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• Serve as an expert consultant and main point of contact for district and school partners engaged in curriculum implementation • Drive partnerships from launch through achievement of deliverables, including annual district- and school-level goals • Develop and track project action steps, including grant deliverables; manage project plans; and synthesize data to monitor progress • Facilitate engaging, high-impact professional learning and coaching services • Prepare for, facilitate, and follow up on professional learning, small-group, and one-on-one sessions with partners, both virtually and in person • Create agendas, strategize coaching conversations, and adapt and present sessions to groups of school and district leaders • Develop custom tools and resources to support partner needs • Assist with developing and refining program materials • In collaboration with other team members, develop professional learning sessions and program materials to build instructional leadership and change-management skills for curriculum implementation • Define processes, tools, and resources that comprise the program and deliver them to partners to ensure quality and impact • Contribute to the ongoing growth of the curriculum services portfolio • Develop and/or maintain partnerships with school and district leaders and other partners • Lead discussions with prospective and existing partners to shape and secure future partnerships • Develop and present webinars, conference presentations, and white papers • Collaborate with partners to develop and execute measurement and evaluation plans for projects • Support districts and schools in gathering, analyzing, and using data to reach goals • Collaborate with the Research and Evaluation team to assess and present program impact to external audiences

• Own assigned state and ESA territories with a clear perspective on where UnboundEd should—and should not—invest time • Develop and maintain territory plans that identify: • Priority states, ESAs, and intermediaries • Policy, funding, and procurement levers • Key influencers and decision-makers • System-level outcomes UnboundEd can credibly support • Proactively shape opportunities by helping leaders envision GLEAM®-aligned instructional systems, not isolated programs • Serve as an influential external representative of UnboundEd with: • State education agency leaders • ESA executives • Policy advisors, consultants, and trusted intermediaries • Build influence early—well before RFPs, procurements, or formal scopes of work exist • Position UnboundEd as a thought partner and system-level leader, not a vendor • Identify, qualify, and advance strategic opportunities from early influence through close • When alignment exists: • Lead or co-lead partnership conversations • Shape scopes of work, pricing, and partnership structures • Bring opportunities to successful close, directly or in collaboration with internal subject matter experts • Ensure smooth handoffs to delivery and client success teams post-close • Translate external needs into clear internal direction and decision-making • Partner closely with program, research, marketing, and partnerships teams to ensure consistency and credibility • Develop and maintain state/ESA partnership playbooks that clarify who engages, when, and how UnboundEd shows up across complex deals • Lead monthly strategic deal reviews to surface risks, unblock progress, and drive accountability • Other related duties and projects as assigned

ABOUT UNBOUNDED We are a team of former classroom teachers, district and school leaders, curriculum writers, and education experts unified by our desire to see every student thrive in school. Our commitment to every learner unites us. UnboundEd works side-by-side with teachers, coaches, principals, and district leaders to ensure every student has access to grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful — GLEAM™ — instruction. By cultivating the mindsets, knowledge, and skills at the heart of truly transformative teaching and learning, we can break the predictability of historic achievement patterns so all kids thrive.  In 2023, UnboundEd joined forces with Pivot Learning and CORE Learning to expand our offerings and drive long-needed changes in instruction, especially in the highest-need schools.  ROLE SUMMARY Reporting to the Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, the Director, Strategic Partnerships is a senior, revenue-responsible leader who owns UnboundEd’s state and Education Service Agency (ESA) go-to-market strategy across a portfolio of priority states. This role focuses on long-cycle, high-impact partnerships that scale UnboundEd’s instructional work through state agencies, ESAs, and trusted intermediaries. The Director is accountable for generating significant annual bookings while shaping demand, influencing decision-makers, and aligning state priorities with UnboundEd’s services and perspective.   This is strategic business development, not transactional sales. Success requires deep fluency in education systems, disciplined execution, and the ability to translate UnboundEd’s instructional philosophy (including GLEAM®) into fundable, multi-year partnerships. UnboundEd is a virtual organization and this exempt position can be based anywhere in the United States. UnboundEd has core business hours where we expect all staff to be available from 9 am to 5 pm local time and 30-40% travel is required. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Essential responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Strategic Market Development - Own assigned state and ESA territories with a clear perspective on where UnboundEd should—and should not—invest time - Develop and maintain territory plans that identify: - Priority states, ESAs, and intermediaries - Policy, funding, and procurement levers - Key influencers and decision-makers - System-level outcomes UnboundEd can credibly support - Proactively shape opportunities by helping leaders envision GLEAM®-aligned instructional systems, not isolated programs   Executive-Level Relationship Building - Serve as an influential external representative of UnboundEd with: - State education agency leaders - ESA executives - Policy advisors, consultants, and trusted intermediaries - Build influence early—well before RFPs, procurements, or formal scopes of work exist - Position UnboundEd as a thought partner and system-level leader, not a vendor  Opportunity Creation & Sales Execution - Identify, qualify, and advance strategic opportunities from early influence through close - When alignment exists: - Lead or co-lead partnership conversations - Shape scopes of work, pricing, and partnership structures - Bring opportunities to successful close, directly or in collaboration with internal subject matter experts - Ensure smooth handoffs to delivery and client success teams post-close Internal Alignment & Deal Leadership - Translate external needs into clear internal direction and decision-making - Partner closely with program, research, marketing, and partnerships teams to ensure consistency and credibility - Develop and maintain state/ESA partnership playbooks that clarify who engages, when, and how UnboundEd shows up across complex deals - Lead monthly strategic deal reviews to surface risks, unblock progress, and drive accountability Other related duties and projects as assigned

