Manager of Professional Programs, National Constitution Center

Posted by National Constitution Center on January 24, 2023

he National Constitution Center is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization devoted to teaching about the Constitution. Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, steps from where the Constitution was drafted and signed, it serves as America’s leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling its congressional charter “to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a nonpartisan basis in order to increase awareness and understanding of the Constitution among the American people.”

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager of Professional Programs will work as part of the education team to support both teachers and students via constitutional education. The manager will particularly contribute to the Center’s educator professional development program, including, but not limited to: communicating with participating teachers, facilitating professional development sessions with educators nationwide, and collaborating on best practices for the continued development of professional learning programs. This position will support the Center’s professional learning community of educators from both the teacher advisory board and council, as well as the new Constitutional Fellows program, by working with the Director of Education to continuously evaluate the corresponding educational systems created and maintained by the Center.

The manager will assist with the delivery and continuing development of the Center’s professional development offerings. This includes leading tours, presenting materials to educators in a variety of formats, and communicating with participants through all stages of engagement. The manager will also attend education and civics conferences nationwide to share information about the Center’s educational materials and programs. This position will work collaboratively with other members of the education department to develop interactive and relevant educational programming that aligns with the Center’s goals, and with educational best practices within the field for both student and adult learners.

The workweek for this position is currently Monday – Friday; however scheduled work hours will be adjusted at times according to the needs the department and museum. Participation in certain special events, evenings, weekends, and holidays will occasionally be necessary.

This position is open to remote work, though a hybrid applicant who can devote some time to onsite work in Philadelphia is preferred.

Learn more and apply here.