Program Manager

WeCode KC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

WeCode KC in Kansas City, MO seeks a Program Manager to run educational technology programs end-to-end and oversee Saturday sessions. You will manage LMS systems, recruit and mentor coordinators and interns, and collaborate with schools and community partners to expand impact.

The role requires 3+ years in program management within nonprofit or education, plus experience with STEAM curricula and data reporting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of program management experience, preferably in nonprofit or education.
• Experience with STEAM curriculum, technology education, or comparable technical program delivery.
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and comfort adopting new technology tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present data effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage WeCode KC's educational technology programs end-to-end, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and measurable goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all Saturday programming — planning, staffing, execution, and quality assurance.
• Administer, optimize, and maintain the learning management system (LMS) to support program delivery and track participant progress.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop program coordinators, subject matter experts, content developers, and interns.
• Partner with academic leaders and program leads to deepen the integration of technology across all educational initiatives.
• Develop and implement assessment tools to measure program effectiveness and track student outcomes against grant and organizational goals.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organizations, and tech industry collaborators to expand reach and impact.
• Prepare and present enrollment data, program updates, and outcomes reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in educational technology and lead the evaluation, adoption, and retirement of ed-tech tools.
• Foster clear, consistent communication and collaboration across the program team and the broader organization.

Skills

Program management

Education technology

LMS platforms

Data presentation

Communication

Grant reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

WeCode KC · Job Description · Program Manager

WeCode KC · 3737 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64109 · wecodekc.org · [e-mail]

Program Manager

WeCode KC · Kansas City, MO · Full-Time

WeCode KC is Kansas City's home for tech education — rooted in the urban core, built for

the young people most often left out of the technology economy. We're growing, and we

need a Program Manager who leads with both head and heart: someone who can hold the

operational complexity of a growing nonprofit and still show up on a Saturday morning like

it's the most important place in the world to be. Because it is.

Reports to: Operations Director

Full-Time, Exempt Saturday availability required

Background check required

The Program Manager is the operational engine behind WeCode KC's educational programs.

W H A T Y O U ' L L D O

• Lead and manage WeCode KC's educational technology programs end-to-end, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and measurable goals
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all Saturday programming — planning, staffing, execution, and quality assurance (Saturday availability is required)
• Administer, optimize, and maintain the learning management system (LMS) to support program delivery and track participant progress
• Recruit, supervise, and develop program coordinators, subject matter experts, content developers, and interns
• Partner with academic leaders and program leads to deepen the integration of technology across all educational initiatives
• Develop and implement assessment tools to measure program effectiveness and track student outcomes against grant and organizational goals
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organizations, and tech industry collaborators to expand reach and impact
• Prepare and present enrollment data, program updates, and outcomes reports to internal and external stakeholders
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in educational technology and lead the evaluation, adoption, and retirement of ed-tech tools
• Foster clear, consistent communication and collaboration across the program team and the broader organization

W H A T Y O U B R I N G

• 3+ years of program management experience, preferably in a nonprofit, education, or youth-serving organization
• Experience with STEAM curriculum, technology education, or comparable technical program delivery
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills — you write clearly, speak confidently, and present data in ways that move people
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and comfort adopting new technology tools
• A genuine passion for educational equity and the communities WeCode KC serves
• Degree in Education, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience

P R E F E R R E D

• Lived experience in communities similar to those WeCode KC serves
• Familiarity with Kansas City's education and nonprofit ecosystem
• Experience with grant reporting and outcome documentation

C O M P E N S A T I O N & B E N E F I T S

WeCode KC offers a competitive nonprofit salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance: Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage available to all full-time employees
• Short-Term Disability Insurance: Employee-paid short-term disability coverage to protect your income when life happens
• Life Insurance: Employee-paid life insurance policy available to all full-time staff
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Access to a 403(b) retirement savings plan — because your future matters. Employer match is not available at this time, but the plan is yours to grow
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy to rest, recharge, and show up as your whole self
• 10 Paid Holidays: Ten paid company holidays per year so you can celebrate the moments that matter
• Innovative Culture: Join a small, mission-driven team that moves fast, thinks boldly, and genuinely believes that education changes everything — you will never be just a number here

WeCode KC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive team. We strongly believe our organization is strengthened by the perspectives and talents of all backgrounds.

Candidates from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.