Blended Learning Manager -Columbia

Cyber Academy of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care, dental, life insurance, +

Retirement through PEBA; laptop + Wi‑F

Job summary

The Heron Institute Learning Lab (HILL) in Columbia, SC seeks a Blended Learning Manager to oversee operations, programming, and student engagement for the region in an in-person role. The position requires strong leadership, program development, and cross‑functional collaboration with local schools and community partners.

This exempt, full-time role includes supervision of staff, budget oversight, and travel across the state.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 3+ years in program management or educational administration or similar leadership role.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Experience supervising staff and leading teams in educational or nonprofit settings.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and scheduling systems.
• Ability to travel frequently across the state.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations, programming, and overall success of the learning lab and microschools.
• Supervise Learning Lab Advisors and manage performance.
• Develop policies and best practices for efficient center operations.
• Plan onsite programming with educators, students, and partners.
• Coordinate off-site student outings ensuring safety and value.
• Monitor student engagement and drive blended learning improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication skills

Travel ability

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Bachelor’s degree (Education, Counseling, Human Services or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Scheduling systems

Job description

You must be located in the state of South Carolina.

Frustrated with cookie-cutter education models? So are we. The Heron Institute, we create schools that adapt to real-world needs—because every community deserves a chance to thrive.

Job Description

Anticipated Salary: $56,000-$74,000. This is an exempt position.

Time Off Plan: 25 days of PTO. Additional Time Off: MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Week of July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (Wed-Fri), Winter Break (Dec. 24-Jan. 1)

The Blended Learning Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations, programming, and overall success of the learning lab and microschools in the region. This role provides leadership and supervision to the learning lab (Heron Institute Learning Lab - HILL) while ensuring a high-quality learning environment for students. The manager will oversee space utilization, program development, student engagement, and community partnerships, ensuring that the center operates efficiently and effectively supports blended learning initiatives. The Manager also partners with The Heron Foundation to make connections in the community to facilitate programming and resources for students.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise the Learning Lab Advisors, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Oversee day-to-day center operations, ensuring a welcoming and well-managed environment for students and staff.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices for efficient center operations.

Program Development & Student Engagement

• Plan and oversee onsite programming, working closely with educators, students, and partners to create meaningful learning and social experiences.
• Support the organization of off-site student outings, ensuring safety, logistics, and educational value.
• Monitor student participation and engagement, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in blended learning.

Facility & Space Management

• Oversee the scheduling and utilization of the learning lab’s spaces, ensuring efficient use for classes, meetings, and events.
• Coordinate with Operations teams to maintain a fully functional learning environment, including technology and equipment needs.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison between the learning lab and external stakeholders, including community partners, vendors, and educational institutions.
• Represent the learning lab in meetings, outreach events, and collaborations with local organizations.
• Foster a positive and inclusive culture within the learning lab that aligns with the organization’s mission and values.

Administrative & Budget Oversight

• Monitor the learning lab’s budget in conjunction with Finance, including expense tracking, purchasing, and financial reporting.
• Oversee office management functions, ensuring smooth administrative operations.
• Maintain records, generate reports, and analyze data to support decision‑making and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Education And Experience

• Associate’s degree or higher
• 3+ years of experience in program management, educational administration, or a similar leadership role OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
• Experience supervising staff and leading teams in an educational or nonprofit setting.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and scheduling systems.
• Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Ability to travel frequently, up to once per week, to sites across the state
• Ability to clear required background check.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required for special events, student outings, or stakeholder meetings.

Preferred Education And/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Human Services or related field of study
• Three (3) years of experience working with families in a similar capacity, developing parent mentors/parent training, and/or facilitating community involvement

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has 1-4 direct reports. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Top Perks

As a staff member at The Heron Institute, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, life insurance, and retirement through PEBA - Keep your service credit!
• Laptop provided by the school and eligibility for internet reimbursement

Location

All staff must reside in the state of South Carolina.

This position is in-person full-time in Columbia, SC with the following travel expectations:

• Attend local student outing 1-2 times per semester
• Attend in-person professional development 1-3 times per semester
• Attend back-to-school professional development in July (1-3 consecutive days)
• Participate in in-person student testing
• Travel as needed to meet with community partners as part of the learning lab’s programming
• Travel across the state periodically to visit microschools and other learning labs
• Additional details on travel will be provided in the interview process

Additional Information

Non-certified staff are compensated based on a combination of education and relevant experience. We offer state health benefits and retirement through PEBA as well as deferred compensation through Empower and supplemental plans through Colonial Life. Learn more: Working at CASC/HVASC

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 8-4 or as defined by the school.

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

This position is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.

The Heron Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.