Education Program Manager Jobs

Education Program Manager jobs are open across nonprofits, K-12 districts, higher education, edtech, and corporate learning and development, at every level from program coordinator to senior director, with specializations in curriculum development, workforce training, and community outreach. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles463+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerStamford Public Schools
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type54% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Utah Valley University
Student- UI/UX Designer – Education 2 Impact (e2i) Program
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Utah Valley University
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Student- UI/UX Designer – Education 2 Impact (e2i) Program
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Utah Valley University
Student - Marketing/Social Media Team Member – Education 2 Impact (e2i) - Program
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Utah Valley University
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Student - Marketing/Social Media Team Member – Education 2 Impact (e2i) - Program
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
1,001-5,000

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Jeffco Public Schools
Teacher, Special Education, Autism Center Program
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Jeffco Public Schools
New 16h ago
Teacher, Special Education, Autism Center Program
Jeffco Public Schools
Jefferson County, CO
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$56k - $75k/yr
Teaching Certification
10,000+

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Stanford University
Education Program Coordinator
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Stanford University
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Education Program Coordinator
Stanford University
Stanford, California
Community & Nonprofit Services
Event Planning
Hospitality Management
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Cullman Regional Medical Center
PROGRAM DIRECTOR, GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION (Physician)
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Cullman Regional Medical Center
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PROGRAM DIRECTOR, GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION (Physician)
Cullman Regional Medical Center
Cullman, Alabama
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
1,001-5,000

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Education Program Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

Stamford Public Schools
Stamford Public Schools7 open roles
Denver Public Schools
Denver Public Schools6 open roles
American Heart Association
American Heart Association6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education27
  • Healthcare & Medical Services11
  • Non-Profit & Social Services3
  • Science & Research2
  • Food & Beverage1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in education program manager jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in education, public policy, nonprofit management, or a related field
  • Three or more years of experience designing, implementing, or managing educational programs
  • Demonstrated ability to manage program budgets and track expenditures against goals
  • Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Cornerstone
  • Experience with grant reporting, compliance documentation, or program evaluation frameworks
  • Strong facilitation and stakeholder communication skills across diverse participant groups

Tips for Your Education Program Manager Job Search

Quantify outcomes in your resume

Education program managers are expected to show impact. Replace vague descriptions with measurable results: number of learners served, completion rates improved, or budgets managed. Hiring managers in this field scan for evidence that programs you ran actually moved the needle.

Tailor your resume to the funder type

A resume for a nonprofit education program manager role should emphasize grant compliance and community partnerships, while a corporate learning and development role wants business alignment and ROI language. The same experience reads very differently depending on which version you send.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists education program manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by sector, not just title

Search for education program manager roles by sector: K-12, higher education, edtech, workforce development, and corporate learning each hire for this title with different expectations. Filtering by sector lets you focus on openings where your background is the strongest match.

Prepare a program overview for interviews

Most education program manager interviews include a case question or presentation where you walk through a program you designed or managed. Have a concise narrative ready: the need you identified, how you built the program, who delivered it, and what changed afterward.

Negotiate start dates around program cycles

Education program managers often inherit active programs mid-cycle. When negotiating your offer, ask about the current program calendar so you can set a start date that gives you time to onboard before a major launch, enrollment window, or reporting deadline.

Education Program Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most education program managers?

The companies hiring the most education program managers right now include Stamford Public Schools, Denver Public Schools, and American Heart Association, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially strong in organizations that receive federal or state education funding and must demonstrate program outcomes.

How many education program manager jobs are remote?

About 46% of education program manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most common in edtech, corporate learning and development, and national nonprofit roles. Positions tied to specific school districts, community sites, or in-person cohort delivery are more likely to require on-site presence.

How do you become an education program manager?

Most education program managers start in direct instruction, curriculum design, case management, or program coordination before moving into a management role. Building experience overseeing a program's logistics, budget, or staff, even informally, is the most direct path. A background in education, public administration, or nonprofit management is common, and certifications in project management or instructional design can strengthen your candidacy when competing for senior roles.

How do you get hired as an education program manager with little experience?

Candidates with limited direct experience often break in by emphasizing transferable work: managing events, coordinating volunteers, leading training sessions, or overseeing a grant-funded initiative in a junior role. Framing any experience where you planned, delivered, and evaluated an educational activity as program management experience, backed by measurable outcomes, helps close the gap. Roles titled program coordinator or program associate are common entry points that lead directly into manager positions.

What does the education program manager interview process look like?

The interview process for education program manager roles typically includes an initial screening call focused on your program background, followed by one or two panel interviews with hiring managers, program staff, and sometimes community partners or department leads. Many organizations include a practical component, such as a short presentation on a program you managed or a case exercise where you outline how you would design or improve a program. References from supervisors or program partners are commonly requested before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to education program manager jobs?

You can find and apply to education program manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.

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