Hybrid Director, Educational Program Evaluation

ISTE+ASCD; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ISTE+ASCD in Arlington, VA seeks a Director of Program Evaluation to lead the design, implementation, and management of educational program evaluations. You will apply quantitative and qualitative methods to assess program outcomes and impact, translating findings into actionable recommendations for evidence-informed decisions.

The role also involves managing evaluation projects, communicating with clients and funders, and contributing to proposals and budgets.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of program evaluation methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods).
• Familiarity with evaluation frameworks, data analysis methods, and ethics.
• Knowledge of educational issues related to teacher performance and student outcomes (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement evaluation frameworks and mixed-method evaluation plans.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and prepare technical reports and briefs.
• Ensure methodological rigor, data integrity, confidentiality, objectivity and ethics.
• Manage evaluation projects, including work plans, timelines, budgets and risks.
• Oversee grant evaluation activities and funder reporting.
• Translate findings into actionable recommendations for program improvement.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to communicate progress and results.
• Assist with proposals, evaluation plans and project budgets for partnerships.
• Coordinate external evaluators as needed and represent the organization at events.

Skills

Evaluation design

Data analysis

Technical writing

Presentation

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

AI tools

Education

Advanced graduate degree in Education / social science / evaluation

Job description

ISTE+ASCD in Arlington, VA seeks a Director of Program Evaluation to lead the design, implementation, and management of educational program evaluations. You will apply quantitative and qualitative methods to assess program outcomes and impact, translating findings into actionable recommendations for evidence-informed decisions.

The role also involves managing evaluation projects, communicating with clients and funders, and contributing to proposals and budgets.