Manager of Education

JobsInMass.com; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Presidential Center in Quincy, MA, is seeking a Manager of Education and Public Programming to develop and evaluate education programs and events that align with our mission. You will coordinate curricula, partnerships, and outreach to students, teachers, and the broader community.

The ideal candidate will be well-organized, mission-driven, and experienced in program management within an education-focused nonprofit. Salary is $80,000 annually with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Education, Museum Studies, Communications, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in a museum, library, historic site, school, or other learning site.
• Knowledge of education practices (formal and informal).
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom).

Responsibilities

• Educational program management and development.
• Stay current on classroom learning trends and represent the center in national conversations about K12 classrooms and informal education.
• Co-design strategies to expand reach to K12 learning virtually and in-person.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs aligned with the mission.
• Develop curricula and learning materials with subject matter experts.
• Coordinate program schedules, facilitators, speakers, and logistics.
• Manage participant registration, communication, and follow-up.
• Coordinate in-person and virtual events including workshops, seminars, and conferences.
• Oversee event budgets, contracts, and procurement processes.
• Coordinate marketing with communications staff.
• Lead event-day logistics and volunteer coordination.
• Track program outcomes and prepare impact reports.
• Serve as primary contact for participants, speakers, partners, and vendors.
• Maintain relationships with schools and community organizations to support fundraising through events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Program management

Office & virtual platforms

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams / Zoom

Job description

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Please send your resume and cover letter to Sadie Troy, Director of Education at [e-mail]

Position Summary

The Manager of Education and Public Programming is responsible for creation, development, implementation, and evaluation of the organization’s educational programs and events, under the leadership of the Director of Education. This role ensures high-quality, mission-aligned programming that engages student, teacher, and public participants, partners, donors, and the broader community members.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, mission-driven, detail-oriented, and experienced in both program management and execution within an education-focused or nonprofit environment. Compensation: $80,000 Annual Salary & Comprehensive Benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Education Program Management
• Stay current on classroom learning trends in history, civics, and interrelated subjects and represent Adams Presidential Center in national conversations about K12 classrooms and informal education
• Co-Design strategies to increase APC’s reach to and impact on K12 classroom learning virtually and in-person
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals
• Develop curricula, learning materials, and program frameworks in collaboration with subject matter experts
• Coordinate program schedules, facilitators, speakers, and logistics
• Manage participant registration, communication, and follow-up
• Program Planning and Execution
• Coordinate in-person and virtual events including workshops, seminars, fundraisers, conferences, and community outreach events
• Manage event budgets, contracts, and procurement processes
• Coordinate marketing and promotion efforts with communications staff
• Lead event-day logistics and volunteer coordination
• Track program outcomes and prepare impact reports
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Serve as the primary contact for program participants, speakers, partners, and vendors
• Maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders
• Support fundraising initiatives through event-based engagement
• Administrative & Strategic Support
• Maintain program and event databases
• Prepare reports and presentations related to programming
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and nonprofit regulations
• Contribute to annual planning and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Education, Museum Studies, Communications, or related field
• 5 years of experience in a museum, library, historic site, school, other learning site
• Knowledge of education practices (formal and informal)
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong interpersonal skills with varied audiences to include scholars, teachers, contractors, students, stakeholders, and work colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong program management and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual Meeting Platforms (Teams, Zoom)