Partnership Operations Specialist

Brief Description

About K12 Coalition

K12 Coalition provides products and services that help K-12 schools and teachers achieve transformational learning outcomes. We tackle many of today’s toughest education obstacles, including teacher certification, test preparation, professional learning, curriculum, consulting, and strategic planning. K12 Coalition came together when educators with deep experience as teachers, school leaders, and high-level district administrators observed a genuine need for something better. Our divisions include iteach, Passage Preparation, Teaching Channel, Lavinia Group, and Keys to Literacy.

About Iteach

iteach is a competency-based educator preparation program helping to fill the void the nation faces with the unprecedented teacher shortage. iteach offers state-approved educator preparation programs in multiple states, enabling recent graduates, career changers, paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and others to earn their educator licensure through an affordable, flexible, and fully online pathway. Notably, iteach was the first educator preparation program outside of an institution of higher education to earn accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Employment Type

• Full-Time
• Exempt
• Salaried

Location: Hybrid work arrangement with a mix of remote work and in-office days at our Denton, TX office.

The Opportunity

Partnership Operations Specialist supports the operational execution of iteach’s, a division of K12 Coalition, partnership portfolio by managing invoicing, tracking partner activity, and ensuring accurate reporting across corporate and district partnerships. This position plays a critical role in maintaining organized systems, supporting partner deliverables, and enabling efficient coordination across internal teams.

This is a highly detail-oriented role that requires strong organization, data management, and cross-functional collaboration to support the growth and sustainability of partnership-based enrollment.

The Partnership Operations Specialist reports to the Senior Director, Business Development.

What You’ll Do

Invoicing & Financial Coordination

• Generate and manage invoices for corporate and district partners in alignment with contractual terms
• Track payment timelines and follow up on outstanding invoices in coordination with internal finance teams
• Maintain accurate billing records and supporting documentation
• Reconcile invoicing data with enrollment and participation records to ensure accuracy

Partner Tracking & Reporting

• Monitor candidate pipelines across multiple partners, tracking enrollment, progress, and completion metrics
• Build and maintain reporting tools or dashboards to support visibility into partner performance
• Produce recurring and ad hoc reports for internal stakeholders and external partners
• Ensure data accuracy across systems and proactively identify and resolve discrepancies

Partner Operations Support

• Serve as an operational point of contact for partner-related logistics and documentation
• Track partner deliverables and support alignment with contractual expectations
• Support onboarding and ongoing coordination of partnerships through organized systems and communication
• Prepare materials, data, and updates for partner check-ins and business reviews
• Attend partner events or conferences as needed

Systems & Process Management

• Build and maintain systems for tracking invoicing, partner activity, and reporting outputs
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency
• Document processes and develop internal guides to support consistency and scalability

Project & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Support partnership launches by tracking timelines, deliverables, and key milestones
• Coordinate with internal teams including admissions, operations, finance, and marketing to align on partner needs
• Support audits, reporting requests, and special projects tied to business development efforts
• Track action items and follow-ups across stakeholders to ensure progress and accountability

Other Duties

• Support the team with additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to help meet evolving organizational goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Business, or a related field required
• Advanced degree or relevant coursework in policy or a related area preferred
• 5+ years of experience in public education, certification programs, state compliance, partnerships, or a related field
• Experience managing multiple projects, timelines, or workstreams simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities
• Experience working with data, including tracking, validating, and reporting on metrics
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office tools
• Experience using spreadsheets or reporting tools to generate insights and support decision-making
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Professional and responsive approach when working with internal teams and external partners

How We Work at K12 Coalition

Our work is grounded in five Core Competencies that guide how we collaborate, support others, and move work forward: Accountability, Adaptability, Collaboration, Customer Service Orientation, and Initiative.

• Accountability: Following through on work, owning commitments, and communicating progress or challenges along the way.
• Adaptability: Navigating change with flexibility and focus as priorities, information, or needs shift.
• Collaboration: Working together across roles and perspectives to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Service Orientation: Meeting the needs of internal and external partners with clarity, responsiveness, and follow-through.
• Initiative: Taking action without waiting to be asked and looking for ways to improve systems, processes, or experiences.

Compensation Range

The compensation range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000.

As part of our commitment to maintaining fair and consistent compensation practices, new hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the band minimum and midpoint, based on their qualifications, location, internal alignment, and the budgeted amount for the role.

Why Work with Us

We believe in supporting the whole employee by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet diverse needs. Our full-time employee benefits include flexible time off, paid parental leave, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) with company matching. We are committed to fostering a work environment that promotes both personal and professional well-being.

Our Selection Process

Our selection process typically includes an online application, a short phone interview, a hiring manager interview, a candidate exercise, and a final interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

K12 Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the interview process due to a disability, please email us at ***email_hidden***. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

Protecting Your Job Search

K12 Coalition Is Committed To a Transparent And Secure Recruitment Process. Please Keep The Following In Mind As You Explore Opportunities With Us

• Official communication: All recruitment-related communication will come from an @k12coalition.com email address. We do not use messaging platforms for recruiting.
• Application process: We do not send unsolicited job offers. All open positions are listed on our official Careers Page, and any offer follows a formal interview process.
• No upfront payments: We will never ask candidates to pay fees of any kind during the hiring process, including for training materials, background checks, or equipment.

If you receive any communication that does not align with the above, please report it to ***email_hidden***. Your security matters to us.