Executive Director Job at Education Week (Washington, D.C.)

Executive Director

Education Week

Location:
United States , Washington, D.C.

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

115000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Janney+ seeks an exceptional, mission-driven leader to serve as Executive Director (ED). The ED is responsible for the overall strategic direction, maintaining trusted partnerships, operational excellence, financial health, and program quality of Janney+. This role is both strategic and hands-on, ensuring strong day-to-day systems while guiding long-term sustainability. The ED leads a team of 12 full-time program directors and administrative staff, oversees a large part-time workforce of 60, and partners closely with Janney Elementary School leadership and the parent-led Janney+ Board.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the vision, strategy, and annual priorities of Janney+ in partnership with the Board and school leadership
Serve as the primary organizational spokesperson and relationship lead with families, school partners, and key stakeholders
Provide leadership and accountability for all Janney+ programs (Before Care, After Care, Enrichment programming, Language programming, Camp Days, Summer programming)
Serve as the primary face and voice for Janney+ community and Janney community at-large to ensure collaborative relationships
Ensure Janney+ maintains a safe, supportive environment for students and staff
Own overall financial health of the organization, including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, and enrollment-based revenue management
Lead all HR functions and ensure compliance with employment law and best practices
Maintain and manage facility use agreements, MOAs, and related approvals required to operate programming within the Janney building
Report directly to the Janney+ Board and participate actively in all Board and committee meetings
Oversee the systems and tools required to run a high-performing extended day organization

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s degree in Education, Nonprofit Management, or related field strongly preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in school-based programs, youth development, education administration, or nonprofit operations, with demonstrated responsibility for complex operations and staff management
Demonstrated success managing complex operations with multiple programs and a large staff team
Strong financial management experience (budgeting, forecasting, analysis, controls)
Demonstrated experience leading and supporting staff across hiring, supervision, performance management, and professional growth
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to navigate sensitive issues with professionalism and care
Experience partnering with a public school system (DCPS or similar) and operating within shared-building environments
Experience working with a parent-led Board and/or community governance structure
Experience leading safety protocols, emergency response planning, and staff training systems
Proficiency with technology platforms and systems required for program operations (Microsoft Office and comparable program systems)
Ability to meet background checks as required by DCPS and/or program policies

What we offer:

health insurance
a 401(k) plan
flexible spending accounts
paid time off
professional development opportunities
eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 12%

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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