Manager, Educator Engagement

**Manager, Educator Engagement**

**Introduction**

**Authentic Representation**

**The Opportunity**

This work involves designing and delivering in-person and online workshops that highlight inquiry-based learning, real-world STEM connections, and culturally responsive pedagogies. Additionally, some educators and schools will benefit from sustained, in-classroom mentorship and coaching through co-facilitation workshops, ensuring that concepts introduced in the workshops are successfully translated into everyday teaching practice. The role also includes collecting and analyzing data to evaluate the impact of these initiatives and inform continuous improvement, ensuring that our practices remain effective, inclusive, and aligned with the needs of educators and students.

As we enter a new phase of growth and implementation in our educator engagement initiatives, the Manager of Educator Engagement will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of these programs. They will ensure that strategic vision, partnerships, and resources align with VoS’s mission, helping educators overcome existing barriers and foster STEM learning environments where every student can thrive.

**Position Overview**

As the Manager of Educator Engagement, you will spearhead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of professional development and support initiatives for educators. You will collaborate with schools, community organizations, and funders to deliver workshops, mentorship, and resource development aimed at helping educators integrate equity-focused, inquiry-based STEM teaching approaches. By incorporating data collection and analysis into program design, you will evaluate the impact of these initiatives and drive evidence-based improvements to better support educators and students. Your leadership will play a critical role in transforming teaching practices, fostering systemic change, and empowering educators to create inclusive STEM learning environments that unlock the potential of all students, particularly those from underserved communities.

**Position Details**
- Contract Type/Term: Full-time (indefinite)
- Start Date: March 2025
- Hours of Work/Schedule: 35 hours/week
- Location: Primarily remote, with occasional in-office days required for key meetings or events (Toronto, 71 Regent Park Boulevard + Remote)
- Available Positions: 1
- Salary: Starting $63,269, along with a comprehensive benefits package (generous vacation allotment, RRSP contributions, and ongoing professional development opportunities).
- Reports To: Director, Education
- Deadline to Apply: February 17, 2025

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the development and implementation of professional development workshops, co-facilitation sessions, and curriculum-aligned resource creation, ensuring that training materials and activities reflect equity principles, inquiry-based learning, and the revised 2022 Ontario Science and Technology curriculum.
- Collaborate closely with schools, educators, community organizations, and funders to identify needs, establish partnerships, and customize workshop content to address specific challenges faced by diverse student populations.
- Oversee day-to-day operations, including workshop scheduling, content delivery (in-person and online), participant recruitment, and resource distribution.
- Collect, analyze, and present data on program metrics and outcomes to inform ongoing enhancements and measure the long-term impact of educator engagement initiatives.
- Prepare clear and detailed reports for funders, stakeholders, and internal purposes, using program data to communicate progress and insights effectively.
- Mentor and support team members involved in developing and delivering educator-focused programming, fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, new partnerships, or expanded funding streams that support the growth and sustainability of educator engagement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with donor and funder requirements, maintaining transparent and accountable processes in resource allocation and program reporting.

**Qualifications**
- At least 5+ years of experience in program management, education, professional development delivery, or a related field, ideally within the nonprofit or education sector.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing educator-focused professional development, including online and in-person workshops, coaching, and resource development.
- Strong understanding of equity issues in STEM education and culturally responsive, inquiry-based pedagogies.
- Familiarity with the 2022 Ontario’s Revised Science and Technology curriculum and experience supporting educators in adapting
- Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with schools, educators, community organizations, and funders, as well as experience with customizing professional development to meet di