Operations / Administration Teach Asian American Stories Program Manager
Job Description
About
Teach Asian American Stories (TAAS) is an initiative fueled by AAPI New Jersey to help support the implementation of New Jersey’s historic AAPI curriculum law. We are committed to helping New Jersey educators realize this law’s promise for our 1 million public school students–in every school, in every classroom, and for every student. Learn more about our organization at teachasianamericanstories.org.
Description
AAPI New Jersey is seeking a program manager who is passionate about education and empowering teachers, schools, and districts to teach about Asian American and Pacific Islander history and contributions. This person will be responsible for managing critical areas of Teach Asian American Stories’ programs. We are looking for an organized self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills who can collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a critical time of growth with strong potential for advancement as our organization expands.
Reports to: AAPI New Jersey’s Co-Executive Director
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage district outreach, helping to introduce TAAS and available resources to educators.
- Coordinate TAAS communications channels, such as email newsletter updates, drafting and scheduling social media posts, and website updates
- Maintain and update TAAS database of educators and contacts
- Collaborate with the TAAS team on developing assessments and recommendations for school districts.
- Coordinate delivery of educational resources to schools, including assembling book donation kits, shipping materials
- Support professional development workshops administratively
- Other tasks as assigned
Requirements
- Self-motivated and passionate about bringing AAPI history and contributions to life in classrooms
- Demonstrated respect and sensitivity for all communities and cultures
- Strong planning and problem-solving skill; professional written and verbal skills
- Ability to navigate and work in a startup environment
- Interest in and knowledge of AAPI history
- K-12 teaching experience, preferred
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, and Gmail).
- Proficiency or familiarity with design applications such as Canva
Compensation
- The hourly rate is $30 for an expected 15–20 hours per week.
- This is a hybrid position with most work done remotely or off-site. The TAAS Program Manager is expected to attend a weekly staff meeting in our Montclair office and occasional off-hours events as needed
- This is a flexible part-time position with some travel expectations (~15%)
AAPI New Jersey is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be given equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status or marital status.
