Director of Education and Accreditation

Company Overview: At Brainspring, we're dedicated to reshaping the landscape of reading intervention through teacher empowerment and professional development. Our innovative training programs are crafted to equip educators with the tools and techniques necessary to effectively address reading challenges and foster a love of reading in students. With a commitment to research-based practices and ongoing support, we strive to create a community of educators who are skilled, confident, and passionate about making a difference in their students' lives.

Position Summary: We are in search of a Director of Accreditation and Research to spearhead our efforts in maintaining the highest standards of educational excellence and efficacy within our reading intervention programs. The successful candidate will ensure our curriculum not only meets but exceeds accreditation standards and is continually refined through cutting-edge research. This role is critical in positioning our programs as benchmarks in literacy education, embodying the best in pedagogical practices and learner outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the initiative to obtain and maintain accreditation from relevant educational and professional bodies, ensuring our programs adhere to the highest standards of educational quality and integrity.
• Design and oversee research projects to evaluate the effectiveness of our reading intervention programs, incorporating the latest developments in educational science and literacy research.
• Collaborate with curriculum development teams to integrate research findings into program enhancements and innovations.
• Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research organizations to advance literacy education research and practice.
• Ensure compliance with all accreditation standards and requirements, preparing and submitting all necessary documentation and reports.
• Represent the company at conferences, seminars, and other industry events, sharing insights and learnings from our programs and research.
• Support our Partnership Development team from time to time with state approval opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Education (or current Doctoral candidate), Literacy, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in educational research, accreditation processes, or a similar role, preferably within the context of reading or literacy programs.
• Proven track record of managing accreditation processes for educational programs or institutions.
• Strong background in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, with experience in designing and leading educational research projects.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with educational authorities, institutions, and professional bodies.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a diverse team.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, from academic researchers to educational practitioners.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, tablets, or any other device necessary to meet the needs of the department.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms and requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our company offers flex hours that can be established with the immediate supervisor.

Travel: Primarily local but travel to support conferences and partnership activity is possible.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Matching 401K retirement plan.
• Vacation time.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Plans.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment, with a strong emphasis on growth and learning.
• Full-time position with bonus potential

How to Apply: To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and any relevant certifications or qualifications online via the Brainspring Career Portal.