Academy - Strategic Initiatives Coordinator

Are you someone who gets excited about what could be rather than settling for what has always been? Do you thrive in spaces where ideas become reality and innovation is more than a buzzword? Lipscomb Academy is seeking a bold, curious, and forward-thinking individual to help lead change as we reimagine what K-12 Christian education can look like. This is not a job for someone looking to maintain the status quo-it's for someone who wants to be part of building something new, meaningful, and transformative.

Position Overview:

The Strategic Initiatives Coordinator will work directly with the Director of Strategic Initiatives to support a wide range of high-impact projects-from launching an Adaptive AI-based learning school and managing student-run sports broadcasting, to supporting personalized and customized academic opportunities for students.

This individual will play a vital role in planning, implementing, and managing cutting-edge academic programs designed to provide customized learning pathways for Lipscomb Academy students, aligning with our strategic goals and Christian mission.

This is a multifaceted role combining project management, communications, research, and tech integration. It's ideal for someone with a passion for innovation, an eye for detail, and the ability to execute big ideas on the ground.

What This Role Is and Is Not:

This role is for someone who:

• Gets excited about transforming traditional models of education
• Can manage complex projects with organization and clarity
• Wants to write, create, communicate, and present new ideas with energy and polish
• Is comfortable wearing many hats and learning on the fly

This role is not for someone who:

• Prefers a fixed routine or very defined day-to-day duties
• Is uncomfortable with ambiguity or change
• Does not want to learn new technologies or take initiative
• Is focused only on administrative or clerical tasks

Key Responsibilities:

Program Innovation & Development

• Support the creation and rollout of strategic academic and student programs.
• Draft compelling proposals, strategic plans, and concept pitches for potential programs
• Manage timelines, meeting schedules, and follow-up for multiple innovation projects

AI Integration & Academic Innovation

• Help evaluate and implement AI tools that enhance teaching, learning, and school operations
• Stay current on trends in ed tech and adaptive learning to inform decision-making

Marketing, Communication & Administrative Support

• Develop promotional materials and internal communications using platforms like Canva and Google Suite
• Assist with program storytelling, email campaigns, and digital updates
• Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and summary reports
• Coordinate logistics for innovation-related meetings, campus visits, and school events
• Assist with newsletters, presentations, and other communications as needed.
• Assist with budgets and spending associated with strategic programming.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; teaching and educational administrative experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong time-management, project-management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Comfortable learning and using emerging technologies
• Able to keep multiple projects moving forward simultaneously.
• Professional, accountable, and solution-oriented.
• Technologically proficient, including experience using AI to boost productivity.
• Passion for educational innovation and Lipscomb Academy's mission

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with K-12 education and/or instructional technology
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in project management, innovation, education, or related areas
• Experience with proposal writing, marketing, or program development
• Graphic design or communications experience (e.g., Canva, video, newsletters)
• Experience leading or supporting new programs, curriculum initiatives, or educational projects.
• Familiarity with personalized learning models, experiential learning, or other progressive educational approaches.
• Administrative experience - Experience managing teams or coordinating across multiple stakeholders.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and one writing or project sample that demonstrates your ability to support complex initiatives with creativity, professionalism, and excellence.