TSP Program Manager (TSP) - Temporary Position

Technology Access Foundation • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Teacher-Scientist Partnership (TSP) Program Manager - Temporary Position About TAF Every student can achieve academic success, yet the public education system was not designed to meet students of color where they dream. Technology Access Foundation (TAF) partners with school districts, educators, higher education, and community organizations to transform public education. We center student voice, equity, and real-world learning to develop critical thinkers, problem solvers, and leaders. TAF co-manages TAF@Saghalie, our 6–12th grade lighthouse school; partners with schools using the STEMbyTAF model; supports educators of color; and provides equity-rooted professional learning. Since 1996, we’ve fostered a collaborative, family-friendly culture where staff bring their full selves to work and grow together. Position Overview The Teacher-Scientist Partnership (TSP) Program Manager leads the design, implementation, and growth of TAF’s industry-connected science and technology programs. Reporting to the Director of Technology, this role works closely with TAF’s Education Team, school leadership, teachers, students, and industry volunteers to deliver high-impact learning experiences and expand equitable pathways into STEM fields. This role blends program leadership, curriculum development, volunteer engagement, and applied technical understanding in a collaborative, student-centered environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, certification or at least 3 years' experience as a program manager
• 3-5 years teaching experience
• Classroom experience and/or relevant experience in the field of education
• General knowledge of technology and programming languages
• Budget management experience
• Commitment to racial equity and anti-racist practices
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative work style
• Ability to pass required background checks
• Valid Washington State driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in languages other than English is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the vision, planning, and continuous improvement of the TSP program
• Develop program goals, success indicators, and evaluation metrics
• Support program scaling into new scientific pathways and partner schools
• Prepare required reports, summaries, and documentation
• Develop and oversee industry-aligned, equity-centered TSP curricula
• Support implementation across multiple classrooms and sites, including periodic teaching
• Recruit students and align programming with student college and career interests
• Recruit, train, and manage course-aligned industry volunteers
• Serve as the primary liaison between volunteers, teachers, administrators, and TAF staff
• Coordinate on-site and off-site learning experiences
• Build strong partnerships with community and industry organizations
• Collaborate with the Director of Technology to identify program-related hardware, software, and infrastructure needs
• Stay current on tools relevant to science and technology education
• Maintain participant and partner documentation and databases
• Collaborate with TAF’s data team to support program evaluation and impact reporting
• Foster strong, trust-based relationships across school and organizational teams

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager