Experiential Holocaust Education Manager (Field Educator)

Jewish Federation of San Diego•San Diego, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Jewish Federation of San Diego is seeking an experienced educator to bring history to life for students and communities across San Diego County through Spark Interactive, a state-of-the-art traveling classroom and museum. This position will facilitate powerful, interactive learning experiences, helping thousands of learners engage with survivor stories, explore the consequences of hate, and build empathy and understanding. This is a field-based position with some office work, ideal for an experienced educator, museum professional, or community facilitator passionate about Holocaust education and innovative learning. The Field Educator will join a creative, mission-driven team shaping a new model of education in motion.

Requirements

3+ years teaching or facilitating learning for youth (formal classroom, museum, camp, or community setting).
Skilled communicator and empathetic educator who can navigate sensitive topics with care.
Has the superpower of connecting with teens.
Technologically confident; quick to learn and troubleshoot digital tools.
Highly organized and reliable, with strong project coordination skills.
Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record, and comfort driving a large vehicle; training provided.
Willingness to coordinate maintenance and repairs to ensure the smooth operation of the vehicle.
Excited to work on the move, with willingness to travel regularly throughout San Diego County (3-5 days per week).
Flexible work schedule, including occasional early starts (e.g., arriving at schools by 7:00 a.m. for setup) and some evenings and weekends.
Able to lift, carry, and load exhibit materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for transport, setup, and breakdown at each site.

Nice To Haves

Background experience in Holocaust or genocide education, social studies, Jewish studies, or a related field.
Experience training or managing volunteers and docents.
Bilingual English/Spanish.
Familiarity with program evaluation and impact reporting.

Responsibilities

Facilitate engaging, age-appropriate, interactive Holocaust education experiences for students, educators, and community groups.
Create safe, inclusive environments for dialogue around difficult historical and contemporary issues.
Adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs and audiences.
Serve as the main contact for schools, teachers, and community partners before and after Spark Interactive visits.
Support educators with pre- and post-visit materials and follow-up resources.
Recruit, train, and support volunteers and docents.
Manage daily logistics of the Spark Interactive Learning Center, including setup, travel, and maintenance (training provided).
Troubleshoot basic technical and AV issues and coordinate vendor support when needed.
Track program activities and expenses, ensuring smooth operations across sites.
Collect and report on feedback, impact data, and participant stories.
Support marketing and fundraising by sharing meaningful experiences, photos, and testimonials.
Collaborate with the team to continually improve curriculum, technology, and user experience.
Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational needs.