborate to develop and implement longitudinal learning pathways, including certification programs and online modules.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise a team of four full time staff members and several part-time independent contractors while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Provide coaching, professional development, and performance evaluation to ensure team growth and retention.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration across the organization including consistent communication with the Content, Initiatives, Outreach, and Development teams.
• Monitor and manage program budgets, collaborating with our Development team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with financial requirements.

Partnership & Network Development

• Cultivate and manage relationships with school districts, state education agencies, and civic education organizations across the country.
• Expand district-supported PD models and state-specific outreach strategies.
• Represent the Bill of Rights Institute at social studies conferences by staffing vendor tables, promoting awareness, and fostering connections that may lead to partnerships and programs.
• Conduct market research and outreach within designated regions to compile lists of potential partnership prospects.

Innovation & Evaluation

• Lead the development of new learning formats, including place-based PD, virtual state-specific trainings, and early-career educator cohorts.
• Use data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Develop tools to assess the impact of partnerships and define success metrics across diverse program types.
• Be a leader in best practices in pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning related to civics and history instruction.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor's degree in education, history, business, communications, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

·       Proven experience in cultivating and managing relationships with school districts, educators, and educational organizations.

• 10+ years of experience in education, with at least 5 in program leadership or professional development.
• Deep understanding of civic education, curriculum design, and the K–12 landscape.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects and budgets, and build strategic partnerships.

·       Strong business development and sales skills with a track record of identifying and pursuing educational partnership opportunities.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Experience with both in-person and virtual learning environments.

·       Knowledge of educational trends, curriculum standards, and pedagogical strategies in social studies education preferred.

• Allocate 30% of your schedule to travel, engaging with stakeholders, attending conferences, and conducting outreach activities as necessary

To apply:

Please apply directly through our website at

Must enclose a cover letter that answers the question "What does American Civic Education mean to you? and add what your desired salary range is.
If you have any questions, please contact Michael or Joanne at

The Bill of Rights Institute has a unique organizational culture we value and support. Our culture is affirming and collegial. We are achievers. We enjoy working with each other; our interactions are positive, respectful, and filled with good humor. We reward excellence and achievement. We embrace all diversity in our work and our workforce.