Director of Education Programs

Job DetailsJob Location: Agape - Central Office - Memphis, TN 38131Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Category: EducationStarting Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

Agape has a current opening for a Director of Education Programs. The Director of Education Programs provides strategic leadership for Agape’s Birth – Grade 12 education initiatives while advancing the organization’s mission. 

This role supports Agape’s mission by advancing the Science of Hope and Human Flourishing frameworks to strengthen educational achievement, family stability, and long-term opportunity. The Director oversees the vision, strategy, outcomes, and sustainability of education programming, including early childhood initiatives, school-linked services, including Stars, Community Schools implementation, and college and career readiness pathways. 

As a member of the leadership team, the Director contributes to cross-program integration and ensures programs are aligned with the Two-Generation (2Gen) approach and the place-based Powerlines Community Network (PCN) strategy. This leader develops strong teams, builds sustainable systems, cultivates strategic partnerships, and drives measurable outcomes that promote academic success and holistic flourishing for children and families. 

 Key Responsibilities: 

Strategic Leadership & Vision 


Provide strategic direction and oversight for all Birth – Grade 12 education programming. 
Align program strategies with Agape’s mission, strategic priorities, and place-based community network model. 
Translate the Science of Hope, Human Flourishing frameworks into measurable education outcomes and scalable models.


 

People Leadership & Team Development


Supervise and develop program leaders and staff, fostering leadership capacity, accountability, and professional growth.
Establish clear performance expectations and cultivate a culture of collaboration, equity, psychological safety, and continuous learning.
Strengthen leadership pipelines and staffing structures to support program growth and long-term sustainability.


Program Excellence Data & Continuous Improvement


Provide director-level oversight of performance measurement and evaluation systems across education programs. 
Establish systems for using data and stakeholder feedback to drive strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. 
Ensure programs are culturally responsive, evidence-informed, and aligned with district and community priorities.
Partner with PQI team to strengthen measurement frameworks and impact reporting. 


Collaboration & Partnership


Cultivate and steward strategic relationships with school districts, principals, community organizations, faith partners, funders, and families. 
Represent Agape in cross-sector collaboratives and education-focused initiatives. 
Identify opportunities for aligned initiatives, funding partnerships, and collective impact strategies.


 Financial & Resource Stewardship


Oversee program budgets, grants, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
Ensure compliance with grant requirements, MOUs, and applicable regulations. 
Collaborate with Development and Finance teams on funding strategy, grant development, and reporting.


 

Organizational Engagement & Leadership Contribution


Contribute actively to organizational leadership, strategic planning, and culture-building initiatives.
Champion Agape’s mission, core values, and the Science of Hope and Human Flourishing frameworks through leadership practices and decision-making.
Support cross-program alignment and organizational change efforts. 
Represent Agape in community engagement, advocacy, and fundraising events as appropriate.


 Core Competencies & Attributes


Mission-Driven Leader: Demonstrates commitment to Agape’s mission and educational equity for children and families.
Strategic Thinker: Translates vision into scalable strategies and measurable outcomes. 
Hope-Centered Leader: Strengthens agency, pathways, long-term well-being for staff, families, and partners. 
Collaborative Influencer: Builds trust across sectors and cultivates strong partnerships.
People Developer: Coaches leaders and develops high-performing teams. 
Operational Excellence: Ensures accountability, quality, and sustainability. 
Faith in Action: Leads with spiritual maturity, compassion, integrity, and cultural humility.


 

Physical Requirements:


Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing stairs at program sites and events. 
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.


 

Core Values Alignment 

This role reflects and reinforces Agape’s VOICES values: 
Valuing Others | Openness | Interconnected | Communication | Empathy | Seeking to Glorify God 

 

 

Benefits & Perks:
We care about our team’s well-being and growth. Here are just a few of the benefits & perks that you can look forward to as part of our team:


Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance 
3 weeks of Paid Vacation 
Paid Holidays, including your birthday
403B Retirement plan with an employer match
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement


And more! We’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.QualificationsEducation & Experience

Required:
•    Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, public administration, or related field.
•    Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience in education systems, community-based services, or collective impact initiatives.
•    Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
•    Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills.
•    Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel, Teams, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
•    Experience with case management or program data systems. 
•    Ability to leverage technology and data systems to support strategic decision-making and program effectiveness.
Preferred:
•    Master’s degree in a related field.
•    Experience with Community Schools model, early childhood initiatives, workforce development, K-12 programs, or postsecondary readiness programs.
•    Experience supervising supervisors or multi-layered teams.
•    Familiarity with CaseWorthy, Penelope, or similar platforms. 

Additional responsibilities include flexibility for evenings and weekend work as needed, reliable transportation for business use, including a current driver's license and current auto insurance with acceptable coverage levels, and engagement in Agape's Performance Quality and Improvement standards of quality & excellence.