How to become an Education Program Manager

Education Program Managers oversee educational initiatives, curricula, and operations. This role spans two primary environments: corporate ed-tech/customer success (managing global adoption strategies, stakeholder relations, and data-driven program growth for educational tools) and site-based school programs (managing after-school programs, supervising educators, ensuring safety/compliance, and engaging with families and school administrators).

Top Skills Required

  • SQL
  • Data Analysis
  • Querying Datasets

Education & Certifications

Typical: Bachelor's degree

Alternative paths:

  • Equivalent practical experience
  • Child Development Associate (CDA)
  • Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education
  • High School Diploma with child development coursework