Senior Manager of Youth Learning and Teaching

Senior Manager of Youth Learning and Teaching Posting Details Position Information Position Title Senior Manager of Youth Learning and Teaching Department Education (YI) - 052 Position Summary The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.The Museum's Youth Initiatives (YI) division, within the department of Education, is seeking a full-time Senior Manager of Youth Learning and Teaching. The Senior Manager leads and supports an outstanding group of informal educators to hone their practice and deliver innovative, student-centered and equity-centered STEM education.The YI group is dedicated to STEM workforce development and science enrichment for youth ages 10 to 24. YI aspires to be a hub and model for youth science learning and engagement that responds to institutional and societal discrimination that prevents full participation in science by all young people. The YI team is looking for candidates committed to this vision and passionate about building a more just and equitable community of STEM learners and leaders.Job duties:Lead the organization, design and teaching of YI course curriculum, with a focus on pedagogies driven by access and equity and centered around learners.Manage and maintain YI's curriculum portfolio.Work with senior staff to identify curriculum design needs, in support of the Museum's priorities and scientific advances.Manage the curriculum design process, including setting benchmarks and implementing evaluation metrics.Manage, mentor and train the curriculum design team. Identify and acquire any expert resources needed to support the curriculum design process.Support the development of a Museum scope and sequence for middle and high school STEM learning.Supervise YI Museum educators.Create sustainable systems. Support a culture for ongoing reflective practice for the educator team. Collaborate on the work of cross-departmental staff learning initiatives, including working with senior staff to develop and co-lead monthly professional learning sessions. Identify areas for ongoing professional development.Design curriculum and teach, including teaching/co-teaching one to two courses annually.Disseminate and/or acquire knowledge via participation at conferences.Maintain a Tuesday-Saturday schedule, including occasional evening responsibilities.The expected salary range for the Senior Manager of Youth Learning and Teaching is $80,000/annual - $86,000/annual.The AMNH offers an extensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our dedicated and diverse community.Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or graduate-level degree in education, science, museum studies, social work or another relevant field.Three years experience in STEM teaching in formal or informal spaces.Proven experience leading professional learning opportunities for STEM. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a supervisory role.Experience leading educators in professional learning.Experience developing professional learning opportunities.Experience with culturally-relevant pedagogy of justice-informed education. Physical Demands Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.Must be able to move about the Museum campus. Category Full-Time Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 70 Union Status Non-Union FLSA Exempt Expected Salary Minimum $80,000/annual Expected Salary Maximum $86,000/annual EEO Statement The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law. Quick Link Posting Detail Information Posting Number GS803P Open Date 08/21/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (). Do you have a bachelor's degree and/or graduate-level degree in education, science, museum studies, social work or another relevant field? Yes No Do you have three years of experience in STEM teaching in formal or informal spaces? Yes No Do you have experience leading professional learning opportunities for STEM? Yes No Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Resume Cover LetterOptional Documents The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2024-10-19