Education Manager

Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in Education Program, Education Department, Museum Learning & Programs. National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI), The Museum and Learning Programs Join the Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums, 14 education and research centers, and the National Zoo, in inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery.Major Duties: As the Education Manager you will: Provide leadership and direction in the overall planning, development, and implementation of all Native Knowledge 360? initiatives, programs, and activities for the museum. (Native Knowledge 360? is a national education initiative which provides educators and students with critically needed perspectives on Native American history and cultures through the creation of educational resources and educator professional development programs.) Oversee the creation of education products. Research, develop and/or oversee the publication of Native Knowledge 360? content. Conduct original research, as necessary, and direct education staff and contractors in product development and evaluation. Represent the museum in meetings with local and regional educators and at national meetings of museums and other educators. Lead and participate in workshops, seminars, lectures and other meetings devoted to exploring or encouraging the practice of museum education and the teaching and presentation of Native American culture. Directly supervises education staff. Regularly evaluates performance, conducts formal and informal evaluations of all staff, assesses training needs, and makes recommendations for further staff development.