New America
Program Associate, Teaching, Learning, and Tech (TLT)
New America, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
About:
New America is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy institute that invests in new thinkers and new ideas to address the next generation of challenges facing the United States. The Education Policy Program uses original research and policy analysis to solve the nation’s critical education problems, serving as a trusted source of objective analysis and innovative ideas for policymakers, educators, and the public at large.Primary Function : New America’s Education Policy Program seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Program Associate to support our Teaching, Learning, and Tech (TLT) program. TLT is a program within New America's Education Policy and Workforce cluster, focused on advancing the use of technology to create more equitable learning environments across both formal and informal settings.The Program Associate will assist senior staff with the development and execution of the duties and responsibilities outlined below. They will be expected to play a strong role in coordinating the internship program, organizing the scheduling and logistics of roundtables, interviews, convenings of stakeholders, events and various meetings; taking detailed notes as needed, conducting supporting research related to TLT, assisting with posting blogs and briefs, and other tasks as assigned. This position will report directly to the Director of the Teaching, Learning, and Tech program.Responsibilities:Coordinate summer internship program that matches and mentors post-secondary students interested in public interest technology with nonprofit organizations.Analyze and synthesize research, and conduct interviews and roundtable forums with educators, practitioners, policymakers, designers, developers, researchers to raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities.Develop policy recommendations for best practices and system change needed to better ensure all students have access to meaningful teaching and learning.Provide more tailored resources and support to educators and other professionals who work with students and families to help overcome the digital divide.Convene networks of stakeholders with diverse roles and across local, state, and national entities to identify the challenges and develop strategies for ensuring access to high quality teaching and learning for all students.Identify and spotlight what works on the use of technology for young people in formal and informal settings.Other Duties:Assist with planning and coordinating roundtables, stakeholder convenings, interviews, and various meetings, and related activities.Support production of external events as needed.Conduct supporting research.Post blogs and briefs for the team as needed.Manage reimbursement process for stakeholder participants and senior staff when appropriate.The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances.Qualifications:A bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of professional work experience required.Experience working in education or related fields is preferred.Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively—candidates should be self-motivated, but also enthusiastic team players open to feedback and collaboration.Keen attention to detail.Experience coordinating events in various formats (in-person, remote, and hybrid).Familiarity with tech platforms such as Zoom, Google docs and Google sheets.Ability to proactively engage and support workplace dialogue around diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strong research, writing, and communication skills.Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new skills and knowledge.Compensation and Benefits:
This is a full-time role with benefits. The annual salary will be between
$58,000 and $62,000 , depending on your experience and demonstrated competencies.New America offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes health care, dental, and vision coverage; a generous retirement plan; paid time off; observes all federal holidays; and an office-wide closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.Location:
Washington, DC (Hybrid mode work schedule)Application Process:Please submit your current resume, cover letter discussing your experience pertinent to the position, and a relevant writing sample (no more than 2000 words). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.No phone calls or emails will be answered.
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New America is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy institute that invests in new thinkers and new ideas to address the next generation of challenges facing the United States. The Education Policy Program uses original research and policy analysis to solve the nation’s critical education problems, serving as a trusted source of objective analysis and innovative ideas for policymakers, educators, and the public at large.Primary Function : New America’s Education Policy Program seeks a dedicated and detail-oriented Program Associate to support our Teaching, Learning, and Tech (TLT) program. TLT is a program within New America's Education Policy and Workforce cluster, focused on advancing the use of technology to create more equitable learning environments across both formal and informal settings.The Program Associate will assist senior staff with the development and execution of the duties and responsibilities outlined below. They will be expected to play a strong role in coordinating the internship program, organizing the scheduling and logistics of roundtables, interviews, convenings of stakeholders, events and various meetings; taking detailed notes as needed, conducting supporting research related to TLT, assisting with posting blogs and briefs, and other tasks as assigned. This position will report directly to the Director of the Teaching, Learning, and Tech program.Responsibilities:Coordinate summer internship program that matches and mentors post-secondary students interested in public interest technology with nonprofit organizations.Analyze and synthesize research, and conduct interviews and roundtable forums with educators, practitioners, policymakers, designers, developers, researchers to raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities.Develop policy recommendations for best practices and system change needed to better ensure all students have access to meaningful teaching and learning.Provide more tailored resources and support to educators and other professionals who work with students and families to help overcome the digital divide.Convene networks of stakeholders with diverse roles and across local, state, and national entities to identify the challenges and develop strategies for ensuring access to high quality teaching and learning for all students.Identify and spotlight what works on the use of technology for young people in formal and informal settings.Other Duties:Assist with planning and coordinating roundtables, stakeholder convenings, interviews, and various meetings, and related activities.Support production of external events as needed.Conduct supporting research.Post blogs and briefs for the team as needed.Manage reimbursement process for stakeholder participants and senior staff when appropriate.The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances.Qualifications:A bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of professional work experience required.Experience working in education or related fields is preferred.Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively—candidates should be self-motivated, but also enthusiastic team players open to feedback and collaboration.Keen attention to detail.Experience coordinating events in various formats (in-person, remote, and hybrid).Familiarity with tech platforms such as Zoom, Google docs and Google sheets.Ability to proactively engage and support workplace dialogue around diversity, equity, and inclusion.Strong research, writing, and communication skills.Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new skills and knowledge.Compensation and Benefits:
This is a full-time role with benefits. The annual salary will be between
$58,000 and $62,000 , depending on your experience and demonstrated competencies.New America offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes health care, dental, and vision coverage; a generous retirement plan; paid time off; observes all federal holidays; and an office-wide closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day.Location:
Washington, DC (Hybrid mode work schedule)Application Process:Please submit your current resume, cover letter discussing your experience pertinent to the position, and a relevant writing sample (no more than 2000 words). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.No phone calls or emails will be answered.
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