The Global Head of AI and Educational Technology’s responsibilities will include the following and/or similar activities:

Strategic Leadership

• Drive the Ed Tech & AI Vision: Refine and implement a compelling vision and strategy for the Education Technology Initiative, ensuring its alignment with Teach For All’s mission and maximizing its impact across the network.
• Champion Innovation: Foster a culture of experimentation and learning with ed tech and AI across the network, promoting contextualization and adoption of innovative tools and approaches, with a focus on advancing educational equity.
• Develop and Operationalize the Fund: Lead the development and launch of the Fund to support alumni-led social enterprises, primarily ed tech ventures, while generating new revenue for Teach For All.

Building Strategic Relationships and Partnerships

• Forge Strategic Alliances: Cultivate and manage partnerships with key stakeholders, including tech companies, educational institutions, venture capital firms, and investors, to accelerate the initiative’s progress and expand its reach.
• Foster connection: Connect network teachers and alumni working in marginalized communities with the tech industry to accelerate the leadership of network alumni in the industry.

Facilitating Strong Network Learning & Leadership

• Foster Excitement and Innovation: Generate enthusiasm for experimentation and learning with EdTech and AI across the network including nurturing communities of alumni Ed Tech founders/entrepreneurs and communities of educators from across our network to facilitate learning, progress and global influence.
• Expand Network Engagement: Create and implement a plan to support network partners in increasing their engagement with learning technology and professional development in EdTech and AI.
• Empower Entrepreneurial Ventures: Develop a strategy to support network teachers and alumni in creating and launching EdTech ventures that promote equity and holistic student development.

External Leadership

• Resource Mobilization: Lead fundraising efforts to secure resources for the Ed Tech and AI initiatives, including the Fund.
• Amplify Network Voices: Elevate the perspectives of alumni and network partners in global ed tech and AI discussions, advocating for equitable and inclusive solutions that advance holistic student development.
• Global Thought Leadership: Represent Teach For All in international forums, sharing best practices, contributing to the global dialogue, and fostering cross-sector collaboration.
• Build an Advisory Committee: Establish and engage an Advisory Committee composed of experts and thought leaders to provide guidance and support to the initiative and the Fund.

• The ideal candidate will possess:

  I. Experience & Expertise

  • Ed Tech & AI Acumen: Extensive experience in the ed tech sector, with a strong understanding of AI applications in education and a proven track record of driving innovation. Experience with global partnerships and established networks within the field are highly desirable.
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset: Experience coaching and supporting social enterprises and ed tech startups, with a demonstrated ability to foster growth and impact.
  • Global Perspective: A deep understanding of the complexities of global educational inequity and a passion for leveraging technology to address these challenges. This includes an understanding of the diverse technological needs and challenges faced by partners in various contexts.
  • Leadership & Transformation: Demonstrated experience leading transformative initiatives within the ed tech or education sectors, with a focus on driving systemic change and improving outcomes for underserved students.

  II. Skills & Abilities

  • Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information and inspire action across diverse audiences and cultural contexts.
  • Collaboration & Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with multiple stakeholders, including network partners, tech industry leaders, investors, and colleagues across cultures.
  • Strategic Thinking & Innovation: Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative solutions while remaining culturally responsive and adaptable.
  • Project Management & Execution: Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Global Mindset & Collaboration: Ability to thrive in a globally distributed team, with a high level of comfort using virtual collaboration tools and engaging with colleagues across time zones.

  III. Values & Commitment

  • Alignment with Teach For All Values: Embodies Teach For All’s core values, including a deep commitment to diversity, inclusiveness, and continuous learning.
  • Passion for the Mission: A strong belief in Teach For All’s mission and a genuine commitment to advancing educational equity and opportunity for all children.