Education Programs Director - History & Civic Education

McCormick Foundation; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural and educational organization in Wheaton, IL is seeking an Education Manager to lead the development and delivery of educational programs focused on military history for students and families. The role requires strong leadership, over 7 years of experience in education and program development, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing program budgets, recruiting educators, and designing curriculum-aligned initiatives. This is a full-time role requiring some evening and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in education and program development.
• Demonstrated ability to implement educational programs successfully.
• Experience with program evaluation and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of educational programs.
• Design, implement, and evaluate curriculum-aligned initiatives.
• Manage education program budgets and track expenses.
• Recruit, train, and supervise educators.

Skills

Leadership presence

Customer service orientation

Planning and time management

Emotional intelligence

Program evaluation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, Education, History, or related field

Master’s degree in Museum Education, Education, or related field

Job description

A cultural and educational organization in Wheaton, IL is seeking an Education Manager to lead the development and delivery of educational programs focused on military history for students and families. The role requires strong leadership, over 7 years of experience in education and program development, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing program budgets, recruiting educators, and designing curriculum-aligned initiatives. This is a full-time role requiring some evening and weekend work.