Education and STEM Programs Manager - Onsite (US Citizens)

Swingtech•New London, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Education and STEM Programs Manager oversees the daily delivery of Government-approved educational programs at a federal museum. The position coordinates activities in the STEM/Mission Center, Innovation Lab, galleries, and other designated educational spaces. It supervises contractor education personnel, coordinates school and community-group visits, supports curriculum implementation, and helps ensure consistent delivery of engaging maritime, historical, and STEM-based educational experiences. The position manages K-12, adult, STEM, maritime-history, and public-education programs; coordinates program logistics and partner relationships; supports implementation and improvement of approved curricula; and maintains educational supplies and learning spaces. It also coordinates volunteer and docent support, monitors program quality, and may support weekend, school-break, and evening programs. The role is onsite in New London, Connecticut, and requires the ability to successfully complete a Tier 1/NACI suitability investigation and obtain required facility and system access.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Museum Studies, Public History, a STEM discipline, or a related field.
Four to six years of progressively responsible experience in museum education, curriculum development, educational-program administration, or a closely related area.
Experience coordinating field trips or educational programs with school districts, homeschool groups, community organizations, or similar partners.
Experience implementing curriculum-based, hands-on, or informal learning programs.
Supervisory or team-lead experience involving instructors, facilitators, education assistants, or volunteers.
Strong communication, public-speaking, scheduling, and program-coordination skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, school breaks, and evening events.
Ability to successfully complete a Tier 1/NACI suitability investigation and obtain required facility and system access.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Education, Museum Studies, Public History, STEM, or a related discipline.
Experience with the Next Generation Science Standards or comparable curriculum frameworks.
Knowledge of Coast Guard history, maritime operations, search and rescue, navigation, or marine science.
Experience operating educational science labs, innovation labs, maker spaces, or interactive learning environments.
Experience developing or coordinating offsite and mobile educational outreach programs.

Responsibilities

Manage the daily delivery of approved K-12, adult, STEM, maritime-history, and public-education programs.
Supervise, schedule, coach, and evaluate contractor-provided Education Program Assistants.
Coordinate school field trips, homeschool programs, community-group visits, and educational events.
Manage group arrival, scheduling, classroom assignments, visitor flow, and operational logistics.
Implement Government-approved curricula and recommend program improvements for Government review.
Support educational content aligned with applicable academic frameworks, including the Next Generation Science Standards.
Coordinate with school administrators, teachers, community organizations, and authorized military or Government liaisons.
Manage the setup, inventory, safe use, and operational readiness of educational supplies and instructional materials.
Coordinate with the Volunteer Manager to train volunteers and docents supporting STEM and history programs.
Monitor program delivery and apply quality-control measures to maintain consistent educational standards.
Support weekend, school-break, and evening educational programs when required.
Ensure contractor personnel do not independently establish Government educational policy or official public messaging.

Benefits

15 PTO days
11 paid holidays
Medical insurance with three options, including an HSA with a $600 employer contribution
Dental insurance with no age limit for orthodonture
Vision insurance through EyeMed, with in- and out-of-network coverage
Short-term and long-term disability coverage with 100% premium support
Life insurance and AD&D with 100% premium support
Supplemental life insurance
Critical care and accident insurance availability
Pet insurance through Nationwide
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) enrollment from day one, with 4% deferral by company
$1,500 annual training budget
$1,500 referral bonus
Eligibility for annual merit and discretionary bonus
Flexible work arrangements