TITLE: Education Coordinator
DIVISION: External Relations
REPORTS TO: Education Manager
LOCATION: Lewistown, MT
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
GROUP: Temporary (3 Year Term)
HOURS: Full averaging 40 hours per week
BENEFITS:
401K with up to 3% employer match
Medical Insurance with optional Flexible Savings or Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Account
Short-term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, Critical Illness, & Accident Insurance
Work Role Provisions
Field Lodging Perks
Corporate Discounts
Flexible Work Schedules
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee. Employees are expected to be responsible for and assist with additional tasks and duties as needed. Job descriptions may change to meet the business needs of the organization.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Education Coordinator plays a critical support role to the Education Manager in the planning, coordination, and delivery of American Prairie’s signature education programs including the American Prairie Field School and children’s programming at the National Discovery Center. This position focuses on administrative tasks, curriculum and program support, logistics coordination, and evaluation of program effectiveness. This role ensures smooth day-to-day operations by collaborating with educators, researchers, American Prairie staff, and other partners to maintain an exceptional learning experience that supports American Prairie’s mission and initiatives to increase
knowledge and awareness of the unique grassland ecosystem and environmental conservation.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
- Coordinate, assist with planning, day to day logistics and administration (including food and lodging), facilitation, and evaluation of programs for educational groups (both daytime and overnight) at Antelope Creek “Field Campus.”
- Assist the Yellowstone Forever Lead Instructor and Program Director in supervising day-to-day activities of seasonal Yellowstone Forever instructors; keeping the Education Manager up to date on activities and escalating issues as needed.
- Assist with delivering children’s educational programming at the National Discovery Center.
- Act as liaison for researchers and teachers from the Smithsonian, Aaniih and Nakoda tribes, American Prairie staff, and other stakeholders.
- Assist the Education Manager with developing American Prairie-specific curriculum blocks with American Prairie staff and collaborators.
- Coordinate and assist with the annual review of the American Prairie curriculum written by Yellowstone Forever and/or other education contractors and update as needed.
- Collaborate with education partners like Yellowstone Forever Institute to deliver educational programming to Montana schools each year.
- Assist the Education manager in recruiting schools and teachers to participate in overnight programming.
- Assists the Education Manager with recruitment and implementation of the annual teacher workshop.
- Provide feedback and updates on the progress of programs to the Education Manager.
- Assist with other community outreach support as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Enthusiasm for and positive representation of American Prairie’s mission, values, goals, and culture.
- Highly skilled and experienced in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and organizing.
- Ability to work independently.
- Highly adaptable and skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Ability to work with children from diverse backgrounds and create an inclusive environment where all children feel welcome.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Proficient with current technology devices and software including cloud-based software.
- Able to work a variable schedule, including weekends, evenings, and overnights.
- Ability to travel to the Field and throughout Montana.
- Valid Driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and ability to drive.
- Wilderness First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
- Natural science or education undergraduate degree preferred.
- Ability to carry 50 lbs and work in adverse weather.
Preferred
- Outdoor education experience delivering interpretive programming in a natural science setting.
- Outdoor leadership experience or traveling school experience.
- Previous experience working with children in a professional setting (e.g. teacher, daycare worker, camp counselor).
- Experience in planning and facilitating age-appropriate activities and learning programs.
- Familiarity with child safeguarding and protection policies, and commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children in American Prairie’s programs.
- Certified interpretive guide (CIG) certification.
- Bachelor's degree in natural science, education, or related field.