Director of Programs (Volunteer)

Outcome School was born from deep curiosity and countless conversations, spirited debates, hard questions, bold ideas, lived logic, shared learning, and intercultural relationships built alongside people from low-income backgrounds, people of color, immigrants, refugees, people from rural communities, and women. Those early discussions centered on an urgent reality many talented people are still locked out of clear, affordable pathways into tech careers and entrepreneurship. Outcome School is a free tech school that offers structured, level-based programs in software engineering, AI, product, robotics, game development, and cybersecurity. Its pathways are designed to help young underserved and minorities build skills step by step through prerequisite-based training, with each level running for 12 weeks. Opportunity Education is not translating into employment for too many underserved youths. Many young people want access to high-growth careers, but lack affordable, practical pathways into tech. Traditional education models are often too slow, too expensive, or too disconnected from workforce outcomes. Underserved youth need more than information, they need training, mentorship, projects, and real hiring pathways. Our Vision To become a leading workforce development platform that bridges the gap between education and employment through outcome-based learning and industry alignment. Core Objectives Deliver Job-ready Technical And Professional Skills To Underserved Youth Create measurable employment and income outcomes for participants Build strong partnerships with employers to create hiring pathways Develop a scalable and repeatable program model , Director of Programs (Volunteer) Time Commitment 20 hours per week (remote) Minimum Commitment 3 months Location Remote, with optional weekend youth, partner, or employer engagement sessions (virtual or in‑person when available) About Outcome School Outcome School equips underserved youth with skills → jobs → long‑term mobility. We deliver free, high‑quality tech and workforce development programs that help young people build confidence, gain real skills, and access career‑advancing opportunities. Our volunteers are the backbone of this mission, helping us scale programs, deepen partnerships, and build a more just and inclusive world through technology. Role Overview The Director of Programs is a strategic, mission‑driven leader who oversees program quality, partnership expansion, and cross‑team coordination. This volunteer strengthens new and existing relationships with nonprofit, education, business, and government partners — ensuring Outcome School’s programs remain impactful, accessible, and aligned with community needs. This role is ideal for someone with experience in workforce development, partnership building, employer engagement, apprenticeship initiatives, or program leadership. You’ll collaborate closely with Outcome School’s professional and student developers to identify innovative ways technology can drive equity, opportunity, and long‑term mobility. Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & StrategyOversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Outcome School’s tech and workforce programs.Ensure programs are youth‑centered, equitable, and aligned with industry expectations.Collaborate with instructors, mentors, and career coaches to maintain high‑quality learning experiences.Identify opportunities to innovate using technology to strengthen student outcomes and community impact.Partnership Development & External RelationsStrengthen new and existing relationships with nonprofits, schools, workforce agencies, businesses, and government partners.Represent Outcome School in meetings, collaborations, and community events.Build partnerships that expand access, increase enrollment, and create pathways to apprenticeships and employment.Maintain consistent communication with partners to ensure alignment, trust, and long‑term collaboration.Employer Engagement & Apprenticeship Pipeline GrowthConnect with employers interested in hiring emerging tech talent or hosting apprentices.Share program outcomes, student skill sets, and partnership opportunities with employer partners.Support initiatives that strengthen employer pipelines and create pathways to long‑term career success.Help coordinate employer participation in panels, mentorship, hiring events, and apprenticeship collaborations.Cross‑Team Collaboration & InnovationWork closely with Outcome School’s professional and student developers to explore new ways tech can drive social impact.Support the creation of tools, platforms, or workflows that improve program delivery and student experience.Encourage a culture of creativity, experimentation, and mission‑aligned innovation.Program Operations & Quality AssuranceMonitor program metrics, student outcomes, partner engagement, and operational workflows.Identify gaps, challenges, and opportunities for improvement across programs.Ensure documentation, communication, and coordination remain organized and efficient.Contribute to a culture of operational excellence, transparency, and continuous learning. Who Thrives In This Role Someone with experience in workforce development, partnership building, employer engagement, or apprenticeship coordination.A strategic thinker who enjoys leading programs, strengthening relationships, and driving mission‑aligned growth.A collaborator who loves working with developers, educators, and students to build tech‑powered solutions for equity.Mission‑driven and passionate about creating a more just and inclusive world through education and technology.Organized, reliable, and comfortable leading teams and partnerships in a remote environment. Impact of This Role Directors of Programs shape the future of Outcome School. Your leadership helps young people Access free, high‑quality tech educationConnect with employers who believe in emerging talentEnter apprenticeship pathways that lead to real jobsBuild long‑term mobility through meaningful career opportunitiesExperience programs that are innovative, equitable, and community‑driven This role is a powerful way to lead systemic change and create visible, life‑changing outcomes for youth across the country.