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Success Academy Charter Schools · 2 months ago

Program Manager, Schooling Services

Success Academy Charter Schools

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Success Academy is the largest and fastest-growing network of public charter schools in New York City, dedicated to providing a rigorous education for all students. The Program Manager, Schooling Services will lead key projects and day-to-day operations to enhance the effectiveness of the Schooling Services organization and support educators and scholars in achieving high-quality K-12 education.

Charter SchoolsEducationNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Drive execution of Schooling Services’ priorities across Sprint (Special Education), High School Management, School Quality, Talent Planning, and Safety & Security—core pillars that centralize operations and deliver the services and systems that keep schools running effectively, enabling teachers and leaders to focus on teaching and learning

Enable cross-functional initiatives by defining ownership, timelines, deliverables, and proactively managing risks, dependencies, and communication across teams

Manage the operational cadence through standing meetings, milestone reviews, and performance tracking to maintain focus on outcomes

Develop and maintain dashboards, analytics, and reports that track key performance indicators, surface insights, and deliver clear, data-driven updates to inform strategic decisions and guide leadership action

Use data to diagnose challenges, forecast needs, and identify opportunities for greater efficiency, effectiveness, and scholar impact

Partner with teams to identify and scale AI and process automation solutions that streamline workflows and enhance operational performance

Collaborate with school-based and network teams to build scalable, repeatable processes and planning tools that strengthen coordination and execution quality

Qualification

Program managementData analysisProject management toolsGoogle WorkspaceCross-functional collaborationCommunicationOrganizational skillsAdaptabilityLeadership

Required

4+ years of experience in program management, or operations within dynamic, high-growth organizations, with a proven ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and deliver measurable results

Ability to plan and manage complex programs by developing clear timelines, coordinating multiple workstreams, and ensuring accountability for deliverables and ownership

Adept at operating in fast-paced, evolving environments, demonstrating sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to prioritize effectively amid shifting priorities and competing inputs, while also shaping and driving work forward at a rapid pace

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear, concise messages tailored for executive leaders, cross-functional teams, and school-based audiences

Highly organized and process-driven, with a disciplined approach to planning, tracking progress, and driving execution through structured systems and consistent follow-through

Technologically proficient, with strong command of Google Workspace tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and experience using project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Monday.com) to manage timelines, workflows, and reporting

Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and dashboards to diagnose challenges, identify trends, and support data-informed decision-making

Collaborative leader who builds strong partnerships across teams, encourages innovation, and contributes to a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement

Benefits

Full benefits program

Opportunities for professional growth

Company

Success Academy Charter Schools

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Since 2006, Success Academy has tackled educational inequities head-on by providing exceptional public education for 22,000 K-12 students in New York City.

Founded in 2006

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees