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Teach For America is hiring a Director, Regional Operations. This role manages data systems, oversees project management for Corps Member Summer Training, plans and executes regional events, and supports cross-functional projects to ensure operational effectiveness in the Idaho region. The position requires analyzing data to identify trends and risks, managing stakeholder relationships, and implementing strategies to support the organization's mission.

Highlights

Manage complex projects including Corps Member Summer Training from partner identification to staff hiring and milestone tracking.
Lead planning and logistics for internal and regional events.
Oversee data systems related to corps members including licensing, engagement, outcomes, and retention; analyze data to provide actionable insights.
Provide cross-functional support across program, alumni, partnerships, and fundraising workstreams.
Bachelor's degree and minimum 4 years of relevant experience required.
Experience with data systems, project management, and stakeholder communication is essential.
Preferred experience in event planning and work within education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and shift priorities in a mission-driven environment.
Position offers a salary range of $67,500 to $90,300 (Tier A), with pay depending on qualifications and location.
Work flexibility within Idaho with some travel (up to 20%) and occasional weekend/evening hours required.

Director, Regional Operations Full Description

ROLE TITLE: Director, Regional Operations

POSITION REPORTS TO: Tony Ashton - Teach For America Idaho, Executive Director

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, Apr 12, 2026

LOCATION: Idaho (Flexible within state)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This role is designed for someone who thrives on building systems, managing complex projects, and ensuring that the operational infrastructure behind a mission-driven team runs smoothly and effectively. You are someone who is energized by turning logistical complexity into streamlined processes—and who finds purpose in enabling others to do their best work in service of Idaho's students.

In this role, you will serve as the operational backbone of Teach For America (TFA) Idaho, managing data systems for all corps member information, leading end-to-end project management for Corps Member Summer Training, planning and executing regional events, and providing cross-functional support across program, alumni, and fundraising workstreams. You'll analyze data to identify trends and risks—such as retention challenges or engagement gaps—and recommend targeted support strategies. You'll also manage relationships with school partners, summer staff, and internal teams to ensure all stakeholders are aligned and deadlines are met.

Through your work in regional operations, you will play a critical role in ensuring TFA Idaho has the systems, processes, and coordination necessary to deliver on its mission. Your ability to manage multiple priorities, synthesize data into actionable insights, and execute on logistics will support the team's impact on students and communities across Idaho.

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

[30%] Summer Training Project Management: Serve as project manager for Corps Member Summer Training: identify and secure school partners, establish MOUs, design the hiring process for summer staff, set project milestones, and manage all stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.
[30%] Event Planning and Logistics: Lead end-to-end planning and logistics for internal team events and external-facing regional events.
[20%] Data Systems Management: Manage data systems for all corps member information, including state licensing, engagement, student achievement outcomes, and retention. Analyze data to identify trends and risks (e.g., retention risks) and recommend targeted support for struggling teachers.
[20%] Cross-Functional Support: Support projects across multiple workstreams: program, talent, partnerships, and fundraising to enable the successful running of our region.

A WEEK IN THE LIFE

No two weeks will look the same in this adaptive role -but below are examples of how the Director might spend their time:

Updating and analyzing corps member data dashboards to flag retention risks and prepare a brief for the program team with recommended interventions.
Leading a planning call with a school partner to finalize logistics for Corps Member Summer Training, including classroom placements and MOU details.
Coordinating with summer staff candidates through the hiring process, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and tracking milestones.
Planning logistics for an upcoming regional event, including venue coordination, catering, attendee communications, and day-of run-of-show details.
Meeting with program, alumni, and fundraising leads to identify cross-functional needs and aligning on shared project timelines.
Troubleshooting a data systems issue related to state licensing records and coordinating with the national team for resolution.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role (minimum qualifications):
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 4 years of previous work experience.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through execution, keeping teams aligned on milestones and deadlines.
Comfort working with data systems and the ability to translate data into actionable insights that improve programmatic outcomes.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously across diverse workstreams.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with school partners, summer staff, internal teams, and external collaborators.
Flexibility to shift between operational, programmatic, and strategic tasks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Experience in event planning and logistics preferred.
Previous experience in education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations preferred.

