Education Program Manager

Vineyard Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare stipend

Job summary

The Education Program Manager at Healing Center leads educational programs to help guests gain knowledge, skills, confidence, and support for stability and long‑term goals. Programs may include GED, ESOL, computer skills, financial education, job readiness, and life skills.

The role ensures programs are welcoming, practical, and responsive to guests’ needs, coordinating curriculum, volunteers, and resources to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in education, social services, nonprofit management, workforce development, or related field.
• Experience with adult basic education, GED, ESOL, digital literacy, financial education, or workforce readiness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee educational programs, including GED, ESOL, computer skills, financial literacy, and job readiness.
• Manage the Thrive program, including recruitment, scheduling, facilitator coordination, curriculum planning, and participant support.
• Lead, train, and assess volunteer teachers, leaders, mentors, and tutors.
• Oversee scheduling and volunteer placement to match skills and interests.
• Regularly evaluate programs to ensure effectiveness, accessibility, and responsiveness to guests’ needs.

Skills

Mission & Values Alignment

Strategic thinking

Time Management

Communication

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

System Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in education / related field

Job description

SUMMARY

The Education Program Manager leads educational programs that help Healing Center guests gain the knowledge, skills, confidence, and support they need to build greater stability and work toward long-term goals. These programs may include GED, ESOL, computer skills, financial education, job readiness, and life skills. The Education Program Manager makes sure each program is welcoming, practical, and responsive to guests’ needs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management

• Develop and oversee educational programs, including financial literacy, job readiness, GED, ESOL, computer skills, and related resources.
• Manage the Thrive program, including participant recruitment, program scheduling, facilitator coordination, curriculum planning, and ongoing participant support.
• Identify and recommend new classes and learning opportunities based on guest and community needs.
• Regularly evaluate programs to ensure they are effective, relevant, and appropriate for guests’ needs and learning abilities.
• Offer a variety of learning options, including classroom instruction, tutoring, and online learning.
• Manage the education budget, materials, technology, and other resources.
• Develop and maintain clear procedures for educational programs.
• Lead, train, and assess volunteer teachers, leaders, mentors, and tutors.
• Oversee scheduling ensuring volunteer placement is balanced and assigned appropriately according to skills, gifting, and interests.
• Provide train-the-trainer opportunities and other effective growth and development opportunities for instructors.
• Intercede regarding issues and concerns. Escalate issues appropriately to the HC Volunteer Program Manager.

Professional Development & Marketing

• Stay current on adult education practices, teaching methods, and learning technology.
• Participate in relevant training, seminars, and professional networks.
• Work with the appropriate staff to promote educational programs through the Healing Center’s website, social media, and other outreach efforts.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Mission & Values Alignment
• Strategic & Systems Thinker
• Time Management
• Communication
• Relationship Building
• Problem Solving
• System Management

VCC's expectations of staff is that we model healthy discipleship by being an active participant within the life of the church. This is demonstrated primarily by commitment to being a Shareholder. The Shareholder Commitment includes basic behaviors like attending worship services, exercising personal spiritual disciplines, Biblical conflict resolution, and tithing 10% of your income.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in education, social services, nonprofit management, workforce development, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered

EXPERIENCE Preferred experience with adult basic education, GED, ESOL, digital literacy, financial education, workforce readiness, coaching, and using a database or learning management system for program tracking.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sitting, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting