About Us:

Mill River Park Collaborative is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to transforming Mill River Park into a vibrant, educational, and recreational hub for the Stamford community. Committed to fostering environmental stewardship and community engagement, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Education Manager to lead the planning and execution of school field trips and other educational programs for the park.

Job Description:

As the Education Manager at Mill River Park Collaborative, you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing educational field trips, ensuring a safe, smooth, and enriching experience for students and teachers as well as community groups. This role involves collaboration with local schools, educators, and park staff to ensure a high-quality, impactful, and inclusive program delivery.

Responsibilities:

1. Logistics and Planning:

• Coordinate all logistical aspects of field trips, including scheduling, space allocation, supply maintenance, evaluations, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee the planning and execution of a toddler and caregiver-style series and other educational activities.

2. Community Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local schools, educators, and community organizations.
• Actively participate in community events to promote our programs as well as environmental and sustainability education initiatives.

3. Safety and Compliance:

• Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience for all participants.
• Stay informed about local and state educational standards and ensure compliance.

4. Team Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with park staff, educators, and Docents to enhance the educational programs and overall park experience.
• Work closely with the Director of Education and Sustainability and the Education Special Programs Coordinator to provide a strong, unified leadership to the Docent program.

5. Management:

• Oversee our high school and college age Docents during the summer and be the point person for them twice a week during the school year.
• Help hire, train, and manage seasonal educators.

6. Educational Program Development:

• Collaborate with local schools to understand curriculum requirements and needs and work to adapt current programs to meet those needs.
• Help refine our current field trip curriculum and develop new comprehensive educational programming.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, environmental science, or a related field.

• Proven experience in program coordination, preferably in an educational or experiential environmental setting.

• Strong proven organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to think outside of the box, adapt quickly, and maintain organization and a positive attitude in a changing and sometimes fast-paced environment.

• Familiarity with the local educational community is a plus.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends occasionally as needed.

• Bi-lingual or experience with special needs students is a plus.

• Valid driver's license

• Experience with group teambuilding or portable challenge initiatives and SEL is a plus

Any employment is contingent on passing a background check upon job offer.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@millriverpark.org. Please include "Education Manager Application - Mill River Park Collaborative" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Mill River Park Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression (including transgender) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Note: This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate your interest in contributing to the educational mission of Mill River Park Collaborative!

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