Manager of Youth Programs

The Franklin Inst•Philadelphia, PA

6d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Franklin Institute (TFI), a leading science and technology museum, is seeking a Manager of Youth Programs to inspire middle and high school students in STEM. This role involves developing and leading STEM workshops, managing program logistics, engaging with students, families, and community partners, and supporting various programmatic offerings and events. TFI offers a nurturing and dynamic environment with opportunities for learning and career growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, science-related field, or youth development required.
Three - five years of experience with program implementation, project management, and community outreach.
Familiarity with and passion for science, technology, engineering, and/or mathematics.
Strong collaborative, communication, and writing skills.
Ability to maintain consistent, positive relationships with students and families.
Knowledge of general STEM topics and related careers.
Experience interacting with diverse communities, industry and community partners, and university faculty.
Excellent collaborative and interpersonal communication skills, inside and outside of the museum environment.
Classroom management and teaching skills, particularly with middle and/or high school students, either in a formal or informal setting.
Strong written and oral science communication skills.
Database management.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, organize and prioritize, and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with a variety of tasks.

Nice To Haves

Curriculum development and lesson planning skills.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations of STEM Scholars Program.
Develop and oversee workshop lesson planning and implementation, potentially including lab-based experiences.
Coordinate collaboration with university and industry partners.
Lead STEM Scholars recruitment.
Schedule field trips and act as a chaperone.
Manage yearly STEM Scholars program expenses.
Support weekly meetings for the STEM Scholars Program.
Coordinate STEM Scholars events including Graduation and Annual Summer Showcase.
Support daily operations of Ambassadors Program.
Manage Ambassador recruitment, interviews, and annual reviews.
Plan and deliver curriculum for youth development programs.
Run weekly meetings for the Ambassadors Program.
Develop and facilitate yearly new Ambassador training.
Coordinate Ambassador outreach, including TFI and external partner events.
Develop and maintain working relationships with parents, teachers, school personnel, and community leaders.
Support director in defining yearly program scope, goals, and deliverables for Youth Programs.
Support additional Youth Programs events and programming, including PACTS.
Support museum floor operations on an occasional basis.