Chief Product Officer (CPO)

Chief Product Officer (CPO)

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing evidence-based educational programs

Industry

Primary / Secondary Education

Type

Non Profit

Founded

1980

Employees

51-200

Specialties

• reading
• writing
• and foundational skills
• professional development
• intervention
• professional learning
• social skills development
• social and emotional learning
• literacy
• educative curricula
• research
• science of reading
• and science of reading

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Product Officer (CPO) to join its mission-driven, nonprofit organization. The CPO will play a pivotal role in overseeing curriculum development, publishing services, and learning technology, with a primary focus on driving digital transformation and aligning program development with learning technology. This includes leading the transition to a digital-first strategy, streamlining product development for market readiness, and enhancing user experience through customer-centric innovation. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader, capable of fostering collaboration and cross-departmental alignment, and will be responsible for leading a high-performing team to ensure the organization's growth and sustainability. Candidates for the CPO position at the company should be collaborative leaders with a deep commitment to the mission of fostering educational equity and student engagement. The role requires a proven track record in aligning product development and technology teams, leading the transformation from print to digital, and creating scalable products that meet the needs of educators and students. The successful candidate will be a strategic and analytical problem solver, with expertise in process improvement, and strong business acumen, including an understanding of the K-12 market. Exceptional interpersonal and managerial skills are essential for building relationships, leading diverse teams, and fostering interconnectivity across departments. The CPO will be expected to be a driver of excellence, with the ability to set and execute a long-term vision for product development that balances innovation with practical application.

Hiring Manager Title

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions