Education Program Manager - STEM & Outreach (On-site)

LAUKOA; New London (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

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: critical illness,;

Job summary

LAUKOA seeks an Education Program Manager in New London, CT, to lead Contractor-delivered education operations within the STEM/Mission Center and Innovation Lab on-site. The role involves implementing Government-approved K-12 and adult programs, supervising staff, coordinating field trips, and engaging with regional schools and military liaisons.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor in a relevant field, 4–6 years of museum education or program administration, and experience with NGSS frameworks.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Contractor-delivered daily education operations in the STEM/Mission Center and Innovation Lab through the Contractor Program Manager and COR.
• Implement Government-approved K-12 and adult programs and recommend improvements for Government review.
• Supervise Contractor Education Program Assistants and coordinate volunteer support, daily schedules, coaching, feedback, and service quality.
• Coordinate school field trips and group visits, including schedules, group flow, arrivals, and program readiness.
• Manage educational-material setup, safety, inventory, and use within established supply limits.
• 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.

Skills

Education program management

Curriculum development

NGSS knowledge

Staff supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor degree in education, museum studies, public history, or STEM

Master degree in a relevant field

Job description

LAUKOA seeks an Education Program Manager in New London, CT, to lead Contractor-delivered education operations within the STEM/Mission Center and Innovation Lab on-site. The role involves implementing Government-approved K-12 and adult programs, supervising staff, coordinating field trips, and engaging with regional schools and military liaisons.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor in a relevant field, 4–6 years of museum education or program administration, and experience with NGSS frameworks.