Program Partner, Schools and Education

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Louisiana.

📋 Description

• Assist Camelback Ventures in its ongoing dedication to support entrepreneurs launching charter schools and those creating educational programs and products.

• Guide and mentor a diverse group of founders as they enhance their business strategies, devise sustainable fundraising plans, and offer continuous support and connections beyond their Fellowship journey.

• Utilize experience with education ventures and charter school founders during selection processes, program facilitation, and the execution of Camelback Ventures' strategic initiatives.

• Collaborate to design and curate innovative experiences and programs for founders involved in the Camelback Ventures network.

• Build partnerships with the investor community to aid fellows in establishing the networks and relationships necessary for securing follow-on funding for their initiatives.

• Support the team in further enhancing the design and development of a high-quality curriculum and scope and sequence that nurtures the growth of the founders and ventures within our program.

⛳️ Requirements

• Capability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

• Experience working collaboratively within cross-functional teams.

• Capacity to contribute to organizational strategy, program design, and thought leadership.

• Strong commitment to promoting equity, inclusion, and social justice.

• Awareness of the challenges encountered by entrepreneurs from historically marginalized communities.

• Proven background as an education venture founder, K-12 public and/or charter school teacher, charter school leader or founder, or a combination of these experiences.

• Documented success in coaching, mentoring, or advising entrepreneurs, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds (people of color, women, non-binary founders) at various stages of development, including early and growth-stage ventures.

• Ability to deliver actionable feedback, support leadership development, and encourage growth mindsets.

• Established experience in designing and facilitating workshops, training sessions, or cohort-based learning experiences for adult learners.

• Strong public speaking and group facilitation skills.

• Ability to customize content for diverse adult audiences and various learning styles.

• Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with investors, funders, community partners, and other stakeholders.

• Experience with alumni engagement or network management.

• Proficiency in utilizing data to inform program design, assess outcomes, and promote ongoing improvement.

• Comfort with data analysis tools and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., business, education, nonprofit management, social sciences).

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment that supports educational entrepreneurship.

• Access to a diverse network of founders, investors, and community partners.

• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and expertise in the education sector.