Education Programs Supervisor

DHRM•Sterling, VA

About The Position

The Education Programs Supervisor will lead educational experiences at the NOVA Science Center, which is scheduled to open in spring/summer 2027. Programs include gallery experiences, school programs, camps, community outreach, and youth and adult learning opportunities. The supervisor will lead and develop the education team, support the creation and evaluation of curricula and educational resources, coordinate projects, and deliver high-quality programs for Museum guests. The role also champions guest engagement and leads STEM education training for staff and volunteers, while overseeing program budgets, scheduling, staffing, and supplies. The position is based in Northern Virginia. Training will take place in Richmond, and the candidate is expected to spend 2–3 days per week there from November through January. Telework or another work arrangement will be made for the remaining days each week until the Science Center is fully constructed. The role reports to the Assistant Director of Education and Operations.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in informal science education.
Experience developing, delivering, and evaluating hands-on science programs for diverse audiences, including K–12 students and the general public.
Strong leadership, organizational, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to supervise staff, manage multiple priorities, build positive relationships, and provide exceptional customer service.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to travel between locations as needed.
Valid driver’s license.
Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a science center or formal science education is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the education team.
Support the creation and evaluation of curricula and educational resources.
Coordinate education projects.
Deliver high-quality programs for Museum guests, including gallery experiences, school programs, camps, community outreach, and youth and adult learning opportunities.
Promote exceptional guest engagement.
Lead STEM education training for staff and volunteers.
Oversee program budgets, scheduling, staffing, and supplies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Flexible spending account (FSA), health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), and health savings account (HSA).
Life insurance.
457 plan and pension plan.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Employee assistance program.
Paid vacation leave.
Four days of family and personal leave.
Eight sick days per year.
12 paid holidays.