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Cityyear

Program Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$57K/yr

Reporting to a Program Director, the Program Manager plays a critical role in implementing City ... Lead City Year AmeriCorps members to provide a high quality, engaging, and safe academic enrichment ...

Uw

Director of Education

Seattle, WA

The Director of Education in the Department of Medicine ("the Department" or "DOM") reports ... programs. The Department of Medicine (DoM) is the largest academic department in UW Medicine ...

Salvation Army

Academic Mentor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$22/hr

EDUCATION & YOUTH ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR UNIT: SEATTLE WHITE CENTER CORPS GENERAL STATEMENT : The ... As an Academic Mentor, you will work to assist with developing and implementing relational programs ...

The Salvation Army

Academic Mentor

Seattle, WA · On-site

$22/hr

EDUCATION & YOUTH ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR UNIT: SEATTLE WHITE CENTER CORPS GENERAL STATEMENT : The ... As an Academic Mentor, you will work to assist with developing and implementing relational programs ...

Seattleu

Executive Coordinator

Seattle, WA · On-site

$31 - $41.75/hr

... as directed. Communicate with internal and external constituents, drafting responses to ... Support critical Academic Program team functions including coordination of timelines and materials ...

Seattle Hebrew Academy

ELD Teacher

Seattle, WA · On-site

... academic needs. * Warm, flexible, organized, and committed to supporting the whole child. Please send cover letter and resume to Gesher Program Director, Paula Bilstein at pbilstein@sha613.org

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How much do academic program director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for academic program director in Seattle, WA is $88,989.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,300.00 and $105,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an academic program director do?

An Academic Program Director oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs within a college or university. They are responsible for curriculum development, faculty coordination, and ensuring that the program meets institutional standards and accreditation requirements. Additionally, they often manage budgets, assess student outcomes, and work to improve the quality and reputation of the academic program. Program Directors also serve as a primary point of contact for students, faculty, and external stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an academic program director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Academic Program Director, you need expertise in curriculum development, program management, and a relevant advanced degree, often at the master's or doctoral level. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), accreditation processes, and data analysis tools is typically required. Exceptional leadership, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, students, and administration are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure the effective delivery, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic programs, supporting institutional goals and student success.

What are some common challenges academic program directors face when managing curriculum updates?

Academic Program Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing the diverse needs of faculty, students, and accreditation bodies when updating curricula. They must ensure that course content remains current and relevant while aligning with institutional goals and compliance requirements. Coordinating input from multiple stakeholders and securing necessary approvals can be time-consuming, but strong organizational skills and proactive communication help facilitate a smooth revision process.

What is the difference between Academic Program Director vs Academic Coordinator?

AspectAcademic Program DirectorAcademic Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire academic programs, develops curriculum, manages faculty, and ensures program quality.Supports daily program operations, assists with scheduling, and coordinates student activities.
Required CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in education or related field, with experience in program management.Usually requires a bachelor's degree, with experience in administrative or educational support roles.
Work EnvironmentWorks in academic institutions, administrative offices, and collaborates with faculty and staff.Works in academic offices, assisting faculty and students, often in a support capacity.

The Academic Program Director focuses on strategic oversight and curriculum development, while the Academic Coordinator handles day-to-day operations and support tasks. Both roles are essential in educational settings but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Academic Program Director job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,989 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Program Manager

Cityyear

Seattle, WA • On-site

$57K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

City Year rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 78 rated education support services

Job description

Application Instructions

Click Apply to submit your online application. Please attach a resume and thoughtful cover letter on the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV" field.

Active City Year Staff members must login to Workday to apply internally.

Compensation: $57,500.00 - $57,500.00 Annually Commensurate with Experience and LocationWork Location: 100% On-Site

Position Overview

We seek Program Manager (PM) candidates starting in the 2023-2024 school year who will manage and mentor a team of full-time AmeriCorps members, overseeing the implementation of our service model in one our partner schools we serve in Seattle/King County. Applicants can expect their applications to be reviewed and interviews to be conducted in May - June 2023, with a start date of mid-June - July 2023.
Program Managers are responsible for three main areas: program implementation, corps member program delivery and experience, and service partner management. The Program Manager must be effective in relationship development and team management, coaching a team of up to 10 AmeriCorps members to deliver attendance, behavior, and course performance supports to students, as well as enabling a rewarding, productive, professional and successful year of service. In this way, the PM is responsible for the overall b management of the day-to-day programmatic operations of their team, as well as leading their team to ensure that all goals and service outcomes are met.
Additionally, the Program Manager serves as the primary City Year liaison in schools, building strong relationships with school administrators and personnel to successfully fulfill the services in the Statement of Partnership.
Reporting to a Program Director, the Program Manager plays a critical role in implementing City Year Seattle / King County's school-based service model. Program Managers are expected to serve in person at their school site, except on days where we have in person meetings or trainings.

