Learning Coordinator

Learning Coordinator

Summary

Plans, implements and manages Key Stage 1-4 education projects/activities for local schools visiting the de Havilland Aircraft Museum. Establishes learning support goals and objectives. Leads our education support volunteers. Is the primary point of contact and liaison with local schools on education matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serves as principal point of liaison for existing education/community outreach projects. These include, but are not limited to, school and youth group activities/visits to the Museum, school visits/presentations by Museum volunteers, Duke of Edinburgh, Year 12 Work Experience and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) outreach activities.
2. Develops and implements objectives as well as short- and long-range planning for education/community outreach activities to include existing programs and new opportunities.
3. Coordinates activities of support staff, consultants, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of program objectives.
4. Oversees the development and production of education content and outreach materials (brochures, pamphlets, PowerPoint presentations) for distribution on the website, in workshops, and at events.
5. Represents the organization at various community and/or business meetings; promotes new and existing programs.
6. Monitors and administers program/project revenues and expenses; may develop or participate in the development of funding proposals for the program.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Desired

• Ability to manage and facilitate education/community outreach activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to gather data, analyse information, and prepare reports.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Program planning and implementation skills.
• Knowledge of communication principles, media, and marketing techniques.
• Strategic planning and advanced leadership skills.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.
• Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources.
• Ability to supervise and train employees including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments; evaluating performance; and mentoring and coaching employees to achieve maximum productivity.