• Job Description

  Req#: JR6827

  Transform the Future of Early Learning Through Technology
  At Acelero, Inc.—home to Acelero Learning and Shine Early Learning—we believe in bold innovation rooted in equity. We serve more than 415,000 children and families across 25 states and territories, and we’re looking for a forward-thinking, equity-centered Vice President of Product to lead the design and execution of transformative technology solutions that power the next generation of early childhood education.

  What You’ll Do
  As our Vice President, Product, you will architect and drive a long-term technological vision for Acelero, Inc.—one that fuels high-quality outcomes for children and families nationwide. You’ll lead a high-performing team, advise senior leadership, and ensure that race, equity, inclusion, and belonging are centered in every product and platform we build.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Drive Innovation: Design and implement a visionary technology strategy that advances digital learning platforms, technical architecture, and applications across Acelero, Inc.

  • Lead with Equity: Center race, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all stages of product and technology development.

  • Deliver Impact: Improve child outcomes and partner satisfaction by building scalable, user-friendly tools for educators, families, and children.

  • Build Systems: Evaluate and manage infrastructure while curating a centralized hub to link data trends and outcomes—ensuring we have one of the strongest early learning data systems in the country.

  • Advise Strategically: Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and executive leadership on strategic technology decisions that shape our mission and growth.

  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Build strong partnerships across the organization to support the delivery of a cohesive education technology roadmap.

  • Lead People & Teams: Supervise and develop the Manager of Technology Systems, Director of Data Systems, and Product Business Advisor, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.

  Who You Are

  • A strategic and inclusive technology leader with a Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s (preferred) in technology or a related field.

  • A seasoned innovator with at least 5 years of experience in product development within early childhood, K-12, or adult education.

  • A systems thinker with strong communication skills, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to drive cross-functional alignment.

  • A people-first leader who thrives in a remote environment and is passionate about using technology to drive equity and opportunity.

  When/Where/How Much?

  • Fall 2025

  • Remote. Travel required within the U.S. (approx. 20%).

  • Up to $190,000

  Why Acelero?
  At Acelero, we combine mission and innovation to close opportunity gaps in early childhood education. You’ll join a passionate and talented team committed to building a more just future for all children. We offer competitive compensation, flexible remote work, and a collaborative, values-driven culture.

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

• About the company

  Acelero Learning was founded in 2001 by a former Head Start teacher and Children's Defense Fund staffer. Today, Acelero Learning operates a network of Head Start and other early childhood programs serving more than 5,000 young children and families acr...

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