DC Public Schools (DCPS) is a system of 117 public schools serving over 50,000 students in Washington, DC.  A joint analysis by Harvard and Stanford recently identified DC as the fastest-improving large urban school district in the nation. Between 2022 and 2025, Washington, D.C. students gained roughly two‑thirds of a grade level in math and about a third of a grade level in reading. Be part of our mission to ensure every school guarantees students reach their full potential through rigorous and joyful learning experiences in a nurturing environment.

The Director of School Planning, within the Office of Integrity,  is responsible for leading, planning, and implementing efforts to support longterm planning with a focus on enrollment projections and supporting new and re-envisioned schools and programming. 

Review the job description and apply here: Apply Now – DC Public Schools

We are looking for an experienced planner with an interest in education who will bring key strenghts to the team: 

• Experience developing and interpreting enrollment projections and understand their implications for school planning, facilities planning, and resource allocation.
• Ability to use data to drive strategic decision-making.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating successfully across teams and departments.
• A growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning new skills.