Manager of Policy and Programs

Teach Plus

Manager of Policy and Programs overseeing educational initiatives with Teach Plus in Michigan. Driving teacher leadership and policy changes for equitable education access.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,000 - $106,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in education policy, advocacy, and program management, with a strong focus on building relationships and driving measurable impact in diverse educational settings. Skilled in coaching, professional development design, and facilitating high-quality learning experiences for educators.

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Education Policy ExperienceLegislative AdvocacyProgram ManagementRelationship BuildingAdult Learning Facilitation

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Hard Skills

Program DesignData AnalysisImpact MeasurementPolicy DevelopmentProject Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCollaborationCommunication SkillsCoachingLeadership

Industry Keywords

Michigan Education PolicyCollege- and Career-ReadinessTeacher AdvocacyDiversity and InclusionSystems Change

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the Michigan Policy Fellowship, customizing and facilitating high-quality learning experiences and programming
Ensure rigorous and equitable fellow recruitment and selection to build a diverse, high-quality cohort aligned with Teach Plus MI goals
Drive continuous program improvement by collecting and analyzing data on teacher experience and efficacy, and delivering actionable recommendations to the Executive Director
Ensure fellows’ projects achieve intended impact by setting and managing clear progress milestones
Identify high-leverage policy issues and opportunities aligned with Teach Plus MI’s strategic goals
Coach and support teachers to influence education policy and advocacy
Build and maintain meaningful alumni engagement by providing leadership and advocacy opportunities
Cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with policymakers, district leaders, coalitions, and education organizations

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in education, policy, advocacy, or a related field
Classroom teaching experience is highly preferred
Experience in education policy, legislative advocacy, and systems change work strongly preferred
Knowledge of Michigan college- and career-readiness policies, systems, and pathways
Proven track record of designing, managing, and scaling programs or initiatives to achieve measurable impact
Demonstrated success in cultivating and sustaining relationships with teachers, policymakers, and coalition partners
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional projects, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to represent Teach Plus persuasively with external audiences, including educators, policymakers, and funders
Skilled in adult learning, professional development design, facilitation, and/or coaching
Deep commitment to improving outcomes for students, particularly those from historically marginalized communities

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous paid time off
shared summer and winter breaks
Summer Half-Day Fridays
comprehensive health coverage
retirement contributions with immediate vesting
paid parental leave for all caregivers
a four-week paid sabbatical after five years of service