School Implementation 3DE, Manager

About Junior Achievement of Southern California

Junior Achievement of Southern California prepares young people for future economic success through hands-on, immersive learning in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship using high-impact programs and educational models.

About 3DE by Junior Achievement

3DE by Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming high school education. 3DE was designed with and is 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.

The School Implementation 3DE, Manager collaborates with the local 3DE Product Team, teachers, and the school's 3DE administrator to implement the 3DE instructional model with fidelity at designated schools. As part of this team, you will be helping to lead transformation within the schools, building for long-term sustainability, and helping to integrate 3DE into the overall vision of the schools. This role requires someone with a strong operational mindset, able to manage and monitor multiple projects.

As part of this collaborative team, you will support the schools in establishing the critical structures and systems needed for 3DE model success, including establishing effective PLCs, gathering data to monitor implementation fidelity and student development outcomes, building a positive student and teacher culture, and coordinating experiences that allow students to positively engage with external business professionals. Within this role, you will cultivate and develop student and teacher leaders, promoting an inclusive culture of engagement and achievement, and developing a strong foundation for success.

Location: The primary work location for this position will be Compton High School, 1200 Alondra Blvd., Compton, CA. 90221, with an additional high school assignment to be added. The role will primarily operate out of these assigned school sites and requires in-person attendance at monthly all-staff meetings held at the corporate office. During the summer months and when school is not in session, the position will be based at the corporate office located at 6250 Forest Lawn Dr., Los Angeles, CA. 90068.

Please Note: JASoCal requires all staff to work in the office most of the time, up to four days a week, when not in meetings with partners or out in the field. Employees may opt to work remotely on Fridays when not encumbered by specific office or field responsibilities on those days.

Model Implementation

• Collaboratively plan for and monitor student engagement in the model and develop solutions to maintain momentum, building up students and ensuring they are aware of valuable opportunities and experiences within and outside of school.
• Partner with 3DE teacher team and school staff to support communication of the 3DE model to ensure enrollment targets, parent awareness and support, and teacher interest.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, local 3DE implementation staff, and company representatives to plan and execute on and off-site capstone experiences for students.
• Support teachers and students in accessing and utilizing the 3DE learning management system and other systems necessary for model implementation.
• Collect and manage critical data related to various aspects of the 3DE model and in collaboration with other key stakeholders, use data to make informed decisions related to student progress, volunteer engagement, and other key quality assurance metrics.

Relationship Building & Stewardship

• Build the 3DE cohort culture that fosters a sense of belonging among students and staff, increases student/teacher engagement, supports and empowers teachers and students to become leaders within the 3DE cohort.
• Ensure structures and systems are in place to enable a positive experience for business professionals, ensuring they feel welcomed, adequately prepared, and believe they have made an impact.
• Configure 3DE space to build culture, encourage collaboration, foster a sense of community, host students, business partners, and teachers, and set up the learning environment for success.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Leadership Experience

• Middle or High school classroom teaching experience, minimum of 5 years; comparable nonprofit experience as a program coordinator/manager is also acceptable

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