Associate VP, Adoptions

At Curriculum Associates (CA), we believe a diverse team leads to diversity in thinking, making our products better for teachers and students. If you read this job description, feel energized by what you see here, and believe you could bring passion and commitment to the role, but you aren’t sure you meet every qualification, please apply! Above all, we are looking for the right person!

The AVP, Adoption Strategy and Operations is responsible for shaping our vision, strategy, and approach to navigating the national landscape of core state adoptions, maximizing our market opportunities, and ensuring our resources are effectively allocated across core textbook adoption initiatives.

The position reports to the VP, Adoptions and Proposals, and works cross functionally to achieve goals.

The impact you'll have: 

• Develop a comprehensive strategy for core textbook adoptions that aligns with the company’s long-term goals and growth objectives.
• Analyze state adoption cycles, product roadmap alignment, and competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions and identify high-potential opportunities.
• Coordinate with product development, partner impact, sales, marketing, and government relations teams to ensure preparedness, alignment, and execution on high-impact adoptions.
• Lead the team responsible for the day-to-day operations related to core textbook adoptions, including project management, state review processes, compliance with state requirements, and internal workflow optimization.
• Lead the development of state-specific playbooks to guide strategy.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the success of adoption strategies and campaigns.
• Work with VP to develop annual adoptions budget and manage expenses to budget throughout the year.
• Develop annual team goals and key performance indicators, ensuring alignment between strategic company objectives and day-to-day team operations.
• Mentor and manage a geographically diverse, remote staff, provide regular feedback and performance evaluations to recognize achievements, and identify areas for improvement.
• Set the tone for team culture and actively seek to foster inclusion and belonging for team members​ , resulting in a collaborative and supportive work environment conducive to productivity and growth.
• Empower team members by delegating appropriately while providing opportunities for skill development and growth.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

What we're looking for: 

• Proven track record of developing and executing successful strategies for textbook adoptions and educational materials.
• Strong understanding of state education standards and adoption processes.
• Proven team building and personnel management skills, including the ability to lead by example, listen to diverse perspectives, and serve as a unifying motivator and true collaborator.
• Embraces the CA mission and embodies and models CA values.
• Ability to manage conflict effectively and drive solutions that support the Curriculum Associates mission and values.
• Possess strong judgment decisiveness to make timely and informed decisions, especially in high-pressure or ambiguous situations.
• An ongoing learner who incorporates new and complex concepts quickly. Ability to multi-task, anticipate and solve problems, and develop creative solutions.
• A results-oriented leader who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment with pressing deadlines.
• Demonstrate integrity, accountability, and a strong work ethic in actions and decisions.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Adobe Pro, SharePoint, and other standard business applications.

Required Education and Experience: 

• 10+ years of professional experience
• 7+ years of experience in the K–12 educational publishing/edtech industry
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Benefits and Pay Range:
Pay Range – This role’s range is $110,500-$196,500. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that Curriculum Associates considers in making compensation decisions based on our Compensation Philosophy. Actual base pay within that range will vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, prior experience and relevant skill sets. At Curriculum Associates, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances for each case. This role is also eligible to participate in the company bonus plan. The Company recognizes that minimum wage varies by location and will ensure all compensation decisions comply with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits – Benefit eligible employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan and receive an employer match. Employees have access to a flexible vacation and sick policy in addition to twelve paid holidays and a winter office closure between Christmas and New Year's, as well as a number of additional perks and benefits.

The application deadline is November 30th, 2024 and subject to change based on applicant volume.