Director of Education
Quick answer
World Relief is hiring an in-office Director of Education in Memphis to lead adult learning initiatives and strategic programming for immigrant and refugee communities.
- Role
- Director of Education
- Organization
- World Relief
- Location
- Memphis, TN
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
World Relief is seeking a Director of Education to provide strategic and operational leadership for adult learning initiatives at their Memphis location. The role involves guiding the growth of ESL and workforce readiness programs across onsite, digital, and partner-hosted channels. This position requires a mission-driven leader to supervise staff, manage departmental budgets, and foster collaborations with community partners. The successful candidate will ensure programs are outcome-oriented and aligned with the organization's holistic service model.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic leadership for the Education Department and align goals with national frameworks.
- Supervise, mentor, and support department staff while fostering a Christian-based team culture.
- Oversee the portfolio of adult learning programs including ESL and vocational training.
- Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and fiscal accountability.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with local community organizations, churches, and employers.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in adult education or workforce development leadership.
- Strong leadership and staff supervision experience.
- Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and evaluate education programs.
- Mature personal Christian faith and commitment to World Relief’s mission.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive benefits package and employee discount program.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
No, this is an in-office role based in Memphis, Tennessee.
What are the core qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have at least five years of experience in adult education leadership, a bachelor's degree, and a mature personal Christian faith.
Is the salary range disclosed?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
How do I apply for this position?
The job posting does not provide a specific deadline or external application link, though it specifies that the role is full-time.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Relief's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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