Seton Teaching Fellows National Operations Manager

Seton Education Partners•Bronx, NY

1d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Seton Education Partners seeks a mission-driven, highly organized, and results-oriented individual to serve as a National Operations Manager for the Seton Teaching Fellows program. The Seton Teaching Fellows’ National Operations Manager plays a critical role in advancing the mission of Seton Teaching Fellows by translating vision into action across high-priority, cross-functional initiatives. Working closely with senior leadership and national team members, this role leads complex projects that strengthen our formation, operations, and growth as a national apostolate. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationally attuned, and energized by bringing clarity, momentum, and excellence to the mission of Seton Education Partners and the Fellows called to teach within it. Seton Education Partners believes that education is rooted in the inherent dignity of every child and flourishes when formation of mind, body, and soul is held together in an integrated whole. Our work is deeply relational, mission-driven, and grounded in a culture of excellence, accountability, and service. As the National Operations Manager for the Seton Teaching Fellows program, you are entrusted with stewarding and advancing high-impact initiatives that strengthen our national apostolate. You will partner closely with senior leadership and team members across the organization to bring structure, clarity, and follow-through to complex projects—ensuring that our alumni, Fellows, and partners are supported with intentionality, care, and operational excellence in service of the communities we are called to serve.

Requirements

Has earned a bachelor’s degree (required);
Has at least one year of teaching in a school serving predominantly low-income children with demonstrated exemplary student achievement results;
Has a strong work ethic coupled with an enthusiastic and passionate approach to work;
Deeply faithful, mission-driven Catholic with a passion for the mission of Seton Teaching Fellows and Catholic education;
Demonstrates extremely strong organizational skills, including detail-orientation, and is able to organize, prioritize, track, and manage workflow/resources;
Demonstrated leadership, ownership, and accountability in professional and operational contexts;
Strong relational skills with the ability to build trust and partnership across diverse stakeholders, including Fellows, school leaders, and national staff;
Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain systems that support communication, operations, and long-term growth;
Has the ability to strategically manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment ;
Clear, thoughtful communicator who models excellence, follow-through, and service-oriented leadership;
Experience managing complex projects or programs in a nonprofit, education, or mission-driven organization;
Comfort working with databases, CRMs, and communication tools (e.g., Hubspot, Google Workspace, Asana, etc.);
Event planning and logistics experience, including budgeting and vendor coordination;
Experience supporting senior leaders or boards in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Alumni Development & Communication (30%): Steward and continuously improve the systems and strategies used to track, communicate with, and engage Seton Teaching Fellows alumni nationwide. Design and implement initiatives that support alumni’s ongoing formation, professional growth, and connection to the mission of Seton Teaching Fellows beyond their Fellowship year. Plan and execute regional gatherings, social events, and formation opportunities that foster community, mission alignment, and long-term investment in the apostolate.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Innovation Fellowship (30%): Serve as the primary point of contact for SEAS Innovation Fellows, providing consistent mentorship, accountability, and project guidance through regular 1:1 meetings. Provide project management support for the projects facilitated by SEAS Innovation Fellows Manage logistical coordination for the Innovation Fellowship, serving as a liaison between Fellows, mentors, and Seton Teaching Fellows leadership to ensure clarity, alignment, and follow-through.
Operations & Facilities Support (30%): Provide logistical support for STF facilities, working alongside the STF Formation Team, particularly the Community Coordinator Own key operational workflows for onboarding, retreats, and other national and regional programmatic and formation events, ensuring excellence in execution and attention to detail. Manage financial logistics related to programmatic events, including honoraria, reimbursements, and post-event financial follow-up with chaplains, speakers, and staff. Secure venues and event spaces and serve as the primary liaison with venue partners to support smooth planning and execution.
Executive Support for STF Leadership Team (10%): Support the STF Leadership Team with logistics related to the Advisory Board, strategic planning meetings, and select partnerships. Assist in coordinating logistics for non-formation programmatic initiatives as needed, ensuring leadership priorities are well supported and executed with excellence.