K-12 Education Specialist

K-12 Education Specialist

Full Time

Medora, ND, US

Salary Range: $52,000.00 – $67,000.00 Annually

The K-12 Education Specialist designs, implements, and evaluates dynamic, standards-aligned learning experiences that engage K-12 students, educators, and multigenerational community audiences with the Library's programs, exhibits, and resources. Designed to strengthen and expand youth-focused, in‑person programming—particularly high‑volume school field trips and long‑term school partnerships—this role serves as the Library's primary expert for K-12 education strategy and delivery. Reporting to the Manager of Public Programs & Education, the Specialist ensures programs align with North Dakota K-12 academic standards across all disciplines, from history to life sciences.

The position balances hands‑on facilitation, curriculum and resource development, and strategic audience building while upholding historical rigor and inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices.

• Standards‑Aligned Instruction & Curriculum Design: Designs engaging, age‑appropriate learning experiences aligned to North Dakota standards and the C3 Framework, using clear objectives, assessments, and differentiation
• Facilitation & Inquiry‑Based Learning: Leads groups with confidence and warmth, using questioning strategies and object‑based learning to support critical thinking and meaningful discussion
• Historical Accuracy & Interpretive Integrity: Ensures all educational content reflects current scholarship and upholds high standards of historical accuracy, intellectual rigor, and mission‑aligned interpretation across K‑12 programs and educator resources
• Inclusive, Culturally Responsive Practice: Creates welcoming learning environments that honor diverse perspectives and learning needs while maintaining accuracy and respectful interpretation of history
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Builds strong working relationships with educators, historians, and internal teams to co‑create resources, experiences, and sustain long‑term school partnerships
• Program Operations & Project Management: Manages scheduling, materials, and on‑site logistics with attention to detail and safety, ensuring consistent delivery at scale
• Assessment & Continuous Improvement: Uses data and feedback to evaluate effectiveness, identify trends, and implement improvements to programs and educator supports
• Digital Learning Tools & Technology Integration: Integrates age‑appropriate technology and digital platforms (e.g., virtual learning tools, online resources) to extend learning before and after visits

• Design, implement, and oversee the full portfolio of K‑12 educational experiences—including field trips, guided tours, classroom‑based activities, outdoor learning opportunities, and facilitated workshops—ensuring all youth programs are developmentally appropriate, mission‑aligned, and operationally effective from concept through delivery
• Align all youth programs and educator resources with North Dakota K‑12 standards, the C3 Framework, and best practices in museum‑based, inquiry‑driven learning
• Lead youth and educator engagement strategy, building and sustaining relationships with schools and community partners to grow K‑12 audiences
• Collaborate with historians, educators, curriculum developers, and internal teams to develop accurate, pedagogically effective educational content and experiences connected to Library's mission and values
• Collect and analyze program data and participant feedback to evaluate effectiveness, refine curricula, and improve the overall learning experience
• Contribute to departmental and cross‑museum initiatives by mentoring student educators, collaborating on outreach and communications, and representing the Library at education and museum conferences
• Plan and deliver professional development for educators (workshops, webinars, and classroom‑aligned resources) that supports effective use of Library materials in instruction
• Support multigenerational and family learning initiatives that encourage shared discovery, accessibility, and repeat visitation
• Coordinate program logistics, including scheduling, site…