BONUS (preferred qualifications)

Exceptional project management and organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple workstreams to successful completion.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data systems and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear stakeholder communication and cross-team coordination.
Ability to work independently and proactively, anticipating needs and solving problems before they escalate.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data management, event logistics, and project execution.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build productive relationships across teams and with external partners.
Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift.
Work may be completed from a home office within Idaho or a flexible location.
Some weekend and evening work required for events and programming.
Ability to travel to in-person events, school partner sites, and summer training locations across Idaho, may travel up to 20%.
Occasionally moves inventory weighing up to 30 lbs

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

You will join six thoughtful, hardworking and kind team members as part of the TFA Idaho region who recruit our participants, coach them during their two-year teaching commitment, support leadership pathways for participants after they complete our program, and lead our fundraising strategy, respectively. We have a range of 2-11 years of experience working on the team. The team is highly collaborative, and we often support each other's projects. This is by design. In addition to working together on overlapping projects, we also have a high level of communication with our national organization. While we come from a variety of backgrounds, one trait all share is a focus on impact, and a willingness to try new things to maximize opportunities for Idaho's students.

YOUR COMPENSATION

The applicable salary range for each U.S.-based role is based on where the employee works and is aligned to one of 3 tiers according to a cost of labor index in that geographic area. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role. The expected salary ranges for this role are set forth below. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Tier A: $67,500 - $90,300

You can view which tier applies to where you plan to work here. If your location is not listed, please click here for additional total rewards information.

Original Job Description

ROLE TITLE: Director, Regional Operations

POSITION REPORTS TO: Tony Ashton - Teach For America Idaho, Executive Director

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, Apr 12, 2026

LOCATION: Idaho (Flexible within state)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

[30%] Summer Training Project Management: Serve as project manager for Corps Member Summer Training: identify and secure school partners, establish MOUs, design the hiring process for summer staff, set project milestones, and manage all stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.
[30%] Event Planning and Logistics: Lead end-to-end planning and logistics for internal team events and external-facing regional events.
[20%] Data Systems Management: Manage data systems for all corps member information, including state licensing, engagement, student achievement outcomes, and retention. Analyze data to identify trends and risks (e.g., retention risks) and recommend targeted support for struggling teachers.
[20%] Cross-Functional Support: Support projects across multiple workstreams: program, talent, partnerships, and fundraising to enable the successful running of our region.

A WEEK IN THE LIFE

No two weeks will look the same in this adaptive role -but below are examples of how the Director might spend their time:

Updating and analyzing corps member data dashboards to flag retention risks and prepare a brief for the program team with recommended interventions.
Leading a planning call with a school partner to finalize logistics for Corps Member Summer Training, including classroom placements and MOU details.
Coordinating with summer staff candidates through the hiring process, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and tracking milestones.
Planning logistics for an upcoming regional event, including venue coordination, catering, attendee communications, and day-of run-of-show details.
Meeting with program, alumni, and fundraising leads to identify cross-functional needs and aligning on shared project timelines.
Troubleshooting a data systems issue related to state licensing records and coordinating with the national team for resolution.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role (minimum qualifications):
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 4 years of previous work experience.
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from planning through execution, keeping teams aligned on milestones and deadlines.
Comfort working with data systems and the ability to translate data into actionable insights that improve programmatic outcomes.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously across diverse workstreams.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with school partners, summer staff, internal teams, and external collaborators.
Flexibility to shift between operational, programmatic, and strategic tasks in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Experience in event planning and logistics preferred.
Previous experience in education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations preferred.

BONUS (preferred qualifications)

Exceptional project management and organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple workstreams to successful completion.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with data systems and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear stakeholder communication and cross-team coordination.
Ability to work independently and proactively, anticipating needs and solving problems before they escalate.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data management, event logistics, and project execution.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build productive relationships across teams and with external partners.
Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift.
Work may be completed from a home office within Idaho or a flexible location.
Some weekend and evening work required for events and programming.
Ability to travel to in-person events, school partner sites, and summer training locations across Idaho, may travel up to 20%.
Occasionally moves inventory weighing up to 30 lbs

YOUR FUTURE TEAM

YOUR COMPENSATION

Tier A: $67,500 - $90,300

You can view which tier applies to where you plan to work here. If your location is not listed, please click here for additional total rewards information.

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