Department: Education

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Teacher and Student Programs

FLSA STATUS: Full Time

BACKGROUND

The 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 Professional Learning Specialist will work as part of the Education team to support both teacher and student civic learning. This position will assist with the delivery and continuous development of the Center’s professional development offerings, taking into consideration best practices in adult learning theory, professional learning models, and current pedagogical methods. The Professional Learning Specialist will present sessions to educators and coordinate logistical efforts for all professional learning endeavors. The specialist will also attend and present at education and civics conferences nationwide to share information about the Center’s educational materials and programs.

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

This position is open to candidates nationwide who can work remotely but attend large scale professional learning events at the Center in Philadelphia, PA when necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with the Education Team to deliver professional learning to educators nationwide, including coordinating logistics of the program, and leading sessions.
Travel to national and regional conferences nationwide to present the Center’s educational resources.
Support the Education Team’s summer programs by engaging in off-site professional learning opportunities with partner organizations.
Collaborate with members of the Education Team to coordinate efforts across professional learning and teacher network-based projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Please note that the Center may change specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Please note that this job entails heavy travel and will involve coordinating and delivering professional learning in cities and towns across the continental United States, and potentially in US territories.
Please note that the Center may change specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
May be required to work in a kneeling, stooping, bending, or prone position for a prolonged period of time on an infrequent basis.
Some moderate lifting, forty (40) pounds or less, may be required on an infrequent basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required in education, history, political science, government, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
5+ years of classroom experience and/or in designing and delivering professional learning.
Understanding of adult learning practices and overall educational concepts.
Engaging public speaker, as well as excellent writing and communication skills.
Ability to work weekends, evening hours, or holidays as needed and assigned.
Travel to professional education workshops and conferences, both regional and national, to present the Center’s educational resources./li>

TO APPLY

Starting Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 based on qualifications

Please note, only applications submitted with a resume and cover letter will be considered.

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