Job Responsibilities   

• Strategic Leadership & Innovation 
  • Lead the development and implementation of an innovation strategy that advances inclusive, trauma-informed, and equity-centered training and educational programming. 
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and thoughtful experimentation across teams. 
  • Explore and introduce new program models, technologies, and delivery methods to ensure long-term relevance and impact; integrate evaluation findings into ongoing design and quality improvement. 
  • Support change efforts that promote adaptability, collaboration, and a mindset of continuous improvement. 
• Curriculum & Program Development 
  • Guide the design and enhancement of national curriculum, programs, and training offerings that are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with CASEL and UDL frameworks. 
  • Ensure all content—whether developed internally or through vendor partnerships—reflects a strong understanding of trauma’s impact on learning and promotes emotional safety and healing. 
  • Collaborate with learning designers and subject matter experts to ensure programs meet high standards for inclusivity, accessibility, and relevance. 
  • Maintain and strengthen systems that support timely, high-quality curriculum development and implementation. 
  • Contribute to the overall structure and design of training and educational programs as needed. 
• Team Leadership & Supervision 
  • Supervise a multidisciplinary team, offering clear guidance and encouraging a collaborative, supportive work environment. 
  • Promote professional growth, shared accountability, and cross-functional learning through mentorship and team development. 
  • Support a culture of reflection, continuous learning, and innovation across the team. 
• Partnership & Vendor Management 
  • Manage relationships with third-party curriculum vendors and content providers, ensuring alignment with trauma-informed and equity-centered principles. 
  • Build partnerships with educators, school districts, and nonprofit collaborators to co-create and expand programming. 
  • Integrate educator and student feedback into curriculum enhancement and ongoing learning processes. 
• Continuous Improvement 
  • Lead efforts for iterative improvement informed by pilot initiatives, stakeholder feedback, and research. 
  • Stay current on evolving best practices in trauma-informed instruction, social-emotional learning (SEL), and curriculum design. 
• Organizational Alignment & Continuous Support 
  • Collaborate across departments, particularly with Implementation and Partner Success teams, to support alignment and consistency. 
  • Demonstrate comfort with using data to inform decisions and strengthen programming. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned, based on evolving organizational needs and priorities. 

Desired Skills and Experience 

• 5 - 7+ years of leadership experience in education innovation, curriculum development, or nonprofit program management. 
• Proven ability to design, lead, and scale trauma-informed and SEL-aligned educational programs. 
• Demonstrated experience supervising cross-functional teams and managing complex programmatic initiatives. 
• Strong background in instructional design and adult learning principles. 
• Deep understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and trauma-informed frameworks, with the ability to effectively apply them to curriculum and strategy. 
• Excellent project management, communication, and strategic thinking skills. 
• Familiarity with digital learning strategies and platforms. 
• Background in youth development, social work, school-based SEL, or trauma-informed care. 
• Knowledge of national education standards and trends. 
• Experience with impact measurement, data literacy, and continuous improvement methodologies. 
• A commitment to SHP’s mission and values.     

Benefits and Salary Range  

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $130,000. 

SHP follows a strict internal rubric to help guide salary placement and ensure equitable pay amongst new hires and current staff. New hires should expect to be brought on at the start of the range [$120,000], except in extenuating circumstances. 

• SHP offers a competitive benefits package, including: 
  • Unlimited PTO 
  • Flexible schedules 
  • Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave 
  • Paid parental leave 
  • Health, dental, and vision 
  • Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability 
  • 401k match 
  • Professional development stipend 
  • Wellness & mental health support 
  • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program. 

Our organization operates within a distributed workforce, allowing for location flexibility across the country for most positions. We provide remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.   

Additional Instructions  

• Internal applicants and SHP Volunteers have until Monday, July 21,2025, to submit their application. Please email HR + TA once you have applied.   
• All other applicants have until Monday August 11, 2025, to apply.  
• Please be aware that an automated survey form will be sent post application. This is not a scam, and it will be considered a part-two to gather more information for initial screening. Thank you for taking the time to fill it out! 

Equal Opportunity Employment  

SHP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be an employer of choice: where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and do their best work. SHP does not make employment related decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are focused on promoting multiculturalism and inclusion so that all SHP employees feel valued and respected. We believe deeply that a diverse workforce comprised of people of all beliefs, backgrounds, and life experiences who seek to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life will make SHP a stronger, more effective organization.