Associate Director Programs Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Reports to: Director of Programs

Status: Full-time, exempt position

Conexión Américas seeks a highly motivated, organized, and solutions-oriented leader to serve as the Associate Director of Education Programs. This role combines leadership of family engagement and college access and success initiatives, including Conexión Américas’ PadresComprometidos and Escalera programs. The Associate Director will manage staff and volunteers, collaborate with Latino families, school administrators, and community partners, and ensure that programs are effective, inclusive, and aligned with the organization’s mission.

The ideal candidate is experienced in program management, staff development, and community engagement, with strong analytical skills, a data-informed decision-making approach, and the ability to foster meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate is someone who is self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-oriented. The goals of this role are to innovate and lead on issues related to family engagement and college access and success, to lead program improvements and/or expansions, and to grow and develop team members. This role requires flexibility, as evening and occasional weekend work are necessary to support programming.

We are seeking a candidate with strong strategic thinking skills and the ability to lead and manage a team while effectively handling multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate is highly self-directed, demonstrates strong capacity for independent learning, and brings a natural curiosity and drive to continuously grow, explore new ideas, and improve their work.

• Provide strategic oversight for the implementation and quality of family engagement and college access & success programs across multiple school sites.
• Lead the design, coordination, and delivery of workshops, college visits, and enrichment activities in collaboration with the team.
• Guide regular curriculum review and refinement to ensure programming remains relevant, culturally responsive, and impactful.
• Monitor program operations, budgets, and performance outcomes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and funder requirements.
• Prepare accurate and timely program reports, invoices, and related documentation.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts to support continuous learning and program improvement.
• Build and sustain strong, collaborative partnerships with schools, community organizations, and key stakeholders.
• Supervise, support, and mentor a core team including the College Access Manager, Family Engagement Manager, and Family Engagement Coordinator, while also providing guidance to additional staff and volunteer facilitators.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture grounded in shared goals and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins, performance evaluations, and team debriefs to support alignment and growth.
• Support staff and volunteer development through coaching, training, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Serve as a primary leadership point of contact for program participants, including Latino parents and first-generation college-bound students.
• Facilitate workshops, presentations, and community learning spaces that support educational access and success.
• Provide guidance and support to families navigating the K–12 system and post-secondary education pathways.

• Contribute to organizational initiatives, outreach efforts, and cross-functional special projects as needed.
• Embrace a collaborative, flexible approach, supporting organizational priorities and emerging needs as they arise.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in education, social work, or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in family engagement, college access, or program management.
• Native/advanced bilingual Spanish and English preferred; bicultural experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills; able to build trust and rapport with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners.
• Experience in data management, analysis, and reporting to guide program decisions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and to learn quickly and apply knowledge.
• Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends; reliable transportation required.

• Medical and dental insurance
• PTO: 18 vacation/personal days, 12 sick days
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Flexible schedule with occasional evenings/weekends
• Paid parental leave for employees with 2+ years of service
• Dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team environment

Conexión Américas is a Latino nonprofit organization based in Nashville, Tennessee. Our mission is to build a welcoming community and create opportunities where Latino families can belong, contribute, and succeed. We focus on four key areas: social integration, economic development, civic engagement, and community development. Learn more at www.conexionamericas.org.

Submit a cover letter, resume, and two references to Tomas Yan, Director of Program’s, via email at tomas@conexionamericas.org. Please do not call or visit in person.