Education Coordinator

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University Education Coordinator will lead and coordinate K-12 education and teacher professional learning for the Education & Engagement Unit, developing place-based learning, classroom engagements, and educator materials while providing administrative support for community events and programs in coastal Louisiana.

The role requires organization, collaboration, and strong leadership to launch and sustain programming, including coordinating Ocean Commotion, Adopt-a-Pond, Native

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years experience required.
• Master's degree preferred, with 2–8 years in education or outreach.
• Some travel and irregular hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates education events on the LSU campus and across coastal Louisiana.
• Develops educational content aligned to state standards for projects like Ocean Commotion, Coastal Roots, Adopt-a-Pond, Native Fish in the Classroom, and Wetland Days.
• Participates in planning for adult-centered learning opportunities and teacher professional development; serves as trainer when needed.
• Directs education endeavors highlighting LSU-supported research activities and connects them with teachers through professional development and conferences.
• Supervises 2-4 students providing support to Louisiana Sea Grant Education and Engagement program.

Skills

Artistic Vision

Audience Engagement

Brand Stewardship

Collaboration

Communication

Content Development

Detail-Oriented

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Natural Resource Management, or Geography

Master's degree (Preferred) in Education or related field

Job description

## Education CoordinatorApplylocations: 0105 Sea Grant Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: October 15, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R00116589## ****All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).****## **If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.**## Job Posting Title:Education Coordinator## Position Type:Professional / Unclassified## Department:LSUAM ORED - SG - Education & Engagement Program (Danielle DiIullo (00004887))## Work Location:0105 Sea Grant Building## Pay Grade:Professional## Job Description:The Louisiana Sea Grant Education Coordinator will lead and coordinate K-12 education and teacher professional learning efforts for the Education & Engagement Unit. Working closely with other team members, departments and units, this role will develop place-based learning efforts, classroom engagements, teacher trainings, educational materials, and manage administrative support on community events and other Education & Engagement programming to address the Sea Grant priority of advancing environmental literacy and workforce development. This position requires organization, collaboration, and strong leadership to successfully launch and sustain existing and emerging programming. **Job Responsibilities:**Plans and coordinates education events, both on the LSU campus and across coastal Louisiana. This includes initiatives like Ocean Commotion, Adopt-a-Pond, Native Fish in the Classroom, and Wetland Days;. Event coordination includes communicating with schools, working with education partners, event set-up and break-down, content delivery, assisting with evaluation, etc. There will be in field coordination with Sea Grant extension personnel to extend educational activities into other regions of Louisiana. (35%) Creates, coordinates, and organizes educational content (aligned to state standards) that supports existing projects like Ocean Commotion, Coastal Roots, Adopt-a-Pond, Native Fish in the Classroom, and Wetland Days. The candidate will also pursue new opportunities to broaden Sea Grant's work with Louisiana K-12 audiences. Educational content could include lesson plans, web content, videos, infographics, one-pagers, conference displays, community outreach displays, etc. (25%) Participates in the planning and preparation for adult-centered learning opportunities, including the LaDIA program (LaDIA Fellows, Coastal Connections Competition, Graduate Research Scholars, and SciComm Summit program) and teacher professional development. The individual will take charge of event planning; serving as point-of-contact before, during and after event; serving as a trainer when needed; other coordination duties as needed; and supervises LSG personnel, faculty, graduate students, and school teachers supporting tasks with education activities. (20%) Develops, organizes, and supervises education endeavors highlighting LSG-supported research activities, both on the LSU campus and throughout parts of coastal Louisiana. Directs researcher-generated K-12 education efforts and connects them with teachers through professional development opportunities and educational conference presentations. Supervises 2-4 students providing support to LA Sea Grant Education and Engagement program. (10%) Other duties as requested by the supervisor. (10%)Knowledge of state and national education standards. Knowledge of coastal Louisiana.**Minimum Qualifications:**Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Ecology, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, or Natural Resource Management, or Geography and 2 years experience.*LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply--a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.***Preferred Qualifications:**Master's degree and 2-8 years experience in education or outreach activities. **Additional Requirements:**Some travel and irregular hours are required (10-15%). A valid Driver's License is required. This position is subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with PS-67. This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04. Candidate must possess knowledge of state and national education standards and of coastal Louisiana.## Additional Job Description:## Special Instructions:Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring (if applicable). Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to pre-employment screenings in accordance with University Policy as required and fingerprinting. For questions or concerns about updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Danielle Dilullo at [e-mail].**Skills Needed:**Artistic Vision, Audience Engagement, Brand Stewardship, Collaboration, Communication, Content Development, Detail-Oriented, Project Coordination**Preferred Skills:**## Posting Date:June 17, 2026## Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):October 15, 2026