Education Program Specialist — Curriculum & Partnerships

Minnesota Historical Society; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State insurance

Employer retirement

Vacation & sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Minnesota Historical Society seeks qualified applicants to provide advanced leadership in program development, outreach, and resource support for K-16 audiences. The Program Specialist will guide the Northern Lights Interactive eBook and curricular resources, planning research, development, and delivery, while building partnerships with schools and communities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with MNHS leadership and staff on K-12 education issues, with opportunities to influence resource

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in history, education, or humanities discipline, or related field or experience.
• Four years experience in historical research, education, program delivery, or curriculum development.
• Knowledge of historical research methodology and data gathering, including primary sources.
• Knowledge of K-12 teaching practices and curriculum used by K-12 teachers and students.
• Knowledge of education technology platforms used by K-12 teachers and students.
• Computer skills to develop project and program documentation.
• General knowledge of Minnesota and United States history.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to meet ongoing needs of the Northern Lights Interactive eBook.
• Lead R&D of engaging curricular resources for K-16 teachers and students.
• Work with partners to plan and deliver new curricular resources and programs.
• Design and implement partnerships with schools and educational organizations.
• Represent MNHS in professional orgs and advisory boards.
• Promote MNHS education resources to K-16 teachers and students.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in history, education, or humanities

Job description

Minnesota Historical Society seeks qualified applicants to provide advanced leadership in program development, outreach, and resource support for K-16 audiences. The Program Specialist will guide the Northern Lights Interactive eBook and curricular resources, planning research, development, and delivery, while building partnerships with schools and communities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with MNHS leadership and staff on K-12 education issues, with opportunities to influence resource