Education Programs Manager

About the role

Sankofa Community Development Corporation engages in community-driven planning and implementation of systems that support the creation of a local environment with positive health outcomes for all. Through our infrastructure projects and community programs, we promote equitable access to resources to collectively build healthier communities for present and future generations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of Sankofa CDC’s STEM and environmental education programs with place-based learning experiences.
• Oversee K–12 field trips, workshops, and hands-on learning activities focused on environmental science, sustainability, food systems, and community health.
• Ensure programs are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with Sankofa CDC’s mission and community needs.
• Create lesson plans, activities, and supplemental educational resources for use across Sankofa programs.
• Maintain organized records and program documentation.
• Support program evaluation, data collection efforts, and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, environmental science, public health, or a related field (required).
• Experience developing and implementing education or youth programs, preferably in nonprofit or community-based settings.
• Strong background in STEM education, environmental education, or place-based learning.
• Experience working with K–12 students and educators.
• Knowledge of Louisiana State Standards and/or NGSS preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, timelines, and partnerships.
• Comfort working in outdoor, community-based, and hands-on learning environments.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Experience in STEM education, environmental education, or place-based learning.
• Preferred: Knowledge of Louisiana State Standards and/or NGSS.

Skills

• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, timelines, and partnerships.
• Comfort working in outdoor, community-based, and hands-on learning environments.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

• Monday to Friday

Schedule

• Weekends as needed