Education Programs Coordinator

Who We Are

The Alliance for Decision Education (the Alliance) is a national nonprofit and field builder with the mission of improving lives by empowering K-12 students with essential skills and dispositions for making better decisions. Founded in 2014 and backed by experts in decision sciences, business, and education—including several Nobel laureates—the Alliance believes that better decisions lead to better lives and a better society. As a field builder, the Alliance partners with teachers, academic and business leaders, families, and community members to raise awareness and lead the growing call to have Decision Education taught in schools across the country. The Alliance is committed to an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative culture. Our diverse team comprises educators, researchers, subject matter experts, and other professionals dedicated to our mission. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What We Offer

The Alliance offers a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of competitive compensation.

Annual Salary 

$60,000 - $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications*

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% employer paid)

Basic life insurance and AD&D (100% employer paid)

Long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% employer match (100% vested)

Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)

Up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per calendar year (prorated the first year based on hire date)

Unlimited paid sick time

Hybrid work schedule

Paid lunch stipend while working on-site

*Salary range is a good-faith estimate based on external benchmarking and the industry standards, and may vary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits are subject to change at the organization’s discretion.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Education Programs Coordinator drives the operational excellence of our education partnerships and internal systems. This role blends program operations, contract and vendor management, and lightweight product management to ensure seamless execution across teacher development, school partnerships, technology prototyping, and pilot initiatives. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented systems thinker who can translate big-picture goals into repeatable, well-documented workflows and tools.

The Education Programs Coordinator will report to the Director of Education as a part of the Education department, which is responsible for leading content development and driving implementation and scale of Decision Education in schools.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

This full-time role requires an 8-hour day and a 40-hour work week. It is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning it is not eligible for overtime pay.

This position is open to local candidates. Local team members are expected to follow a hybrid schedule, working on-site at our headquarters in Bala Cynwyd, PA, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with remote work permitted on other business days. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Program & Operational Management

Design, document, and operationalize key program workflows—including teacher stipends, pilot support processes, and school recruitment cycles.

Coordinate across internal teams to ensure program milestones and deliverables are completed on schedule.

Support the relationship management of school and district partners, coordinating agreements, data privacy requirements, and other operational issues.

Contract & Vendor Management

Develop, route, and track all partner contracts, MOUs, and statements of work (SOWs).

Manage vendor RFPs, onboarding, compliance, and renewals, ensuring deliverables align with project scopes.

Collaborate with the finance team to confirm stipends and vendor invoices are accurate and paid promptly.

Data, Systems, & Tools

In partnership with our Project Management & Operations team, maintain key internal systems (e.g., Salesforce, Wrike) to support team operations, workflow automation, and reporting.

Collaborate with our Research & Development teams to monitor and improve data and information sharing across systems, including dashboards for school, teacher, and student reach.

Lead the creation and management of custom AI tools and GPTs to streamline workflows and knowledge sharing.

Product & Pilot Support

Serve as an operational bridge between partner schools and the internal product/development team, capturing feature requests and feedback from pilots.

Support testing, documentation, and rollout processes for new tools or features.

These responsibilities may change or expand over time, consistent with the organization’s needs and initiatives.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

5+ years of experience in operations, program management, or related roles (education, edtech, or nonprofit preferred)

Proven ability to implement and improve systems and workflows across cross-functional teams

Strong understanding of contract management processes and vendor coordination.

Familiarity with data dashboards, CRM systems (Salesforce), and project management tools (Wrike, Asana, or similar)

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in K-12 education

Experience managing or supporting program pilots, product launches, or custom technology tools

ATTRIBUTES WE VALUE

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to work independently with high initiative and ownership

Detail-oriented and able to handle a fast-paced work environment

Ability to work efficiently with a high level of independence and initiative, self-motivated

Be a proactive, good problem solver, and possess excellent communication skills

Excellent time management skills and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines

Reflects the Alliance’s core values and standards:

Humanism: valuing others as human beings

Rationality: thinking and skills to help answer “what is true?” and “what to do?”

Education: growth mindset; dedication to developing knowledge and skills

Conscientiousness: diligent work ethic; professionalism; high-quality work

Initiative: owners’ and founders’ mentality; leadership skills

Mission Alignment: dedication to the organization’s mission and goals

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of the pre-employment screening process

Comply with all company policies and procedures

Understand and demonstrate safe work practices to ensure a safe work environment

Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by management

Physical and Environmental Demands

Primarily desk-based work involving sitting at a workstation

Occasional walking, standing, or lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs

Constant hand/finger dexterity for typing, writing, or handling objects

Good vision and hearing for reading, computer work, and communication

The Alliance is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, including the use of assistive technologies.

The position is based in the United States.

The Alliance for Decision Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Employment with the Alliance for Decision Education is at will. This means that the employee or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.