Director of Education, Workforce

Junior Achievement of Central Florida is piloting a brand-position: Director of Education, Workforce. This role is designed to work closely with our 3DE team, focusing on enhancing strategies and workforce readiness initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our programs and make a significant impact on our community!

Title: Director of Education, Workforce

Area: Junior Achievement of Central Florida

Reports to: VP of Education

Status: Full-Time, Salaried

Impact

About 3DE by Junior Achievement

3DE by Junior Achievement is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming high school education. 3DE was designed with and is implemented in partnership with school districts to make high school more relevant, experiential, and connected to the real world through project-based learning, case methodology, and competency development. Our goal is to prepare students for the demands of tomorrow's economy, providing them with the opportunity for a choice-filled life.

Role Overview: Director of Education, Workforce

The Director of Education, Workforce is a dynamic and engaging professional responsible for overseeing the successful execution of the 12th-grade capstone experience and credentialing, as well as building an alumni network as students transition to adulthood. This role involves supporting 12th-grade onboarding, monitoring and guiding progress towards goals, and establishing a robust system to connect qualified graduates with internship and early career opportunities. This position is critical in laying the foundation for new systems that enhance student competency development and capstone completion during their senior year. It ensures that the capstone experience is fully utilized to facilitate student growth and the development of future-ready skills. As part of this role, you will strengthen the 12th-grade experience by creating pathways of support for students through a digital talent marketplace and launching an alumni network that provides a sense of community, targeted workshops, and advancement opportunities for graduates. The Director of Education, Workforce is dedicated to maximizing the effectiveness of the 12th-grade capstone experience during the pilot, ensuring students acquire the necessary credentials and skills to transition seamlessly from high school to young adulthood, while remaining connected and supported as they embark on their professional journeys.

Primary Responsibilities:

12th-Grade Pilot Support & Oversight:

Provide vision to teachers and students on the value of the 12th grade experience to build skills and smoothly transition from high school to their next steps, and remain connected and supported as they embark on their professional journeys

Monitor teacher ability to use the system, troubleshoot in the moment, and provide insight to national build resources/improvements for scale

Collaborate with 12th-grade teachers and counselors to identify opportunities to connect content to college and career readiness requirements

Alumni Network Development & Facilitation:

Establish and maintain a comprehensive alumni database

Organize events and activities to foster a sense of community among graduates.

Develop communication strategies to keep alumni informed and engaged with the school

Conduct workshops and engagement opportunities to continue to hone skills

Career and Internship Connections & Quality Assurance:

Support the Development Team to identify business partners and develop messaging to connect early career professional opportunities

Build sustaining partnerships with local businesses and organizations to create placement opportunities and monitor alumni preparedness

Provide career counseling and support services to alumni, including resume reviews, interview preparation, and networking advice

Qualifications (required)

Desired Experience

Bachelor's degree in College Career Readiness/Counseling, Talent Development, or another related field

Partnership Development, College & Career Readiness, and Alumni Engagement & Support:

Experience designing, facilitating, and managing college and career readiness programs

Proven success in building and managing alumni engagement initiatives and databases

Experience coordinating internship pipelines or early career placement programs

Experience in youth development or post-secondary transition support, especially for recent high school graduates

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proficient in the Use of Technology & Written/Verbal Communication:

Ability to translate real-time feedback into programmatic improvements and scalable resources

Strong communication, presentation, organization, and public speaking skills with experience adapting style based on the needs and perspectives of the audience

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, E-Learning technologies, alumni databases, volunteer databases, etc.

Application Process

Why Join JACF?

Because your work will matter—not just to our team, but to thousands of students and families across Central Florida. You’ll be part of a culture that values excellence, innovation, and purpose. You’ll collaborate with driven professionals to deliver high-impact work that helps reshape our community's future.

Apply now to become part of the movement. Submit your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to info@jacentralfl.org. Let us know how your experience aligns with our mission and how you envision contributing to transformational change.

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000