PROGRAM PLANNER, PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Association of Christian Schools International; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDHP and copay medical plans

Dental, vision, health savings account

403b retirement plan

Christian school tuition benefit

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Association of Christian Schools International is seeking a Program Planner, Professional Learning to manage and coordinate global leadership and learning programs from a home office in the contiguous United States. You will oversee budgets, events, and vendor partnerships, delivering immersive experiences that develop servant leadership and a biblical worldview.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in event/program planning within Christian settings, a Bachelor's in Education or related field, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in event/program planning, teaching, leadership, or similar role in a Christian organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required.
• Program Management Certification from an approved training organization preferred.
• Experience in development and research of event/program creation.
• Experience planning all aspects of an event/program, including budgets and customer service.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Knowledge Canva and Adobe Suite, and other graphic design software.
• Familiar with financial reporting software, database/spreadsheet software, publishing software, and website management.
• Comfortable with remote work, adaptable to new technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication, detail-oriented, strong time management, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management and global implementation of leadership and learning programs.
• Manage attendee data, registration, communications, and program materials.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Create and manage program budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Track expenses, reconcile invoices, and provide budget updates.
• Maintain program calendars and schedules well in advance.
• Provide research support and analyze student trends for school leaders.
• Oversee end-to-end logistics for global programs (venue, travel, catering, A/V).
• Negotiate and manage partnerships with universities, schools, vendors, and venues.
• Recruit participants via calls, meetings, and in-person engagements.
• Recruit, train, and retain program volunteers as needed.
• Create and manage online Community Groups to boost engagement.
• Review policies and documents; implement improvements for clarity.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports for improvements.
• Travel and contribute on-site to at least five global programs annually.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Event planning

Leadership

Teaching

Communication

Budgeting

Remote work

Canva

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Website management

Research

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Position Summary

The Program Planner, Professional Learning is responsible for managing, coordinating, and implementing assigned student leadership and learning programs within the Professional Learning Department. The Program Planner will serve as a member of a highly motivated team that is dedicated to providing schools and educators worldwide with opportunities to enrich the educational experience through immersive, creative, and engaging experiences designed to develop servant leadership, critical thinking, and a biblical worldview.

Description

Position Summary

The Program Planner, Professional Learning is responsible for managing, coordinating, and implementing assigned student leadership and learning programs within the Professional Learning Department. The Program Planner will serve as a member of a highly motivated team that is dedicated to providing schools and educators worldwide with opportunities to enrich the educational experience through immersive, creative, and engaging experiences designed to develop servant leadership, critical thinking, and a biblical worldview.

This is a remote position performed from a home office anywhere in the contiguous United States. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Compensation And Benefits

Starting Salary Range: $56,000 - $58,000; based on work experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and internal and external equity.

Employees may choose from benefits including HDHP and copay medical plans, dental, vision, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 403b retirement plan, and supplemental life and disability insurance. In addition, ACSI provides vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, basic life, basic accidental death and disability, long term disability, employee assistance plan, Christian school tuition benefit, and discretionary annual bonus.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operational oversight and global implementation of assigned leadership and learning programs, managing budgets, program website, registration processes, venue contracts, speaker contracts, etc., to ensure excellence and consistency across all regions


• Manage attendee data, program websites, registration processes, communication, and program materials for all assigned programs


• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful, cost-effective program delivery


• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines


• Track expenses, reconcile invoices, and provide regular budget status updates


• Maintain annual program calendars at least one year in advance, ensuring operational readiness and adherence to established systems and procedures


• Provide research assistance, monitor current student trends, and gather data to educate and equip school leaders and students


• Oversee end-to-end logistics for global programs, including venue selection, travel coordination, catering, audio-visual, and all event-related services


• Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic relationships with universities, K-12 schools, vendors, speakers, and venues in partnership with designated leadership


• Recruit new Professional Learning event participants through personal touches, including calls, meetings, and in-person meetings when applicable


• Recruit, train, and retain program volunteers as needed to support high-quality program execution


• Create and manage online Community Groups for assigned programs to enhance engagement and ongoing development


• Review policies, procedures, and program documents; recommend and implement edits to strengthen alignment and clarity


• Conduct post-event evaluations, analyze performance metrics, and compile comprehensive reports to drive future program improvements


• Travel and serve onsite at a minimum of five global programs annually


• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

Spiritually

the ideal candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect

• a demonstrated acceptance without reservation of the ACSI Statement of Faith


• a strong, clear Christian testimony, acknowledging Christ as Savior and seeking to live as His disciple


• a desire for spiritual growth as evidenced by his/her prayer life, Bible study, and spiritual outreach to others


• a mature, godly spirit


• a Christian role model (Luke 6:40) in attitude, speech, and actions toward others. (This includes being committed to God's biblical standards for sexual conduct.)


• a person of faith and prayer


• a broad acceptance of and by the evangelical Christian community


• a strong knowledge and understanding of Scripturei>
  
• a servant leader


• an active participation in a local Bible-believing church

Required Experience And Education

• 5 or more years of experience in event/program planning, teaching, leadership, or a similar role in a Christian organization environment


• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field is required


• Program Management Certification from an approved training organization is preferred


• Experience in the development and research of event/program creation.


• Experience planning all aspects of an event/program, including budget proposals, with a focus on excellent customer service


• Proficient in the Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams)


• Knowledgeable in Canva and Adobe Suite, including other graphic design software.


• Working knowledge of financial reporting software, database/spreadsheet software, publishing software, and website management


• Comfortable with the supportive technology needed to work remotely, engage staff and schools digitally, and provide resources electronically; open to new concepts and technology


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously


• Disciplined time management skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently


• Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills


• Ability to articulate a Christian philosophy of education consistent with Scripture


• Have a deep understanding and empathy for the Christian school and the Christian school movement as a whole

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Professional remote work environment in which to conduct videoconferences and phone calls


• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% by plane or automobile


• Driver’s License required to be kept current and in effect as a condition of employment


• Employee is regularly required to walk, sit, use hands and fingers, talk, and hear


• Essential duties require the use of computers to process information


• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to read at close range and distinguish colors and contrasts


• The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal


• Able to lift up to 20 pounds

Accountability

• Accountable to the Director of Professional Learning


• Accountable to the agreed upon job description and ACSI’s policies


• Accountable for agreed upon goals and timelines