Job Description
SUMMARY: The Project Manager for K‑12 Learning Solutions is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional initiatives that support school partners, instructional teams, and organizational growth. This role ensures seamless implementation of new customers, manages ongoing programs and compliance processes, and drives operational excellence across curriculum, vendor management, and accreditation workflows.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing multiple concurrent projects within the K‑12 education landscape.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Customer Implementation & Launch Management
Lead project management for new customer onboarding and large district implementations, including:
Professional development (PD) planning and execution
School setup and onboarding timelines
Instructional team coordination
Develop and manage customer implementation plans to ensure successful program launches
Oversee launch project management, ensuring milestones, communication, and deliverables are met
Program & Initiative Coordination
Manage and execute educator recognition initiatives, including:
Teacher of the Month/Year programs
Teacher appreciation campaigns
Coordinate K‑12 swag packages and branded materials for schools and events
Support conference planning, including booth logistics and collateral development
Platform & Systems Management
Oversee and maintain key operational platforms, including:
NCAA portal management
Acadeum dual-enrollment platform
CMS (Content Management System) updates and administration
Manage Tango gift card account for incentives and program rewards
Compliance, Accreditation & Applications
Lead and coordinate submission processes for:
Cognia and WASC accreditation renewals
ESA (Education Savings Account) applications
Ensure compliance with state and regional education requirements
Track deadlines, documentation, and approvals across multiple jurisdictions
Vendor & Curriculum Management
Coordinate vendor contracts and invoices, ensuring timely processing and compliance
Manage curriculum vendor approvals across multiple states
Collaborate with internal teams to align vendor deliverables with program needs
Research & Strategic Support
Conduct and support RFP research, organizing internal resources and stakeholders
Provide project coordination support for proposal development and submission
Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3–6+ years of project management experience, preferably in K‑12 or education services
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
Experience with accreditation processes, education platforms, or compliance workflows preferred
Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with project management tools and CMS platforms
Ability to clear required background check
Certificates and Licenses: None required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business, Project Management, or related field
Key Competencies
Strategic planning and execution
Cross-functional collaboration
Attention to detail and process management
Problem-solving and adaptability
Customer-centric mindset
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment supporting schools, educators, and internal teams. The Project Manager must be comfortable balancing operational detail with strategic oversight to ensure successful delivery of K‑12 learning solutions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is virtual and open to residents of the 50 states, D.C.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.
We anticipate the salary range to be $69,462-$75,000. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
Job Type
Regular
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you can request the appropriate accommodation by contacting
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Stride, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.