Director of Education, K-12 (AI)

TL;DR

Director of Education, K-12 (AI): Leading the foundation's K-12 math strategy and advancing an AI-enabled learning approach to accelerate student outcomes with an accent on product innovation, R&D, and equitable delivery at scale. Focus on bridging research and AI-driven instructional materials to enable significant learning gains in math for underserved students.

Location: Seattle, WA. Must have unrestricted work authorization in the USA; no immigration sponsorship provided.

Salary: $335,000 – $571,100 USD

Company

The largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity globally, focused on ensuring all people have the chance to live healthy, productive lives.

What you will do

• Lead the K-12 math strategy to achieve ambitious 2030 and 2045 goals with clarity and accountability.
• Oversee a dual-track portfolio balancing the scaling of proven approaches with AI-enabled product innovation.
• Guide R&D and innovation pipelines from concept to scaled adoption using user-centered design.
• Cultivate partnerships with educators, researchers, and technologists to accelerate the adoption of responsible AI in classrooms.
• Manage and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team of strategists and technical experts.
• Ensure disciplined fiscal stewardship and align the K-12 strategy across other U.S. Programs.

Requirements

• Advanced degree with 15+ years of senior leadership in K-12, postsecondary, or educational technology.
• Proven success in designing, scaling, or investing in digital or AI-enabled learning platforms.
• Deep expertise in K-12 curriculum, instruction, assessment, and educator professional learning.
• Experience applying Targeted Universalism or inclusive design frameworks to strategy and grantmaking.
• Track record of managing complex portfolios and leading diverse teams in matrixed environments.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization in the USA (no sponsorship provided).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums.
• Generous paid time off and paid family leave.
• Foundation-paid retirement contributions.
• Support for professional growth and a culture of collaboration and belonging.
• Commitment to a global and cultural workplace that supports diversity and equity.