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Foundations, Inc. is hiring a Director, Professional Learning. This role involves leading and coaching a small team of Education Specialists to design and implement evidence-based professional learning initiatives focused largely on out-of-school time education. The Director manages multiple projects, builds partnerships, and ensures alignment across programs to meet client goals and grant requirements.

Highlights

Lead and coach Education Specialists to foster collaboration and professional growth.
Design and implement professional learning initiatives for SEAs, schools, and OST organizations.
Manage multiple grant-funded projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with clients, funders, and collaborators.
Collaborate with internal directors to ensure program alignment and continuous improvement.
Use data and evaluation insights to monitor impact and refine learning materials.
Support proposal development and pursue new partnership opportunities.
Require 5-7 years of experience in education or professional learning, including OST settings and grant management.
Must have strong adult learning knowledge and ability to coach staff and manage projects effectively.
Proficiency with digital collaboration and data tracking tools; frequent travel is required.
Salary range: $90,000 - $110,000, with medical, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Director, Professional Learning Full Description

Director, Professional Learning

Foundations, Inc.
Location: Mount Laurel, NJ (Hybrid)

About Foundations

Foundations, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of education for our nation's children by strengthening the skills of educators. For more than 30 years, we have partnered with schools, districts, and out-of-school time programs to expand high-quality learning opportunities, especially in under-resourced communities. We are recognized nationally for our professional learning, leadership development, evaluation, and convenings that help educators and organizations thrive.

The Role

Foundations seeks a collaborative and strategic Director of Professional Learning to oversee key professional learning projects and guide a small, talented team of Education Specialists. Reporting to the Executive Director, Professional Learning, the Director ensures that services are high-quality, evidence-based, and responsive to partner needs, with a strong focus on out-of-school time (OST) learning.

The Director will collaborate closely with a second Director, Career Programs and the Director, Evaluation Services to ensure consistency and alignment across projects. This role combines people leadership, project management, and partnership development. The ideal candidate is a systems thinker who enjoys coaching others, managing grant-funded work, and building meaningful relationships with partners and colleagues.

What You Will Do

Support and coach Education Specialists, encouraging collaboration, reflection, and continuous growth.
Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of professional learning initiatives for SEAs, schools, professional learning networks, and OST organizations that align with client goals and grant requirements.
Manage multiple projects with accountability for deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
Build and sustain strong partnerships with clients, funders, and collaborators.
Partner with colleagues across Foundations to ensure alignment, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Review and strengthen professional learning materials and facilitation plans.
Use data and evaluation insights to monitor impact and guide improvement.
Support proposal development and identification of new work and contribute to organizational learning.

What We Are Looking For

5 to 7 years of experience in education, professional learning, or organizational development, including out-of-school time settings and grant-funded project work.
Strong understanding of adult learning principles and the ability to design, develop, and deliver professional learning that engages and inspires large audiences.
Proven ability to coach and develop staff, strengthen team capacity, and manage projects with clarity and follow through.
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to thrive in collaborative, fast paced environments.
Comfort using digital tools for collaboration and data tracking, and a commitment to equity and continuous improvement.
Ability to travel frequently for client meetings and project implementation.

A Week in the Life

Each week blends leadership, collaboration, and hands-on implementation. You might partner with Education Specialists to design professional learning for school day and out of school time educators, review deliverables for an OST grant, and meet with program leaders to strengthen practice. You will provide training and technical assistance, evaluation support, and coaching that builds capacity and elevates program quality.

You may also cultivate new partnerships by sharing Foundations expertise, exploring emerging needs with potential clients, or collaborating with funders. Throughout the week, you will work closely with colleagues to ensure alignment, spark new ideas, and support your team as they deliver engaging, high impact learning for educators and program leaders.

Why Foundations?

At Foundations, you will join a mission-driven team with more than 30 years of impact and a national reputation for supporting educators and programs that serve them. You will collaborate with talented colleagues in a flexible, creative environment where innovation and teamwork are valued and where we believe deeply in our mission: Strong educators. Bright futures.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
Full-time, exempt
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
Employee assistance program

Hybrid Work Schedule

After the initial onboarding period, this position follows a hybrid model with regular in-office collaboration two days per week in Mount Laurel, NJ, and flexibility for remote work on other days. Specific on-site days may vary based on team needs and project schedules.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Foundations, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where all team members can thrive.

How to Apply

Please submit a résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this role and your relevant experience. Applications received by December 7, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

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Original Job Description

Director, Professional Learning

Foundations, Inc.
Location: Mount Laurel, NJ (Hybrid)

About Foundations

The Role

What You Will Do

Support and coach Education Specialists, encouraging collaboration, reflection, and continuous growth.
Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of professional learning initiatives for SEAs, schools, professional learning networks, and OST organizations that align with client goals and grant requirements.
Manage multiple projects with accountability for deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
Build and sustain strong partnerships with clients, funders, and collaborators.
Partner with colleagues across Foundations to ensure alignment, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Review and strengthen professional learning materials and facilitation plans.
Use data and evaluation insights to monitor impact and guide improvement.
Support proposal development and identification of new work and contribute to organizational learning.

What We Are Looking For

5 to 7 years of experience in education, professional learning, or organizational development, including out-of-school time settings and grant-funded project work.
Strong understanding of adult learning principles and the ability to design, develop, and deliver professional learning that engages and inspires large audiences.
Proven ability to coach and develop staff, strengthen team capacity, and manage projects with clarity and follow through.
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to thrive in collaborative, fast paced environments.
Comfort using digital tools for collaboration and data tracking, and a commitment to equity and continuous improvement.
Ability to travel frequently for client meetings and project implementation.

A Week in the Life

Why Foundations?

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000
Full-time, exempt
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
Employee assistance program

Hybrid Work Schedule

Equal Opportunity Statement

How to Apply

Please submit a résumé and cover letter outlining your interest in this role and your relevant experience. Applications received by December 7, 2025 will receive priority consideration.

Position Title:

Pay Rate:

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