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Acelero, Inc. is looking for a Vice President, Policy & Performance to lead their policy strategy and performance systems for early childhood education across a multi-state network.

Responsibilities: Lead policy and performance strategy, oversee data governance, report on key metrics, and ensure continuous improvement through Training & Technical Assistance.

Skills: Experience in policy development, technology-driven reporting, and multi-site operations management; strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in related field and significant experience in relevant areas; Master’s degree and experience in early childhood systems are preferred.

Location: Remote with 25-30% travel for site visits and meetings

Compensation: $135000 / Annually

Acelero, Inc. is seeking a Vice President, Policy & Performance to lead enterprise-wide policy strategy, performance systems, and compliance infrastructure across our early childhood education network. This role oversees the centralized Performance, Implementation & Impact (PII) function and ensures that policies, reporting, and data practices are accurate, reliable, scalable, and decision-useful across all markets.

This leader will drive the integration of data governance, performance reporting, and Training & Technical Assistance (TTA) to strengthen program fidelity, operational excellence, and measurable outcomes for children and families.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Acelero’s policy and performance strategy, ensuring clarity, consistency, and compliance across markets
• Oversee organizational data governance and reporting infrastructure, partnering with technology and cross-functional teams to strengthen tools and systems
• Direct the Training & Technical Assistance (TTA) and coaching framework to support implementation quality and continuous improvement
• Define and monitor key performance and compliance metrics, building tools that improve visibility and decision-making
• Conduct at least three annual site visits to assess implementation and support ongoing performance improvement
• Supervise and develop a high-performing team, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality deliverables

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in education, data science, social sciences, or a related field
• 5+ years of demonstrated success in policy development and technology-driven reporting
• 3+ years of experience managing operations for a multi-site organization (early learning strongly preferred)
• 2+ years of proven supervisory/people leadership experience
• Ability to travel up to 25–30% for site visits and meetings

Bonus Points if you have:

• Master’s degree in public policy or related field
• Experience in Head Start, childcare, public Pre-K, or other regulated early childhood systems

When/Where/How Much?

When: Early 2026

Where: Remote (25-30% travel for site visits and work meetings)

How Much: Up to $135,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• A high-impact leadership role with the ability to shape policy, performance, and decision-making across a multi-state network
• A mission-driven organization focused on outcomes for children and families
• The opportunity to build scalable systems that improve how teams operate and how leaders make decisions
• A collaborative environment where strategic thinking, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.