School and Community Program Manager

School & Community Program Manager

Job Description

Reports to: Director of Education

FLSA Status: Full-Time Exempt

Salary Range: $40000 - $43000

Summary:

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

Essential Functions:

• 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 Museums 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 Museums 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 an 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 Museums live animal collection

Secondary Functions:

• 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

Additional Functions:

• 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

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelors 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

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Schedule:

• This is a full-time position defined by the Museum as 37.5 work hours per week exclusive of a 30-minute unpaid lunch period. The schedule for this position is primarily Monday Friday but may occasionally vary to accommodate daytime evening and/or weekend Education initiatives. Schedule will be determined in collaboration with the Director of Education.

Other Functions:

• This job description is not designed to cover all functions duties activities or responsibilities that are required. Functions duties activities and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• Strong Paid Time Off package
• Medical Vision and Dental
• 401k
• 4-person museum membership
• Free admission to Brandywine Valley museums and sites
• ASTC members
• Staff discounts

Qualified applicants are invited to email a cover letter and their resume to Marissa Price Human Resources Generalist at

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration de employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected class. If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application process please contact the Human Resources department.