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Company Description Starfall Education Foundation began in 2002 as an enterprise to create an on-line environment where children have fun learning. It is now used throughout the world with over a billion completed activities each year. Starfall Education Foundation became a member supported non-profit organization in 2015. We create free and low-cost experiences whereby children can successfully... learn through exploration. On the Starfall website Company Description

Starfall Education Foundation began in 2002 as an enterprise to create an on-line environment where children have fun learning. It is now used throughout the world with over a billion completed activities each year. Starfall Education Foundation became a member supported non-profit organization in 2015. We create free and low-cost experiences whereby children can successfully... learn through exploration. On the Starfall website and in Starfall classrooms, children have fun while learning in an environment of collaboration, wonderment, and play. We teach through positive reinforcement to ensure children become confident, intrinsically motivated, and successful. Learn more at Starfall.com

Job Description

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in the production of interactive games that teach and motivate young children?

Starfall is looking for a project manager with producer-developer experience who will oversee a major project to convert our existing Adobe Flash based interactive games into HTML5 so they can be
played on mobile devices.

The Project Manager will coordinate the preparation of game assets with our internal staff and directly manage an external group of 10 independent contractors from around the world.

Qualifications

The Project Manager must have:
• A successful history of proven leadership and management abilities,
• The ability to clearly communicate requirements and instructions between staff and contractors,
• An entrepreneurial spirit and passion for this project, and
• Producer-Director experience and skills related to on-line game development, art and production.

Location: San Diego, Ca. Telecommute Possibility.

Additional Information

Salary: Although we are a non-profit we offer a very competitive salary with excellent benefits.

We request a letter of introduction explaining how your background fits this position
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via Glassdoor posted_at: 23 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 140K–170K a year
Executive VP of Strategy and Impact Starfall Education Foundation San Diego, California... Opportunity to make a difference in the world! Starfall seeks an experienced strategic leader with analytic ability. Starfall is well known internationally for its educational website and Apps for elementary school children. This is a unique opportunity to make a social impact by enabling children to have fun as they learn. You will report directly to the Executive VP of Strategy and Impact
Starfall Education Foundation
San Diego, California...

Opportunity to make a difference in the world!

Starfall seeks an experienced strategic leader with analytic ability. Starfall is well known internationally for its educational website and Apps for elementary school children. This is a unique opportunity to make a social impact by enabling children to have fun as they learn. You will report directly to the Chairmen of the Board.

Qualifications:
• You must have management experience in areas related to Starfall, such as e-marketing, e- education, technical, financial, and management.
• You must have a deep interest in helping children learn through technology and the ability to empathize with their emotional and educational experiences.
• You must be a proven leader who responds to challenges with an entrepreneurial spirit and a successful track record to execute programs and inspire others.
• You must have the ability to develop strategic goals and follow through with their implementation.
• You must have a 4-year college degree and a graduate degree in finance, business management, mathematics, or a technical field.
• Analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities:
• Contribute to the leadership and overall management of Starfall, including strategic direction, content development, technology, operations, and financial and organization development.
• Support an experienced staff of 30+ that includes educators, content developers, customer service, accounting, and software engineers.
• Communicate the vision of Starfall throughout the organization and translate it into realistic, actionable strategic plans
• Mentor and train staff. Guide staff to be mentors – establishing a culture of shared experience.
• Identify and take action to address technological and other industry challenges and opportunities.
• Ensure a balance between sufficient revenue to maintain operations and expand content while providing free and low-cost services.

About Us:

Starfall specializes in free and low-cost resources whereby children have fun learning through exploration while gaining self-confidence. It was established over 20 years ago as a social enterprise by Stephen Schutz, who struggled to learn to read as a child. In 2015, Starfall Education Foundation became a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and is currently self-supporting from home and school membership fees. It has a billion completed educational activities each year.

Compensation:

The salary for this position is $140K - $170K plus a 5% company contribution to 401(k) and a 1% matching contribution, as well as comprehensive health insurance and other benefits.

Location:

You will be located at Starfall’s executive offices in San Diego, California, with occasional travel to our office in Boulder, Colorado.

How to Apply:

Please submit a detailed letter of introduction explaining how your background fits this position and describe your vision for Starfall in the future. Applications will only be reviewed with the letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
• San Diego, CA 92111: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)

Willingness to travel:
• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Diego, CA 92111
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