Project Manager

Shine Early Learning; United States; Remote; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in early childhood education seeks a Project Manager to drive initiatives that bridge gaps in children's potential and success. This remote role requires strong leadership in coaching and training, with a focus on financial understanding and collaboration with diverse providers. The position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits, emphasizing a meaningful mission and team growth.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Reimbursements

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Legal Assistance

Qualifications

• 5 years experience supporting individuals in understanding finances.
• 2 years experience in consulting or coaching.
• Experience in Early Education sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall contract and ensure compliance with deliverables.
• Coordinate scheduling and oversee coaching sessions.
• Facilitate group coaching tracks and manage data entry.

Skills

Bilingual

Coaching

Consulting

Financial Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Management

Tools

Monday.com

Job description

Project Manager (TX- remote)

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for growth, innovation, and transforming the landscape of early childhood education? Acelero, Inc. is looking for a dynamic Project Manager to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life.

Why Acelero?

Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve.

Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams &

Communities.

Your Role:

As the Project Manager , you will be responsible for the coaching, training, and advisory service success for this project. This role will project manage all activities related to Shine’s involvement in the project, such as: logging all coaching data using Monday.com, coordinating scheduling for sessions, and ensuring all project activities are on track and aligned with the overall contract requirements. The project manager will be the primary contact for coordination and administration of services and will ensure that timelines, quality standards, and reporting requirements are met through the course of this project.

What You’ll Do:

● Manage the overall contract successfully
● Attend required trainings, including Thrive Pathway Core Business Coaching (3 days) and Group Coaching Delivery Training (2 days)
● Participate in virtual and in-person meetings with Civitas, Shine Early Learning, and other partners
● Log data in Monday.com for coaching
● Coordinate scheduling with business coaches and Civitas organized cohorts Maintains a caseload of Texas Family Child Care Homes
● Facilitate the distribution of 500 EAP licenses and ensures that members can utilize all included EAP materials
● Oversee the development and refinement of learning tracks and materials, ensuring they meet the needs of diverse providers across Texas, including underrepresented communities
● Manage time effectively to optimize support for the team while staying within the assigned budget
● Provide oversight of one-on-one coaching (in English and Spanish) to family child care providers, focusing on business operations, licensing support, QRIS advancement, and financial foundations
● Oversee facilitation of group coaching tracks (micro learning cohorts), delivering structured sessions using workbooks and guides designed for specific business topics such as cash flow, budgeting, and Pre-TRS preparation
● Refer programs to non-business specialized outside support and resources, such as those available through state licensing, child care resource & referral agencies, Texas Association for the Education of Young Children (TAEYC), among others
● Collaborate with business coaches and Civitas to align coaching services with the broader Texas early learning landscape
● Achieve compliance with project deliverables
● Oversee participation in and facilitation of a diverse and representative Advisory Committee, ensuring provider voices shape ongoing service delivery
● Utilize Monday.com for data entry, session tracking, and reporting of project activities
● Participate in assigned meetings, events and training as required

What You Bring:

1. Bachelor’s in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred
2. Minimum of 5 years experience supporting individuals in understanding their personal or business finances
3. Minimum of 2 years experience in consulting, advising, or coaching
4. Minimum 2 years experience in the Early Education sector
5. Thrive Pathway Business Coaching Certification preferred
6. Bi-lingual preferred (Spanish)
7. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position
8. Travel is required locally or long-distance up to 15% of the time for work-related meetings and functions; must have reliable personal transportation as travel from site to site is required
9. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

10. Texas residency required

When/Where/How Much:

When : Summer 2025

Where : Texas - remote with 15% travel

How Much : up to $75,000 annually

**Applications close : May 27, 2025**

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families

• A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being

• Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $400/individuals & $800/family annually

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% company match

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance

  • Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support

  • Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes

  • Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks

If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join our team. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.