Teen Program Manager Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Teen Program Manager Louisiana Children’s Museum – 4.0 New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $40,000 a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Community engagement Management Customer service Classroom management Curriculum development Mid-level Microsoft Office Bachelor’s degree Classroom experience Lesson planning 2 years Communication skills Camp Full Job Description

TEEN PROGRAM PROJECT MANAGER

Character Education at

LCM Reports To:

Chief Learning Officer Department:

Education Status:

May 2025 – April 2028 (term of grant)

Classification:

Exempt EEO Code:

Service Workers Job Summary The Character Education Program Manager is an enthusiastic, high-energy staff member who exemplifies positive character traits and is responsible for developing and creating LCM’s capacity to deliver hands-on, place-based learning experiences for participants interns and educators in LCM’s Character Education program. The Program Manager will work to co-design curriculum, manage teen participants, recruit local role models for presentations and partnerships, create engaging activities for the teens, adhere to the program’s Logic Model, determine and implement all logistical components of the programming including but not limited to maintaining accurate records of attendance, and act as a liaison between the teens and the administrators of their school, religious organization, or non-profit and/or their parents and analysis and decision making regarding pivots and adjustments needed to attain a successful intern experience. The manager will also document experiences with teens in a manner that aligns with the Reggio Emilia Approach to Childhood Education and will provide periodic reports to LCM’s grant writer and Chief Learning Officer to meet grant reporting deadlines. The Character Education Program Manager will lead the development and execution of LCM’s Teen Character Education Program and will facilitate lessons to teens. Responsibilities and Duties Promote the culture and brand of LCM. Project a positive image of LCM to students, educators, employees, volunteers, & guests. Create a safe, welcoming, and enriching environment for all learners. Facilitate character education lessons, presentations, and experiences for teens. Exercise classroom management skills to support attentive on-task learning. Communicate with LCM staff about gallery needs and capacity building opportunities. Collaborate with LCM’s Community Engagement Director progress and needs of teens and recruiting role models from the community. Analyze and decision making around all logistics and changes needed to attain a successful teen experience. Meet regularly with LCM’s Community Engagement Director and Chief Learning Officer to update on teen programming. Provide guidance, mentorship, accountability and performance evaluations for teens in the program. Meet bi-weekly with the Education Team with program updates and to solicit advice and share suggestions. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree At least 3 years in an education setting as a teacher, assistant teacher, or a camp counselor. At least 2 years of group/classroom management experience. At least 2 years of experience working with teens aged 13-18 years old. Experience developing lesson plans or curriculum and facilitating dynamic group exercises. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills. Proficient in MS Office 365 Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach to childhood education. Knowledge of and experience with civics education and/or character education programs. At least 2 years of management experience. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of standing and walking around indoor and outdoor exhibit galleries. Must be able to deliver on-site programs and operate museum exhibits. Must be able set up and break down program materials. Includes carrying/maneuvering items up to 50 pounds.