School and Community Program Manager

School & Community Program Manager

Reports to:

Director of Education

FLSA Status:
Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $40,000 - $43,000

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Education, the School & Community Program Manager plans, creates, implements and oversees the daily operation of the Museum’s programs for schools and community organizations.

• Uphold the highest quality of the guest experience through equitable, respectful interactions that meet the unique needs of each guest and team member
• Be conversant in the Museum’s mission, exhibits, programs, and events to enhance the guest experience
• Analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate (ADDIE) all school and community programs to ensure that they meet state science standards and/or other compliance requirements (when applicable), the Museum’s mission, vision, guest experience service philosophy and practices, and other education initiatives
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with schools and community organizations to determine program (ADDIE) to expand Museum audiences
• Develop and manage the annual budget for schools and community programs
• Work with the Registration Coordinator to administer registration process of school and community programs
• Incorporate best practices in science education, such as inquiry-based learning, hands‑on activities, and interactive experiences, to enhance the learning experiences for guests
• Assist the Human Resources Generalist in the hiring and orientation process of paid and unpaid formal education team members
• Supervise staff and volunteer education team members, including providing appropriate training, managing schedules, assisting with projects and goal‑setting, and evaluations
• Assist with the care, maintenance, and training of the Museum’s live animal collection

• As needed, work with the Senior Manager of Exhibits and Interpretation to provide educational content for permanent and temporary exhibits
• Collaborate with Education team members and the Advancement Department to design and implement school and community program marketing plans
• Collaborate with the Early Education Coordinator to implement professional development courses for educators, paraprofessionals and administrators

• As needed, assist other Education team members with programs, events, exhibits and other initiatives
• Collaborate with the Director of Advancement and the Director of Education to assist with grant applications/proposals to fund programs as well as providing necessary documentation or reports
• Collaborate with the Registration Coordinator to manage the grant‑funded programs
• Assist the Gallery Interpretation team in the care and maintenance of the education collection of specimens and program‑related resources

• Bachelor’s degree in science education given preference, but consideration given to related degrees such as education, communication or interpretation
• Two years education‑related experience, program design, implementation, and evaluation with focus on interactive, hands‑on programs/activities
• Two years of managerial or demonstrated supervisory experience which includes planning, scheduling, reviewing and evaluating the work of others
• Experience handling and caring for a variety of live animals and/or willingness to learn

• Knowledge and experience of science and interpretation
• Ability to nurture existing partnerships and establish new partnerships with teachers and school district administrators
• Familiarity with evaluation and assessment methods for formal and/or informal learning environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and evident enthusiasm to communicate science to all ages in an engaging, professional manner
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and use critical decision‑making skills, as well as work harmoniously with team members
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite applications
• First aid, CPR and AED certified or willingness to become certified

• This is a full‑time position defined by the Museum as 37.5 work hours per week, exclusive of a 30‑minute…