Project Director, Math

Bank Street College of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious institution seeks a Project Director, Math to lead K-12 projects. This role encompasses project management, stakeholder collaboration, and curriculum implementation while fostering progressive education. Candidates should have a deep understanding of math education and two years of leadership experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of management/team leadership experience.
• Deep kindergarten to grade 12 math content knowledge.
• Background in progressive teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams within the K-12 Math Portfolio.
• Manage design and implementation of projects in partner school systems.
• Develop professional learning arcs and facilitate development opportunities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

M.A. degree in education or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Qualtrics

Slack

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION Summary Position: Bank Street Education Center (the Ed Center), a division within Bank Street College of Education (the College) created to support the College's systems-level work public impact work with school districts, is currently seeking a Project Director of Math to lead projects within the K-12 Math Portfolio. The Project Director of Math will oversee the project teams and related project workstreams, with direct supervision and support from the Executive Director of K-12 Math. Key relationships: The Project Director of Math will report to the Executive Director of the Math Portfolio, collaborate with other Math project directors, and directly supervise a subset of team members. The Project Director will also need to develop and maintain relationships with related project consultants and partners.

Responsibilities: In collaboration with their supervisor and Ed Center leaders, the Project Director of Math will be responsible for the following:

Leadership Capacity Building

Working in collaboration with the Executive Director to deliver a unified business development strategy, engaging in effective stakeholder management, and capitalizing on an established portfolio of foundation and contract-based relationships.

Manage project teams to support effectively executing partnerships, including leading project team structures and providing developmental guidance and support for individual team members (e.g., content developers, facilitators, coaches, analysts, project managers, program associates, etc.).

Identify areas of opportunity for internal systems improvement and portfolio expansion.

Cultivate and maintain relationships with partner school systems and relevant stakeholders, including state or district leaders, school leaders, community members, educators, etc.

Project Design and Implementation

Implement new partnerships with organizations that align with Bank Street's approach and offerings.

Manage the design and implementation of projects in partner school and state systems, including engaging in business development, thought partnership, and maintaining strategic planning conversations with partners.

Lead strategic planning conversations with project partners, including step-back meetings and reflections, to monitor project progress regularly and identify adjustments accordingly.

Research, design, and develop professional learning arcs based on project goals, objectives, and deliverables.

Design and facilitate convenings, professional development opportunities, or other events for educators, leaders, or other stakeholders.

Collaborate with the project manager to manage project milestones, escalating and updating tasks and responsibilities as needed.

Collaborate with the project analyst to develop a measurement and evaluation plan, collect and track data, and communicate learnings and implications to the project team, partners, and Ed Center leaders.

Develop and execute strategies for effective documentation, research, and codification of efforts to share tools, resources, and experience across teams and with the field.

Other Related Responsibilities As Assigned. Publications And Learning Agenda

Lead presentations on the learning and implications of math project work at conferences as well as with funders, Education Center staff, and other internal college stakeholders (e.g., Graduate School faculty).

Qualifications

Skills & Knowledge:

Deep Kindergarten to grade 12 math content knowledge

Background in progressive teaching and learning, as well as in curriculum, instruction, professional development, and/or assessment in mathematics

Comfort in Google Suite tools (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides, forms); Qualtrics or other data-capturing tool; and Slack for communications and collaboration

Strong communication, analytical thinking, project management, and problem-solving skills

Deep understanding and alignment with Bank Street's approach to reflective practice, coaching, and progressive education grounded in an understanding of human development

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including management and coaching of direct reports and lateral leadership, and developing a team-focused collaborative culture

Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including school systems, district leaders, and community members, to support partnership development and execution

Experience in project management, including leading and supporting project teams to effectively execute partnership goals

Strong ability to collaborate with leadership to develop and implement strategies for stakeholder engagement and business growth

Demonstrated ability to design systems or processes to solve a problem Experiences

At least 2 years of management and/or team leadership experience, with a proven ability to build capacity in others

Background in K-12 math curriculum, instruction, professional development, and assessment

Background in progressive teaching and learning

Demonstrated ability to design and manage complex and multiple projects

Ability to work collaboratively with educators, district teams, consultants, and vendors

Demonstrated Google suite, PowerPoint, Excel, project management, and analytical skills

Demonstrated learning stance

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with experienced educators and district teams

Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing large-scale adult learning experiences

Comfort engaging in conversations around race, equity, and identity

M.A. degree in education or related field

Mindsets

Flexibility in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment of quickly changing priorities and tight deadlines

An intersectional, anti-racist lens and strengths-based approach to racial equity and identity work and team collaboration.

A culturally responsive perspective to child and adult development and learning.

A reflective learner's stance while leading.

Salary Range: $110,000 - 125,000

Additional Information

This position is contingent upon available funding.

After June 30, 2026, the position is contingent upon the availability of additional funds.

Please Address Cover Letters To

Tracy Fray-Oliver Vice President, Bank Street Education Center Bank Street College

610 West 112th Street New York, NY 10025

Please include where you came across this job posting in your cover letter.

BANK STREET COLLEGE OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION ETHNIC ORIGIN, SEX, OR DISABILITY IN ITS EMPLOYMENT POLICIES AND OTHER COLLEGE ADMINISTERED PROGRAMS.ABOUT US Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families.

Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.

At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children's programs-Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS-foster children's development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjQ3ODc5LjEwNDE3QGJhbmtzdHJlZXRjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

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