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Project Manager

Stride, Inc.

Des Moines, Iowa

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Billing, Campaigns, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Conference Management, Content Management Systems (CMS), Contract Management, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Educational Accreditation, Gift Management, Incentive Programs, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project Management Software, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Request for Proposals (RFP), Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Vendor/Supplier Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Des Moines, Iowa
POSTED
Today
Job Description

SUMMARY: The Project Manager for K‑12 Learning Solutions is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional initiatives that support school partners, instructional teams, and organizational growth. This role ensures seamless implementation of new customers, manages ongoing programs and compliance processes, and drives operational excellence across curriculum, vendor management, and accreditation workflows.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing multiple concurrent projects within the K‑12 education landscape.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Customer Implementation & Launch Management
  • Lead project management for new customer onboarding and large district implementations, including:
  • Professional development (PD) planning and execution
  • School setup and onboarding timelines
  • Instructional team coordination
  • Develop and manage customer implementation plans to ensure successful program launches
  • Oversee launch project management, ensuring milestones, communication, and deliverables are met
Program & Initiative Coordination
  • Manage and execute educator recognition initiatives, including:
  • Teacher of the Month/Year programs
  • Teacher appreciation campaigns
  • Coordinate K‑12 swag packages and branded materials for schools and events
  • Support conference planning, including booth logistics and collateral development
Platform & Systems Management
  • Oversee and maintain key operational platforms, including:
  • NCAA portal management
  • Acadeum dual-enrollment platform
  • CMS (Content Management System) updates and administration
  • Manage Tango gift card account for incentives and program rewards
Compliance, Accreditation & Applications
  • Lead and coordinate submission processes for:
  • Cognia and WASC accreditation renewals
  • ESA (Education Savings Account) applications
  • Ensure compliance with state and regional education requirements
  • Track deadlines, documentation, and approvals across multiple jurisdictions
Vendor & Curriculum Management
  • Coordinate vendor contracts and invoices, ensuring timely processing and compliance
  • Manage curriculum vendor approvals across multiple states
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align vendor deliverables with program needs
Research & Strategic Support
  • Conduct and support RFP research, organizing internal resources and stakeholders
  • Provide project coordination support for proposal development and submission
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 3-6+ years of project management experience, preferably in K‑12 or education services
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
  • Experience with accreditation processes, education platforms, or compliance workflows preferred
  • Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Proficiency with project management tools and CMS platforms
  • Ability to clear required background check

Certificates and Licenses: None required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Project Management, or related field
Key Competencies
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Attention to detail and process management
  • Problem-solving and adaptability
  • Customer-centric mindset

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment supporting schools, educators, and internal teams. The Project Manager must be comfortable balancing operational detail with strategic oversight to ensure successful delivery of K‑12 learning solutions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Stride, Inc. considers a person's education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when dete

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