School-based Social and Emotional Learning Project Director (Part-time)

Company Description

EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER (EDC)

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms.  EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.

Job Description

STRONG CANDIDATE IDENTIFIED

The Health Promotion, Practice and Innovation (HPPI) Portfolio has an opening for a part-time School-based Social and Emotional Learning Project Director (School-based SEL Project Director), reporting to the Senior Project Director.  

The HPPI portfolio includes projects related to social and emotional learning, school-based mental health supports, substance misuse prevention, and suicide prevention. This position has a specific focus on school-based social and emotional learning and mental health supports.

The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.

You will:

• oversee programmatic/technical success and be responsible for administrative/business/financial viability of each project
• direct team of trainers and technical assistance (TA) providers who support schools across Massachusetts implement SEL and mental health strategies
• create online and in-person trainings
• manage performance, and adherence to schedules, resource requirements, and quality standards
• develop policies & procedures to improve project/program management efficiency, quality, consistency or effectiveness; implements and enforces Center and EDC policies, procedures or systems
• promote equity and opportunity in support of EDC’s commitment to diversity

Qualifications

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills. Specific requirements:

Education:

• Master's Degree in related field or equivalent combination of training and experience

Skills & Experience:

• At least 6 years of related experience including budget responsibility and staff supervision
• Excellent analytical skills and aptitude for details
• Experience in school leadership, school-level systems, and/or school-level strategic planning
• Demonstrated expertise in SEL, mental and/or behavioral health

Additional Information

Preference for individuals in the Massachusetts area. This position will need to travel to schools in Massachusetts about 10 days a year, otherwise work can be remote and is open to US-based telecommuters.

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  Equity and excellence are inseparable.  If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply.

TOTAL REWARDS:

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/Colleg