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Please send your resume and cover letter to Sadie Troy, Director of Education at sadie@adamspc.org

Position Summary

The Manager of Education and Public Programming is responsible for creation, development, implementation, and evaluation of the organization’s educational programs and events, under the leadership of the Director of Education. This role ensures high-quality, mission-aligned programming that engages student, teacher, and public participants, partners, donors, and the broader community members.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, mission-driven, detail-oriented, and experienced in both program management and execution within an education-focused or nonprofit environment. Compensation: $80,000 Annual Salary & Comprehensive Benefits

Key Responsibilities

1. Education Program Management

Stay current on classroom learning trends in history, civics, and interrelated subjects and represent Adams Presidential Center in national conversations about K12 classrooms and informal education
Co-Design strategies to increase APC’s reach to and impact on K12 classroom learning virtually and in-person
Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic goals
Develop curricula, learning materials, and program frameworks in collaboration with subject matter experts
Coordinate program schedules, facilitators, speakers, and logistics
Manage participant registration, communication, and follow-up

2. Program Planning and Execution

Coordinate in-person and virtual events including workshops, seminars, fundraisers, conferences, and community outreach events
Manage event budgets, contracts, and procurement processes
Coordinate marketing and promotion efforts with communications staff
Lead event-day logistics and volunteer coordination
Track program outcomes and prepare impact reports

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Serve as the primary contact for program participants, speakers, partners, and vendors
Maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, and stakeholders
Support fundraising initiatives through event-based engagement

4. Administrative & Strategic Support

Maintain program and event databases
Prepare reports and presentations related to programming
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and nonprofit regulations
Contribute to annual planning and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in History, Education, Museum Studies, Communications, or related field
5 years of experience in a museum, library, historic site, school, other learning site
Knowledge of education practices (formal and informal)
Skills & Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills with varied audiences to include scholars, teachers, contractors, students, stakeholders, and work colleagues
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong program management and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual Meeting Platforms (Teams, Zoom)

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