Cecilia D.Slesnick

Education Manager

Historical Museum of Southern Florida

101 West Flagler St  Miami, FL 33130

305.375.1492    www.hmsf.org

 

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Subject: [MUSEUM-L] Berkshire Museum: Education Program Manager

Berkshire Museum: Education Program Manager

 

Join an exciting team of museum professionals during a major transformation of the Berkshire Museum, located at the center of the cultural Berkshires in western Massachusetts. Berkshire Museum seeks a dynamic person to take a leadership role in shaping our school and teacher programs. The Education Program Manager implements educational programs for (K-12) students and teachers that interpret the museum’s natural history, fine arts and special exhibitions. Qualifications: Creative person who has a professional manner and excellent interpersonal skills for working with various audiences. Three years of education experience required, preferably in a museum setting. Min. BA required. Concentration in humanities, natural science or math a plus. Send resume, cover letter and references: Deputy Director, Berkshire Museum, 39 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201. No phone calls. EOE

 

 

Revised 07/10/07

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

POSITION:    Education Program Manager

 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:   

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Interpretation

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Education Program Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of educational programs for K-12 students and teachers interpreting the museums natural science and fine arts collection, including educator led programs, outreach and after school programs and teacher professional development workshops. The Education Program Manager will develop curriculum consistent with the mission and vision of the Museum and that meets state and national standards. This position supervises the Education Specialist/Docent Coordinator, is responsible for the preparation and oversight of the education budget, and interfaces with public program, exhibition and collection staff to develop programs and resources.

 

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Educator-Led Programs: Develop, implement and present as instructor or obtain instructor for educational programming for visiting K-12 school groups. Programs focus on the exhibitions, collections and mission of the Berkshire Museum following department models and compatible with relevant state and national curriculum standards.

 

Curriculum: Oversee the development of curriculum consistent with the mission and vision of the Museum and that meets state and national standards

 

Docent Program Coordinator: Supervises the Education Specialist/Docent Coordinator to ensure the docent program is being managed in accordance with the goals of the department and the institution: management includes recruitment, training, administration, and evaluation.

 

Educational Outreach and Special Programs: Develop, schedule and present as instructor or obtain instructor for educational activities for a variety of on site and off site programs including, but not limited to camps, classes and after school programs for target populations.

 

K- 12 Teacher Education: Develop, schedule and present as instructor or obtain instructors for workshops and programs for pre and in-service teachers professional development.

 

Promotion and Marketing: Work directly with the Director of Marketing to develop the education collateral including the copy for education brochure, teacher reception postcards and professional development material.  Prepare the museum’s Educator E-Newsletter.

 

Budget: Prepare and present annual budgetary goals and objectives for education portion of the interpretation departmental budget. Prepare budgets for grant proposals.

 

Additional responsibilities:

• Prepare written material and budgets for grant proposals.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate school and teacher programs, including pre-tour information for teachers, school tour content, and post-tour teacher evaluations.
• Schedule and give presentations.  Give oral reports and departmental updates.
• Pilot and test new educational programs and curricula materials.
• Maintain a safe environment throughout Museum and in all educational facilities.
• Regularly participate in professional development opportunities.
• Maintaining current knowledge of educational (both school and museum) theories as well as local and national curriculums and learning standards to incorporate into school and teacher programs.
• Stay current in museum practices and other developments in the museum field.
• Participate in departmental and all-staff meetings. Keep informed of operational changes. 
• Participate in related community organizations as appropriate and needed.
• Perform all other departmental duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Hire and work with contracted vendors, educators, and designers.

 

This position description is representative of all major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.

 

EQUIPMENT SKILLS REQUIRED:

Candidate must be computer literate with a strong knowledge of current MS applications, a PC typing speed of min 25 WPM and an understanding of internet research techniques.  Candidate must maintain a current Massachusetts driver’s license, personal automobile insurance and a safe driving record (copy to be kept on file in Human Resources office).  Candidate must be able to work and/or type at a desk, climb stairs and lift up to 30 pounds.

Other requirements:  Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed including evenings and weekends, and holidays.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education:  Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in museum education, history, humanities, archeology, natural science, science or math education, arts education, or art history.  A Masters degree in any of the above is a plus.  Posses knowledge of learning theory, and museum practices.

 

Skills:  Excellent writing and public speaking skills necessary.  Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision and in a team oriented environment.  Must communicate professionally with administrators, educators, and the general public.  Sense of humor and total enjoyment of work is an absolute must!

 

Experience:  Experience working as an educator (formally or informally) with school age students, and the general public, in a museum or other public program settings.