Implementation Policy Analyst

Stand Together; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a transformative organization dedicated to enhancing education for every child. As an Implementation Policy Analyst, you will play a vital role in supporting states to launch and improve education freedom programs. This position emphasizes hands-on work, collaborating with state agencies to design effective family-centered programs. You'll be part of a passionate team that values diversity and innovation, contributing to meaningful change in the education sector. If you're driven by a mission to empower families and improve educational outcomes, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Comprehensive health plans

Wellness support

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 3-7 years in state government or education reform.
• Strong understanding of K-12 program operations.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of K-12 education freedom programs.
• Draft project plans, communications, and family materials.

Skills

Policy Implementation

Education Reform

Written Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Atyes. every kid.our purpose is to transform education to be as diverse as the kids it’s designed to serve. Instead of allowing politicians and special interests to rule education, we can unleash the extraordinary potential of every kid by treating them with dignity and empowering them to make decisions that are best for them. Join us as we give a voice to every parent, student, and teacher who shares that goal.

yes. every kid. is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

The Implementation Policy Analyst will play a key role on the Policy Implementation team at yes. every kid. foundation (YesF), supporting states in launching and improving education freedom programs, including Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), personal-use tax credits, and open enrollment initiatives.

This position focuses on the hands-on, technical, and operational work of helping state agencies design, execute, and refine family-centered programs. The analyst will work closely with agency staff, and internal teams to develop and deliver critical implementation deliverables, from project timelines to communications strategies and handbooks for families.

This position fills a critical capacity need as the team expands current work and pursues new strategic engagements.

The yes. every kid. team is remote with an optional in-person office in Arlington, VA.

How You’ll Contribute:

• Support active implementation efforts across multiple states with a focus on K-12 education freedom programs (e.g., ESAs, tax credits, open enrollment).
• Draft implementation tools such as state-specific project plans, RFP outlines, stakeholder communications, FAQs, process documentation, and family/provider materials.
• Contribute to the design and documentation of customer service strategies, technology integrations, and family engagement resources.
• Draft memos, internal briefings, and external deliverables to support implementation planning and execution.
• Represent yes. every kid. foundation. in communications with agency staff and other state-level stakeholders, as appropriate.
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and follow-ups related to new state engagements.
• Travel (up to 25%) may be required to support state implementation work.

What You Will Bring:

• 3–7 years of experience in state government, policy implementation, or education reform with direct involvement in program operations.
• Strong understanding of program administration, state agency operations and/or vendor management within K-12 education systems.
• Excellent written communication, capable of developing polished deliverables for internal and external audiences.
• Skilled at working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Mission-aligned – passionate about making education programs work better for families.

Standout Candidates Will Bring:

• Familiarity with ESA, tax credit, or open enrollment policy design.
• Prior experience supporting or advising state agency staff.

What We Offer:

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

Our Values:Working at Stand Together is different from many other organizations. Our culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management (PBM), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM empowers our employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.

We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success, and that is why we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, respect and sensitivity.