Education & Engagement Program Coordinator

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager of Education and Engagement, the Program Coordinator will be an enthusiastic and experienced educator with a track record of both developing and implementing education programming. The preferred candidate will be a team player, capable of communicating and working effectively across partnerships and a diverse and growing staff. They will collaborate to identify programming and opportunities to advance the Lab’s goals while supporting local needs, and bring innovative ideas regarding local climate change education. 

The Program Coordinator will develop and implement education programming centered on coastal and climate resilience for the Boston area, while supporting a growing network of partners and educators in the region. They will support existing programs, while developing new programs or partnerships that enhance understanding of coastal climate issues and nature-based approaches, with a focus on identifying and fulfilling needs of local partners. 

This is a full-time position, requiring a flexible work schedule. The position is hybrid, with at least three days per week in the office, and attendance at in-person events. Occasional weekend or evening events, particularly in the summer months, are expected. We encourage candidates expecting to graduate in spring 2025 to apply. We recognize that experience can be gained in various ways: lived, professional, volunteer, and other experience.

Responsibilities include: 

• Partner with and support the Senior Program Manager on existing and developing education and outreach initiatives 
• Lead or co-lead existing education programming, including public pop-up events, youth field trips, classroom lessons, and more 
• Identify and develop programming opportunities supporting new and existing partnerships, including Boston Children’s Museum, National Parks of Boston, and others 
• Document, standardize, and distribute educational activities via the Stone Living Lab website 
• Provide program updates via the Stone Living Lab blog, presentations to Lab stakeholders, social media posts, etc. 
• Support a growing network of teachers via the Summer Teacher Institute 
• Innovate new programming activities centered on novel Stone Living Lab research activities 
• Assist the Managing Director and Senior Program Manager of Education and Engagement with internal administration, including: coordinating internal meetings, internal communications, and tracking program spending 

Qualifications and Experience 

• Experience leading educational programming for a wide variety of audience and ages, particularly environmental topics 
• Familiarity with state-based curriculum standards and lesson plan development 
• Experience working in collaboration with a wide variety of partners or stakeholders 
• Experience with and comfort in public speaking and communicating complex topics 
• Proficiency in Google Suite, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, and Calendar 
• Familiarity in planning public events and event platforms (e.g. Eventbrite), including outreach and promotion 
• Experience designing flyers, signage, social posts, etc. (e.g. Canva) preferred 
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred but not required. Other credentials, traditional and nontraditional, and experience considered and appreciated. 
• Fluency in another language(s) a plus

The Ideal Candidate: 

• Is highly organized and is able to prioritize multiple tasks and establish and meet deadlines 
• Is a flexible thinker and able to adapt plans as needed 
• Is a positive and enthusiastic collaborator 
• Pays attention to detail 
• Values creativity, innovation, and many world views 
• Believes in the mission of Boston Harbor Now