Job Listing: Education Director (Stratford Hall Historic Preserve)

Job Post: Education Director

Title: Education Director

Reports to: Vice President, Site Operations & Visitor Engagement

Stratford Hall Historic Preserve, a National Historic Landmark and one of America’s most significant historic sites, seeks a dynamic and experienced Education Director to lead our educational initiatives. This full-time position, reporting to the Vice President, Site Operations & Visitor Engagement, is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and coordination of a broad range of educational programs, including K-12 school field trips, public programs, paleontology programs, and tours. The Education Director will also manage volunteer and internship programs and collaborate across departments to advance Stratford Hall’s mission and engage a wide audience.

Key Responsibilities:

Educational Program Development:

· Develop, implement, expand, and promote K-12 field trip programs and educational outreach initiatives.

· Lead, manage, and expand paleontology program offerings, like fossil tours and lectures.

· Develop, support, and grow public programs like lectures, special tours, and family days, collaborating with colleagues across departments.

· Manage and expand sitewide volunteer and internship Programs, coordinating placements sitewide and ensuring an enriching experience for participants.

Interpretation & Tours:

· Coordinate, lead and manage audio tours of the historic area and special group tours, under the guidance of Research and Collections to ensure engaging, accurate, educational experiences for all visitors.

· Manage historic area staffing to enhance visitor experience and support programs and tours.

Public Event Coordination:

· Partner with Business Operations department to enhance festival programming, diversifying program offerings and expanding audience and earned revenue

· Support festival planning, logistics, and staffing.

Collaboration and Community Engagement:

· Build relationships with K12 organizations, Stratford descendants, historical and naturalist societies, community organizations, and local stakeholders to create and promote programming, driving increased visitation.

· Coordinate and represent Stratford Hall in community outreach events regionally.

Who You Are:

We are looking for a passionate, energetic museum educator who is eager to give voice to Stratford’s people, places, and past—developing engaging programs that draw increased numbers of visitors. The ideal candidate will bring:

· A deep commitment to public history, community engagement, and education.

· 5 years+ experience in museum education or public history, with experience in K-12 programming, volunteer management, and public engagement.

· Strong background in planning, implementing, and scaling public programs/events, with proven ability to grow visitation/program participation.

· Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate a team, including recruiting, training, and supporting staff, volunteers, and interns.

· Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners. Comfort and enthusiasm for working with diverse audiences, colleagues, and community stakeholders.

· Highly developed problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including regular evenings, weekends, and holidays, with availability for key events such as festivals and board meetings.

· Strong dedication to Stratford Hall’s mission and strategic goals, ensuring the alignment of educational programs with the preserve's historical significance.

Who We Are:

Stratford Hall is a National Historic Landmark located in Westmoreland County, VA, nestled along the Potomac River. A publicly accessible museum and historic site for over ninety years and home to the only two brothers to have signed the Declaration of Independence, Stratford Hall will leverage the upcoming 250th Anniversary of our nation to reintroduce our broad and diverse stories to our communities and stakeholders. A model of historic preservation and land conservation, Stratford Hall contributes actively to the Northern Neck community and encourages applications from strategic thinkers committed to joining this collaborative and dynamic leadership team as we implement transformative strategic and campus master plans for the 1,800-acre historic preserve.

What We Offer:

Stratford Hall offers a generous benefits package and pays competitive salary for the non-profit sector. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative culture among our staff, which we believe is critical to advancing our mission. Prospects interested in helping to ensure Stratford Hall remains relevant for future generations and in making a difference at our historic site, in our field, and to our community are encouraged to apply. For more information about our organization please visit www.stratfordhall.org

How To Apply:

Please send a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to the attention of Karen L Daly at presidentsoffice@stratfordhall.org with “Education Director” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 19 and the position will remain open until filled.

The organization does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.