Full-Time School Programs Coordinator

Wave Hill; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Wave Hill in the Bronx is seeking a School Programs Coordinator to oversee learning experiences for students in pre-K through 12th grade, including in-person and virtual field trips and summer camps.

The Coordinator will develop pedagogically appropriate lesson plans with a progressive, social and environmental justice orientation, collaborating with education staff to ensure high-quality programs.

Qualifications

• The Coordinator must have experience teaching with school communities in informal settings.
• This individual should demonstrate cultural competency to work with diverse audiences.
• Must be comfortable teaching natural science topics outdoors and in classrooms.
• Degree in education, environmental/nature education, museum education or related field.
• 2-3 years relevant experience teaching with school communities; excellent organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and oversees all learning experiences for students in pre-K–12, including in-person and virtual field trips and summer camps.
• Develops lesson plans with a progressive, social and environmental justice approach.
• Manages supplies and education spaces; supervises interns and part-time staff.
• Coordinates scheduling, bookings, and administrative tasks with education staff.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Education degree

Environmental education degree

Museum education degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Remote platforms

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

The School Programs Coordinator facilitates and oversees all learning experiences for students in pre-K to 12th grade students including in-person and virtual academic year field trips, and summer camps. The Coordinator supports partnership programs/courses on a range of topics including natural sciences, art and local history, and teacher professional workshops. In collaboration with education staff the Coordinator researches, compiles and writes pedagogically appropriate lesson plans with a progressive, social and environmental justice-oriented teaching and learning style.

The Coordinator is responsible for the management and maintenance of supplies and education spaces. This individual supervises and trains school program interns and part time staff. The Coordinator works with the Education Assistant to ensure efficient administration of all school programming, including scheduling/booking programs, ordering supplies and processing check requests. The Coordinator supports department and institutional programs as needed.

Requirements

The Coordinator must have experience teaching with school communities in an informal setting and demonstrate cultural competency to work with diverse audiences. This individual must be comfortable interacting with large groups in the outdoors and in a classroom setting teaching natural science topics to all grade levels. In addition to teaching and administrative duties, additional requirements include:

• Degree in education, environmental/nature education, museum education or related field
• Experience leading outdoor programs in formal or nonformal settings
• A minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience teaching with school community audiences
• Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in Wave Hill's education programs and mission
• Cultural competency to work with diverse and local Bronx communities
• Computer skills that include remote platforms and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license
• Proficiency in Spanish a plus

Workspace

The primary workspace is in Wave Hill House, which has an accessible, ground-level entrance at the front of the building with a power-assist door. The restroom on the ground level is all-gender and ADA-compliant. Additional ADA-compliant restrooms are available on the lower level, which can be accessed by elevator. Due to the historic nature of Wave Hill House, the education program office located on the third floor is not wheelchair accessible. This area is reachable by a flight of wooden stairs totaling 19 steps. When outside, the educator should expect to traverse a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations.

Schedule & Salary

This is a full-time position reporting to the Assistant Director of Education. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30AM to 4:00PM, with the possibility of one remote workday. There is some offsite travel to schools and partner organizations, and occasional evenings and weekend days required. Salary is $50,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k, pension plan, and life insurance.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Wave Hill

Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail].