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Education Program Manager

EcoRise

Education Program Manager

New York, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    EcoRise inspires a new generation of leaders to design a sustainable future for all. Our school-based program empowers more than 85,000 youth each year to tackle real-world challenges in their schools and communities by teaching eco-literacy, design, and social innovation. If you are dynamic, self-driven, and ready to be part of something meaningful, we invite you to contribute your skills, ideas, and voice to our team.

    Position Overview

    As EcoRise expands its programs across the United States we seek a professional to grow our Sustainable Intelligence Program in the Northeast, with a focus on New York City, New Jersey, and the Boston Metro area. The Program Manager will be responsible for teacher outreach, engagement, customized support, leading edge professional development, program evaluation, and fostering community relationships. The Program Manager must live in or in close proximity to the New York City metro area.

    Primary Responsibilities

    Teacher Outreach and Engagement: Recruit K-12 teachers to participate in the Sustainable Intelligence Program.

    Teacher Training and Support: Provide leading-edge professional development through customized, face-to-face trainings. Connect with teachers via email, phone, and in-person visits to support the implementation of EcoRise lessons and resources.

    Award Student Innovation Funds: Support teachers in applying for Eco-Audit Grants, both virtually and in-person. Review applications, provide feedback, and fund student-designed sustainability projects.

    Host Student Innovation Showcase: Organize and host regional Student Innovation Showcases where student teams present their work to their peers, community partners, and green professionals.

    Engage Local Community Partners: Participate in and support community events relating to environmental education and sustainability to strengthen partnerships that increase the efficacy and impact of our collective mission.

    Evaluate Program Impact: Monitor, measure, and evaluate program impact using pre- and post- surveys, focus groups, classroom visits, and rubrics for student projects.

    Skills and Qualifications

    Required

    3+ years K-12 teaching experience in a core content area or CTE classroom

    Experience designing and facilitating teacher professional development

    Fluency with Next Generation Science Standards and/or Common Core Standards

    Willingness to travel approximately 3-5 days per month, and work occasional nights and weekends

    Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

    Self-driven personality with effective project management skills; attentive to details with keen aptitude for organization

    Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps

    Preferred

    Experience implementing Project-Based Learning, STEM, and/or sustainability education

    Proficiency with Salesforce and Canvas Learning Management System

    Timeline and Benefits

    Full time position with excellent benefits and flexible work schedule to begin mid-September 2019. Salary range is $55,000 - $65,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

    EcoRise is committed to building a culturally diverse team and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color.