Education Program Manager

LAUKOA; New London (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible work environment

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

LAUKOA seeks an Education Program Manager to lead daily education operations in the STEM/Mission Center and Innovation Lab, reporting through the Contractor Program Manager and COR. The Government Education Specialist maintains curriculum policy and messaging; this role manages execution and supervises education staff, coordinating field trips and outreach with schools and military liaisons.

On-site in New London, CT, with focus on inclusive learning experiences and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in education, museum studies, public history, or a STEM discipline.
• 4–6 years of progressive museum education, curriculum development, or education-program administration experience.
• Experience implementing NGSS in hands-on programs and supervising instructional staff.
• Engagement with school administrators or comparable institutional partners.

Responsibilities

• Implement Government-approved K-12 and adult education programs.
• Supervise Contractor Education Program Assistants and coordinate volunteers.
• Coordinate field trips, schedules, and program readiness.
• Manage educational-material setup, safety, and inventory within budget.
• Collaborate with regional schools, homeschool networks, and military liaisons.

Skills

Curriculum development

Stakeholder engagement

Staff mentoring

Educational program planning

Education

Bachelor degree in education

Master degree in a relevant field (preferred)

Job description

LAUKOA brings together a diverse portfolio of companies delivering mission-critical services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. From environmental stewardship and infrastructure support to technology, operations, maintenance, and construction services, we help clients accomplish their goals through expertise, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Rooted in Native Hawaiian values, we are committed to delivering results that strengthen organizations, communities, and future generations.

Whether you’re building critical infrastructure in Greenland, supporting federal health programs in Florida, or protecting ecosystems in the Pacific, LAUKOA brings together people who care about what they do.

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Education Program Manager

Openings: 1 full-time position | Location: New London, Connecticut (on-site) | Status: Key Personnel

Position Summary

The Education Program Manager leads Contractor-delivered daily education operations in the STEM/Mission Center and Innovation Lab through the Contractor Program Manager and COR. The Government Education Specialist retains authority over educational policy, approved curricula, official messaging, and Government program decisions; this role manages execution and Contractor education personnel.

Implement Government-approved K-12 and adult programs and recommend operational or curriculum-delivery improvements for Government review.

Supervise Contractor Education Program Assistants and coordinate volunteer support, daily schedules, coaching, feedback, and service quality.

Coordinate operational details for school field trips and group visits, including schedules, group flow, arrivals, and program readiness.

Manage approved educational-material setup, safety, inventory, and use within established supply limits; do not obligate Government funds.

Coordinate with regional schools, homeschool networks, community groups, and military liaisons within approved outreach plans.

Support Government-approved mobile/off-site initiatives and inclusive learning experiences when assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor degree in education, museum studies, public history, or a STEM discipline.

Four to six years of progressive museum education, curriculum development, or education-program administration experience.

Experience implementing curriculum frameworks such as NGSS in hands-on programs, managing instructional schedules, and supervising or mentoring instructional staff.

Demonstrated professional engagement with school administrators, community groups, or comparable institutional partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Master degree in a relevant field.

Knowledge of Coast Guard history, search and rescue, marine science, maker spaces, learning technology, or interactive science labs.

Experience delivering off-site outreach or serving diverse and remote school communities.

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• a 401(k) program with employer match
• paid vacation and sick leave
• employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• an Employee Assistance Program
• a flexible work environment

Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including

• critical illness coverage
• accident insurance
• identity theft coverage
• pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.