Head of Regional Operations & Impact

Teach For America; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach For America Indianapolis seeks a Managing Director, Operations to lead internal operations and enable the FY27 priorities across corps growth, program expansion, and ecosystem engagement.

You will build systems, processes, and communication structures for a high-performing regional team, translating strategy into coordinated action in a dynamic environment. The role centers on operational infrastructure to meet student impact and talent goals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in education, operations, project management, or organizational leadership.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership and partnership with the ED and internal implementation within the regional team (15%).
• Manage internal operations, team planning, and staff support systems to enable execution of regional priorities (35%).
• Oversee budgeting, financial tracking, and resource allocation in alignment with regional goals (10%).
• Lead internal and (external) communications to ensure clarity, alignment, and consistency across teams (20%).
• Coordinate agile responses to emerging priorities, supporting leadership in navigating a dynamic ecosystem (20%).

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Cross-functional coordination

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Teach For America Indianapolis seeks a Managing Director, Operations to lead internal operations and enable the FY27 priorities across corps growth, program expansion, and ecosystem engagement.

You will build systems, processes, and communication structures for a high-performing regional team, translating strategy into coordinated action in a dynamic environment. The role centers on operational infrastructure to meet student impact and talent goals.