Executive Director, Multi-State Programs (Central/East/North Texas) - Advancement Via Individual Determination

Job Category: Region Program Support

Requisition Number: EXECU001330

Posted: January 6, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: Remote

What is AVID?

We’re a nationally recognized nonprofit that partners with 8,000 schools across the country to shift to a more equitable, student-centered approach, closing the opportunity gap so that ALL students are prepared for college, career, and life. And the results? Well, they speak for themselves.

AVID provides 2.5 million students annually with the tools they need to think critically, collaborate, and set high expectations to confidently conquer the challenges that await them. We accomplish this work by training over 85,000 educators every year through in-person and virtual professional learning opportunities.

What is the Job?

The Executive Director, Multi-State Programs, provides supervision, localized leadership, and management of a team within a geographic area ensuring quality implementation outcomes; provides ongoing implementation support through strategic site/district visits in partnership with Implementation Strategists; understands and communicates the political/cultural landscapes within their area to inform differentiated area team support; and monitors progress and overall results.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive Salary: We've done our research and pay generously to attract the best to join our team. That's why we offer all employees the midpoint right from the start.
• Taking Care of You Allowance: All AVID employees receive an extra $10,000 annually to support them in meaningful ways.
• Retirement Planning: AVID Center provides a 10% salary contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan plus a $5,000 annual contribution to an exclusive 457(b) retirement plan, beginning after 90-days of full-time employment.
• Flexibility in Work: This position requires significant travel (approximately 50%) but allows you to work 100% remotely when not travelling.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): This position is eligible for 27 days of PTO per year, with 12 paid holidays.
• Continued Education Opportunities: All full-time employees with at least 1 year of continuous AVID Center service are eligible for $5,250 per calendar year in tuition reimbursement.
• Company-Provided Equipment: Our home office set-up includes a laptop, dock, and extra monitor.
• Health and Welfare Plans: AVID Center offers several benefits plans through our provider, Cigna.
• Connect in Person: A yearly All-Staff gathering will allow you to connect in person with the entire AVID team.

* Only director-level positions and above are eligible to participate in AVID's 457(b) retirement plan.

What Will You Do in This Role?

• Supervise and coach Implementation Strategists around quality implementation actions through bi-weekly check-ins and collaborative site/district visits.
• Monitor all AVID impact measures using data to inform implementation strategies and team support.
• Maintain and build relationships with partners to create a system of communication that provides opportunities for quality implementation of AVID.
• Develop and monitor budgets and resource allocations to support quality implementation.
• Ensure the network of Implementation Specialists on their team are functioning effectively as collaborative problem-solving teams.

Who Are You?

• You are an educator with experience in AVID systems.
• You are a leader who can strategically lead a team of Implementation Strategists.
• You are a facilitator with exceptional relational capacity.
• You are a communicator who excels at instructing varying levels of leadership.
• You are a coach who enjoys leading teams through implementation and improvement plans.
• You are a listener who aligns individual needs with successful outcomes.
• You are data-driven and familiar with using data to inform your work.
• You have a minimum of a Master's degree in education or a related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• You are comfortable working remotely with frequent travel (about 50%).
• Must be located in North Texas, East Texas, or Central Texas, or be willing to relocate.

Nice to Haves?

• Experience as a superintendent or assistant superintendent.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations or educational institutions.
• Experience leading large teams within the education industry.
• Experience with ELL/ESL and/or multicultural learning environments.
• Subject-matter expertise in special education, STEM, or related fields.
• Doctoral degree in a related field.

*Allowable Substitutions: Any combination of experience, training, or credential certification that provides the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.

AVID Center is committed to complying with federal, state, and local laws on employee vaccinations. Candidates should be aware that full vaccination against COVID-19 may be required in the future.

AVID Center prides itself on the diversity of our workplace and encourages all who are excited about this role to apply, even if they don’t meet every requirement.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Masters or better in Educational Leadership or related field.

Experience

Required: 5 years of experience in a principal, central office role, or comparable system-level leadership.

Preferred: Professional AVID experience.