Implementation Policy Analyst

yes. every kid.; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming education for every child. As an Implementation Policy Analyst, you'll play a vital role in supporting state agencies with education freedom programs, ensuring families have access to the resources they need. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely while collaborating with a passionate team focused on making a meaningful impact in education. With a commitment to diversity and innovation, you'll help design and implement strategies that empower families and improve educational outcomes. If you're driven by a mission to enhance education, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Wellness support through Peloton and Talkspace

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of K-12 education freedom programs across states.
• Draft state-specific project plans and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Program Administration

Policy Implementation

Written Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Policy

Job description

At yes. 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

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

What You Will Bring

1. 3–7 years of experience in state government, policy implementation, or education reform with direct involvement in program operations.
2. Strong understanding of program administration, state agency operations, and/or vendor management within K-12 education systems.
3. Excellent written communication, capable of developing polished deliverables for internal and external audiences.
4. Skilled at working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
5. Mission-aligned – passionate about making education programs work better for families.

Standout Candidates Will Bring

1. Familiarity with ESA, tax credit, or open enrollment policy design.
2. 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.