Jesse Slater
Campbell,CA
Summary
Action-oriented Program Manager and Educator with over 10 years of experience leading multi-stakeholder initiatives, managing operational workflows, and leveraging performance metrics to drive continuous improvement. Proven track record in orchestrating end-to-end program logistics, facilitating cross-functional communication among diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders, and optimizing operational processes to meet strict compliance and quality standards. Skilled at breaking down complex data insights, tracking project health, and triaging blockers in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Moreland School District
08.2024 - Current
- Serve as primary communications lead and project owner across multi-stakeholder cohorts, maintaining transparent update cadence and building alignment.
- Proactively track, evaluate, and analyze performance and engagement metrics to identify trends, mitigate blockers, and adjust program strategies in real time.
- Triage operational and interpersonal challenges under tight deadlines by setting clear expectations and applying structured, solution-focused methodologies.
- Tailor engagement methodologies to user needs, ensuring steady adoption and high user satisfaction across diverse user groups.
Expanded Learning Program Director
KIPP Heartwood Academy
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Directed end-to-end operations and program logistics for large-scale expanded learning programs, ensuring 100% compliance with state regulations and performance benchmarks.
- Redesigned program framework from a unstructured operational state into a highly structured, state-compliant system, significantly increasing participation and engagement metrics.
- Orchestrated cross-functional collaboration between school administration, instructional staff, parents, and external community partners to coordinate schedules and deliver program enhancements.
- Built transparent reporting mechanisms and feedback loops to communicate program milestones, health metrics, and strategic updates to key decision-makers.
6th Grade ELA/Science Teacher
KIPP Heartwood Academy
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Managed portfolio operations and parallel learning workflows for 50+ users across multiple subject areas.
- Led Grade Level Chair initiatives (2021–2024), facilitating cross-functional team meetings to align on curriculum schedules, analyze benchmark data, and establish project tracking mechanisms.
- Evaluated quantitative testing metrics and progress reports, implementing data-informed interventions that resulted in an 8% increase in proficiency outcomes.
- Designed interactive feedback mechanisms to translate complex metrics into clear, actionable steps for students and cross-functional team members.
STEM Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools
07.2015 - 06.2020
- Utilized quantitative assessment data to track program health, identify learning gaps, and execute targeted improvement plans, driving a 20% increase in standardized math proficiency.
- Coordinated with parents, specialists, and administrative leaders to realign strategy and address individual user needs.
After School/Summer Camp Director
Silicon Valley YMCA
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Oversaw program scheduling, staff availability, facility logistics, and budget allocation for multi-site community programs.
- Ensured strict adherence to state grant compliance requirements, tracking performance outcomes and submitting detailed expenditure reports.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12-2013
Skills
- Account & Portfolio Management: Book of business management, stakeholder alignment, key account retention
- Customer Success & Adoption: Consultative onboarding, goal setting, progress tracking, user engagement
- Data-Driven Strategy: Metric tracking, health monitoring, performance analysis, risk mitigation
- Cross-Functional Communication: Executive/partner communications, conflict resolution, expectation setting
- Financial & Resource Operations: Program budget management, grant compliance, resource allocation
- Program & Logistics Management: Schedule tracking, workflow optimization, operational execution, risk identification, and resource allocation
- Data & Performance Analytics: Quantitative metric evaluation, assessment tracking, trends analysis, and data-driven iteration
- Cross-Functional Communication: Facilitating alignment between technical and non-technical partners, stakeholder management, and executive status reporting
- Operational Excellence: Process standardization, grant compliance, budget oversight, and continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year (2025-2026)
- Highest achievement growth at Baker Elementary 2024-2026
- Highest ELA growth in the district (according to NWEA MAP testing) 8/2022
- Grade Level Chair, KIPP Heartwood Academy, 07/2021-8/2024
- Co Summer Camp Founder, Los Altos Parks and Rec, 05/2010, 08/2013
Certification
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Full Professional Proficiency
- K-8 Credential in English Language Arts, Full Professional Proficiency
Personal Information
Timeline
Teacher
Moreland School District
08.2024 - Current
Expanded Learning Program Director
KIPP Heartwood Academy
07.2023 - 08.2024
6th Grade ELA/Science Teacher
KIPP Heartwood Academy
07.2020 - 06.2023
STEM Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools
07.2015 - 06.2020
After School/Summer Camp Director
Silicon Valley YMCA
03.2012 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Reading
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
San Jose State University