Job Description

Responsibilities managing school-based programming (80% of job)

AmeriCorps Member Management & Development:

  • Lead, manage, and coach a team of 5-10 AmeriCorps members to achieve service performance requirements, meet AmeriCorps practitioner standards, and support members through their individual equity journeys

  • Lead with a strong sense of City Year culture and values, consistently using City Year culture tools; make meaning of City Year culture and foster strong personal connections to the deeper meaning of our work in schools

  • Use City Year performance management tools to set performance expectations, identify strengths and development opportunities, and partner with each AmeriCorps member on a development plan to maximize leadership potential

Service Partner Management

  • Develop and manage partnerships with school administration and personnel to ensure the necessary conditions and resources are in place for corps members to deliver academic, attendance and behavior supports for students.

  • Build and cultivate a strong partnership with teachers, principal, school officials, and other key decision makers. Engage with partners (individuals, corporate, and foundation) to ensure resourcing for schools and larger community.

Program Implementation

  • Service Model Fidelity

  • Implement City Year's Whole School Whole Child model with fidelity to enhance service quality and maximize impact in classroom and whole school spaces (e.g., recess)

  • Set and monitor clear, measurable weekly and monthly deliverables for AmeriCorps members to ensure effective planning and execution ofservice priorities, partner school led initiatives, and family/community engagement events

  • Service Impact & Evaluation

  • Support AmeriCorps members in data tracking and collection of student outcomes; both quantitative and qualitative

  • Coaching AmeriCorps members to ensure quality of day-to-day service implementation, including classroom observations

  • After School Program

  • Lead City Year AmeriCorps members to provide a high quality, engaging, and safe academic enrichment program

  • Collaborate with school partners to identify focus students, align programming and ensure the successful launch of the program

  • Routinely monitor all elements of the program for quality, and make necessary adjustments

Responsibilities as part of the CYSKC staff team (20% of job)
In addition to these main priorities, Program Managers are responsible for supporting site-wide work and projects as needed to ensure site goals are met. Site-wide projects include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Facilitating City Year trainings on our Learning & Development days

  • Professional and leadership development for AmeriCorps members

  • Hiring and onboarding (staff and AmeriCorps members)

  • Collaborating as a team to share best practices

  • Race & Equity work

  • Events and service projects

  • Collaborating with our development team in support with telling the City Year story

  • Engaging and collaborating with the City Year national network - participating in the Program Manager professional development track and building connections and resources across the network

Qualifications

A competitive candidate for this role will have many of the following skills and experiences. Research shows that women and people of color tend to only apply for positions when they match every criterion. If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every check box in this job description, we encourage you to still apply. We'd like to learn more about you and see if you could be a great fit for City Year.

  • Demonstrated experience managing, leading, and developing a diverse team of young adults, often through conflict and with an eye toward identity exploration and development, in service to a common goal

  • Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and stakeholders effectively; ability to generate results and complete projects within deadlines

  • Strong track record of building authentic partnerships and relationships with community members and organizations rooted in anti-racist practices, as well as experiences partnering with and engaging communities of color, with immigrant, refugee, Indigenous and/or trauma-effected populations

  • Strong problem-solving skills, with experience building equitable, human-centered processes and finding creative solutions to balance competing priorities

  • Strong written and oral communication skills, including the proven ability to adapt and translate complex topics and messages for different audiences and lean into difficult conversations

  • Demonstrated a lived commitment to apply racial, gender and economic justice lenses in both personal and workplace contexts

  • Demonstrated commitment to curiosity and humility as a life-long learner, seeking diverse perspectives and opportunities for self-growth

  • Background working in a school setting preferred

  • City Year staff and AmeriCorps members are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before their start date, unless they receive a medical or religious accommodation

Benefits

Full-time employees will be eligible for all benefits including vacation, sick days and organization holidays.You may participate in all benefit programs that City Year establishes and makes available to eligible employees, under (and subject to all provisions of) the plan documents that govern those programs. Currently, City Year offers medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment and disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and other benefits including 401(k) plan(s) pursuant to the terms and conditions of company policy and the 401(k) plan document.For more information, click here.

Employment at City Year is at-will.

City Year does not sponsor work authorization visas.

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City Year, an AmeriCorps program, helps students across schools succeed. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide support to students, classrooms and the whole school, helping to ensure that students in systematically under-resourced schools receive a high-quality education that prepares them with the skills and mindset to thrive and contribute to their community.

Industry

Non-profits

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Boston, MA, US

Year founded

1988

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