ABOUT UNBOUNDED We are a team of former classroom teachers, district and school leaders, curriculum writers, and education experts unified by our desire to see every student thrive in school. Our commitment to every learner unites us. UnboundEd works side-by-side with teachers, coaches, principals, and district leaders to ensure every student has access to grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful — GLEAM™ — instruction. By cultivating the mindsets, knowledge, and skills at the heart of truly transformative teaching and learning, we can break the predictability of historic achievement patterns so all kids thrive. In 2023, UnboundEd joined forces with Pivot Learning and CORE Learning to expand our offerings and drive long-needed changes in instruction, especially in the highest-need schools. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Partnerships, the Regional Director is an individual contributor and customer-facing role responsible for cultivating new partnerships, strengthening existing relationships, and promoting high-quality program engagements. This position requires occasional travel (up to 40%) to support customer meetings, conferences, and events. This role is critical in UnboundEd’s sales strategy: qualifying leads, generating opportunities, and advancing them through the sales cycle. The Regional Director is ideal for an educator, consultative sales professional, or customer-focused leader eager to grow as part of a dynamic, mission-driven team. As a Regional Director, your work directly shapes educators' professional learning experiences, ensuring that students—particularly those historically underserved—receive the high-quality instruction they deserve. UnboundEd is a virtual organization, and this Exempt position can be based anywhere in the United States. UnboundEd has core business hours, during which we expect all staff to be available from 9 am to 5 pm local time. Preferred: Located within the Northeast to align with territory coverage. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Essential responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Partnership Development Develop a territory growth plan that aligns with annual revenue goals and key customer targets. Leverage industry insights, data, and historical sales to identify top prospects and generate new opportunities. Provide strategic consulting to your district partners to assist them in meeting their instructional objectives. Build and maintain a strong pipeline; design sales strategies tailored to account/territory needs. Accurately track accounts, opportunities, and next steps in the CRM. Use CRM insights to advance opportunities through the sales cycle and close deals. Consistently meet or exceed individual and team revenue goals. Client Management Provide strategic advice to district partners to help them achieve their goals. Deliver high-quality interactions that create exceptional customer experiences. Build trust and serve as a valued partner to schools and districts. Develop expertise in all UnboundEd programs to recommend relevant professional learning solutions. Actively listen, assess needs, and propose the best-fit services. Lead customer meetings and strategies that drive engagement and long-term partnerships. Provide consistent follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and impact. Stay current on industry trends through conferences, research, internal training, and professional learning. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Education: A bachelor’s degree is required (field open); an advanced degree is preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience required; preference for supervisory, sales, or large-scale project leadership background. A successful track record of quota attainment that exceeds $2 million annually. The strongest candidates will demonstrate: Commitment to UnboundEd’s organizational values and mission. A learning orientation and dedication to equity and inclusion. Knowledge of urban school environments. Ability to work independently in a remote setting while building strong cross-geography relationships. A collaborative spirit and eagerness to contribute to a highly engaged team. Entrepreneurial drive and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Proficiency with Google Workspace, Zoom, Salesforce, and collaboration tools such as Slack. Preferred: Located within the Northeast to align with territory coverage. Benefits COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS UnboundEd offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  The annual salary hiring range for this position is $100,000 to $125,000, plus an incentive compensation plan that can bring on-track earnings to $200K-$250K. UnboundEd bases compensation offers on relevant years of experience, internal equity, and company budgets. Because of our strong commitment to equity and growth, UnboundEd does not negotiate compensation offers. We also offer a generous benefits package that includes take-as-you-need vacation time, group medical, dental, and vision plans, disability and life insurance plans, and an employer-sponsored 401K retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution and no vesting period. Beyond pay and benefits, UnboundEd offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your work directly impacts educators and students nationwide.