Director of STEM Programs at Silicon Valley Education Foundation - Santa Clara
About the Employer
Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) is the largest educational nonprofit in Silicon Valley. Our mission is to deliver and advocate for STEM education that inspires students, who lack access and opportunities, to succeed in college and careers. We are guided by the belief that all students are capable of pursuing higher education and boosting their future economic mobility regardless of their background. SVEF has an established legacy of providing proven STEM programs and being profoundly committed to empowering students to graduate high school career and college ready. The impact of our work is evident in our strong partnerships with districts and donors in closing the achievement gap and the creation of a workforce that has the skills to meet 21st century needs.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Director of STEM Programs is responsible for overall development, management and direction of the Computer Science [CS] Innovate, Elevate [Math] programs, computer science dual enrollment, and computer science tech certification. Duties include day-to-day operations, management of staff, program design, implementation, milestone creation/tracking, curriculum management and school district communications of program evaluation, co-developing and monitoring of the budget, participating in obtaining funds/grants, designing a computer science pathways program, and coordinating/integrating programs with other SVEF initiatives. The Director of STEM Programs reports to the Senior Director of Programs and works closely with other SVEF Directors to lead and champion the Foundation’s mission and services.
Requirements / Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other STEM field and at least 3 years of management
- In-depth knowledge of the CA Computer Science & Math Standards, K-12 computer science and math coursework and curriculum
- Experience in dual enrollment and community college partnerships
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and core values of SVEF
- Culturally responsive interpersonal communication skills for organizational effectiveness
- Demonstrated strategic and operational planning and execution skills
- Ability to lead, influence and motivate individuals and teams (staff, volunteers, Advisory Boards, community, etc)
- Ability to manage business relationships, alliances and collaborate with a variety of individuals
- Ability to work independently and without direct supervision
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrated written and verbal skills to influence, negotiate, coach, inspire and motivate individuals and teams
- Demonstrated experience in operations, program management and people development
- Experience in building and managing large staffs including recruitment, hiring, training, and managing the work of paid staff and volunteers
- Demonstrated success in building scalable, replicable programs: program processes that are systematized, documented and effectively evaluated with an effective assessment program
- Knowledge of and work with the public education system and non-profit organizations
- Knowledge of underserved, first generation communities
- Ability to thrive in a multitasking environment
- Working knowledge of Salesforce, Google Suite and Microsoft Office suite of applications
- Ability to have fun!
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume to: HR@svefoundation.org
Requirements / Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other STEM field and at least 3 years of management
- In-depth knowledge of the CA Computer Science & Math Standards, K-12 computer science and math coursework and curriculum
- Experience in dual enrollment and community college partnerships
- Demonstrated commitment to the mission and core values of SVEF
- Culturally responsive interpersonal communication skills for organizational effectiveness
- Demonstrated strategic and operational planning and execution skills
- Ability to lead, influence and motivate individuals and teams (staff, volunteers, Advisory Boards, community, etc)
- Ability to manage business relationships, alliances and collaborate with a variety of individuals
- Ability to work independently and without direct supervision
- Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrated written and verbal skills to influence, negotiate, coach, inspire and motivate individuals and teams
- Demonstrated experience in operations, program management and people development
- Experience in building and managing large staffs including recruitment, hiring, training, and managing the work of paid staff and volunteers
- Demonstrated success in building scalable, replicable programs: program processes that are systematized, documented and effectively evaluated with an effective assessment program
- Knowledge of and work with the public education system and non-profit organizations
- Knowledge of underserved, first generation communities
- Ability to thrive in a multitasking environment
- Working knowledge of Salesforce, Google Suite and Microsoft Office suite of applications
- Ability to have fun!
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume to: HR@svefoundation.org
Comments and Other Information
Preferred Start Date and Salary Parameters
- Preferred start date as soon as possible.
- Generous benefits with a salary commensurate with experience.
- Salary range from $90-100k.
Comments and Other Information
Preferred Start Date and Salary Parameters
- Preferred start date as soon as possible.
- Generous benefits with a salary commensurate with experience.
- Salary range from $90-100k.