Education Manager

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Position Reportsto:Vice President of Education

Direct Reports:Department Coordinators, Leads, and Front-line Staff

About Butterfly Pavilion:

At Butterfly Pavilion, we transform the way people think about invertebrates.

Butterfly Pavilion is the first stand-alone, Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world and a leader in invertebrate knowledge,inspiration and connection. Butterfly Pavilionexiststofoster an appreciation ofinvertebratesby educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. Whether itis providing unique,hands-on learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future.

Our Core Values are a large part ofwhowe are as an organization:

• Make Science Cool
• Love What You Do
• Go Above and Beyond
• Lead Change
• Know Your Stuff
• Be Positive
• Welcome All

Thesearen'tjust words, but words tolive byhere at Butterfly Pavilion.

FLSAStatus:Exempt| Full-Time

Hiring Salary Range:$58,000 -$60,000; starting salary is based on relevant experience.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D, LTD, STD, and Employee Assistance Program.

Voluntary Life, d, Legal Shield, and Pet Insurance plans available.

Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with employer match.

Two personal holidays per year.

Butterfly Pavilion Membership and 25% Gift Shop discount

Position Summary:

The Education Managerprovidesstrategic  leadership, daily operations, and team development of Butterfly Pavilion's Education Department.

This rolecollaboratescloselywith the Exhibit Interpretation and other guest-facingteamsto ensurealignedplanning, staffing coordination, andhigh-quality educational experiences across all programs.

The Education Managermaintainsprimary  ownership of school programs, camps, youth outreach and after school programs, field trips, virtual programs,and grant-funded programs.

This role provides leadership coverage on a schedule intentionally structured to complement other guest-facing leadership roles,ensuring operational leadership support for onsite interpretation and public programs as needed tomaintaincontinuity and quality standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Departmental Leadership&Cross-functional Collaboration

Provide leadership within the Education Department,ensuring consistent expectations, communication, and support across all coordinators and program areas.

Oversee and execute hiring, onboarding, performance management, and professional development ofstaff.

Provide regular coaching, conduct one-on-one meetings, and address performance concerns to support staff'ssuccess and accountability.

Foster a cohesiveandinclusive team culture that emphasizes collaboration acrossallprogram areas.

Promote cross-training and shared operational awareness tostrengthenteam capacity,operational resilience, and continuity.

Align with Education and Guest Experience leadership on staffing plans to ensure program effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Coordinate scheduling, leadership coverage, and daily operationswithinterpretation and other guest-facing teamsto support seamless department functioning across all days of operation.

Maintain consistentcommunicationregardingteam needs, priorities, and emerging issues to supporttimelyand aligned decision-making.

Collaboratively develop, implement, and maintain

Education Department Standard Operating Procedureswithstakeholder’sacross the organization.

Collaborate with department…