Director of Education

Director of Education @ Florida Council on Economic Education

Position

Director of Education

Organization

Florida Council on Economic Education

Location

Tampa, Florida

Primary Job Function

None provided

Type of Position

Contract

Education Requirement

Master's Degree

Experience Requirement

5 year(s)

Range

$32.00 -

$33.00

Salary Terms

Hourly

Remote Options

Hybrid (Little In-Person Required)

Director of Education

Reports To: Executive Director

Position Overview:

The Director of Education provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all educational programming and initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality professional development for educators, curriculum resources, and

student-centered programming that align with the organization’s mission and long-term strategic goals.

The Director of Education will oversee the planning and execution of educator workshops, student learning experiences, curriculum development, and educational partnerships while ensuring

programs remain innovative, impactful, and responsive to educator and student needs.

Working collaboratively across departments, the Director of Education will partner closely with the Director of Grants and Impact to evaluate program outcomes, identify areas for continuous

improvement, measure impact, and support reporting requirements for funders and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is an experienced educational leader with strong program management skills, a passion for educator engagement, and the ability to balance strategic vision with day-to-day execution.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the organization’s overall educational vision, strategy, and program development
• Design and implement innovative educational initiatives that support educators, students, and schools statewide.
• Ensure all educational programming aligns with organizational goals, state standards, and best practices in teaching and learning.
• Stay informed on emerging trends in education, curriculum design, instructional practices, and professional learning.

Educator Professional Development

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of all educator workshops, conferences, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Develop engaging, high-quality learning experiences for educators in both in-person and virtual
• Cultivate relationships with educators, school districts, community partners, and subject matter experts to enhance program offerings.
• Lead curriculum design and instructional resource development for educator and student
• Oversee all student programming initiatives, including classroom experiences, competitions (in-person and virtual), leadership opportunities, and special events.
• Ensure curriculum and programs are engaging, measurable, inclusive, and aligned with educational standards and organizational priorities.

Program Management & Operations

• Develop systems, processes, calendars, and operational plans that ensure smooth implementation of educational initiatives statewide.
• Manage educational program budgets, timelines, logistics, and resource
• Monitor program quality, participation, and effectiveness to ensure continuous
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to education staff and
• Foster a collaborative, mission-driven team culture focused on innovation, excellence, and

Impact Measurement & Grant Collaboration

• Partner with the Director of Grants and Impact to evaluate program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support grant applications, deliverables, and reporting requirements through data collection, narrative development, and program evaluation.
• Utilize program data and participant feedback to strengthen educational outcomes and demonstrate organizational impact to funders and stakeholders.

Partnerships & Representation

• Serve as a key ambassador for the organization with schools, districts, educators, funders, community organizations, and statewide partners.
• Represent the organization at conferences, workshops, meetings, and public

Qualifications

We are seeking a senior-level educator who is passionate about professional development, economic education, and financial literacy for the state of Florida. The ideal candidate is an experienced, self-directed professional capable of serving educators and stakeholders across the entire state, bringing both subject-matter expertise and a genuine commitment to advancing financial literacy for Florida’s students and communities.

We know that the strongest candidates come from a range of backgrounds, and no one meets every qualification perfectly. If you feel you’re qualified and this work speaks to you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every listed requirement.

• Master’s degree in education, curriculum & instruction, educational leadership, or related field required;
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a classroom setting
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in education, nonprofit programming, curriculum development, or instructional leadership.
• Experience designing and facilitating educator professional development
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, instructional best practices, and student engagement
• Demonstrated experience managing programs, projects, and
• Experience supervising staff or leading cross-functional teamsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and reporting
• Experience working with grants, impact measurement, or educational data
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven

Employment Type, Location & Compensation

• Employment structure : This is a contract 1099
• Location : Our office is based in Tampa, FL. Candidates in the Tampa area are welcome, and we are also open to remote arrangements for the right candidate. Florida residency is
• Travel : This role requires up to 40% travel throughout Florida over the course of the year to support programs, partners, and stakeholders across the state.
• Schedule : Approximately 30 hours per week across 50 weeks per
• Compensation : This is contract position listed for $32-$33/hour.