3DE School & Partnership Manager

The 3DE School & Partnership Manager is essential in supporting the implementation of the 3DE instructional model, working closely with students, teachers, and local business professionals. This role involves fostering relationships within the school and community, coordinating resources and experiences that elevate student development, and ensuring that systems are in place for successful 3DE execution. The School & Partnership Manager is responsible for integrating business partners into the program, managing school operations, and supporting teacher and student engagement to enhance the overall learning experience.

Title: 3DE School & Partnership Manager

Area: Marshalltown Highschool; Junior Achievement of Central Iowa

Reports to: VP of Education

Status: Full-Time, Salaried

Impact

3DE by Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming high school education. 3DE was designed and implemented in partnership with school districts to make high school more relevant, experiential, and connected to the real world through project-based learning, case methodology, and competency development. Our goal is to prepare students for the demands of tomorrow's economy, providing them with the opportunity for a choice-filled life.

Primary Responsibilities:

Business Partner Engagement & Integration
Recruit, prepare, and manage business professionals to ensure successful collaboration with students and teachers

Model Implementation
Utilize systems to foster a positive 3DE culture, increase engagement, and embody program values
Set up 3DE spaces to support collaboration, community, and success for students, staff, and partners
Support PLC meetings and help build 3DE teacher leaders through engagement and training
Monitor program implementation, provide troubleshooting support, and use data to improve engagement and quality assurance metrics

Event Planning & Collaboration with Teams
Cultivate strong connections with school staff, students, and business partners to create a collaborative learning environment
Collaborate to organize on/off-site capstone experiences and other events that highlight student achievements and 3DE's impact

Qualifications (required)

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree in relevant field preferred

Project/Program Management & Instructional Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of middle or high school classroom teaching experience (comparable nonprofit experience also acceptable)
Proven track record of strong organization and time management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities

Data-Driven Decision Making:
Experience using data to inform strategic planning and decision-making.

Relationship Building:
Proven track record of successful relationship building and management with a variety of key stakeholders
Proven track record of effective collaboration within a team

Proficient in the Use of Technology & Written/Verbal Communication:
Strong communication, presentation, and public speaking skills with experience adapting style based on the needs and perspectives of audiences
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, E-learning technologies, etc.