Education Programs Coordinator

Are you passionate about history, nature and education? Join the vibrant team at Magnolia Plantations & Gardens, a beloved destination known for its enchanting beauty and rich heritage! We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Education Programs Coordinator to help us bring learning to life, outside of the classroom, in the most fun and captivating ways. You’ll be the conductor of our Nature Train, guiding school students through our breathtaking property with a mix of excitement and wonder. Lace up those boots because you’ll be leading exhilarating walking tours, exploring every nook and cranny of our botanical paradise. But that’s not all - we’re all about hands-on learning here at Magnolia! Gather samples, craft one-of-a-kind activities, and harness the unique materials found only at Magnolia to create unforgettable educational experiences. 

What you will be doing:

• Be the dynamic force behind every facet of our engaging programs, from planning thrilling educational adventures to managing team members and volunteers and ensuring our classrooms are stocked and ready for unforgettable experiences
• Lead the charge in program development by ensuring our offerings remain innovative and pertinent to contemporary environmental and historical concerns, particularly those affecting our region, integrating data from ongoing research into lessons, and ensuring alignment with the standards set by the SC Department of Education
• Continuously evaluate program success, adapt as necessary, and introduce new offerings to meet audience demands while upholding our three pillars - History, Horticulture & Nature - ensuring our educational experiences remain vibrant and relevant 
• Actively contribute to the overall marketing of programs, reaching new and diverse audiences to ensure our educational experiences resonate far and wide
• Stay at the forefront of professional development by attending educational workshops, staying current with relevant literature and building professional networks to enhance expertise and effectiveness 
• Collaborate seamlessly with all departments, fostering cohesion and synergy to ensure a unified approach 
• Represent a team-player spirit when assigned other duties and projects as required

Requirements

Who you are:

• You are wildly passionate about animals and educating the public with 1-2 years of related experience 
• You’ve earned a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as Education, Biology, History, Horticulture or Ecology 
• You’ve got a strong knowledge of the natural history of the southeastern USA. You have the ability to interpret the unique historical and environmental characteristics found in our region. 
• You are comfortable connecting with a wide variety of people, and do so by flexing your presentation style to meet the unique needs and backgrounds of the people you’re with
• You’re tech savvy, and utilize technology to not just streamline and automate the process, but to collect data to support decisions regarding program development
• You have the ability to work with minimal supervision and function independently on a daily basis
• As Magnolia is a tourist attraction, this position may require long-days and/or work on the weekends as needed. We’re mindful that in order for you to be the most effective in your role, it’s important that you balance that work with time to rest, so we offer generous PTO and other benefits to support you

Benefits

We are proud to offer a competitive salary starting at $40,000 annually, in line with industry standards.

Employee Benefits

• Magnolia realizes the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offers a generous amount of PTO, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Happy Birthday.. off! If you are scheduled to work on your special day, you can request 8 hours of pay
• Magnolia contributes 80% of medical premiums for employee-only coverage and 40% to all other levels of coverage
• No cost $10,000 life & accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• 401K retirement plan matching at 4%
• If enrolled in our medical plan, access to covered MinuteClinic® and Teledoc® services are offered to you free or at a lower cost. Covered medical participants can also enjoy Peerfit (helps you stay active with monthly credits that can be redeemed for group fitness classes), Wellness tools (health assessment and online programs to help you meet your goals), Discount program (helps you save on health products and services), 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (helps in all aspects of life, from emotional well-being, legal and financial help), behavioral telehealth/virtual providers and services, no-cost diabetic meters and enhanced maternity program. Plan participants are also offered free, online will preparation with claimant support services and emergency travel assistance

Employee Discounts

• Experience our history, horticulture and nature with your loved ones! Employees can host their immediate family members (on non-scheduled working days) to Magnolia! This includes free admission to the gardens and to all tours. If immediate family members visit during an employee's scheduled working day, eligible family members are welcome to visit the gardens with free admission. Please contact the Welcome Center for more information.
• Save 50% on all on-site venue rentals (includes standard fees), 40% off at our charming Gift Shop and meal discounts at our impeccable Peacock Cafe!
• Employees and their immediate family members can join Community Events for free!
• Enjoy discounted pricing for Magnolia's prime Special Events
• Earn your Reciprocal Admission Pass after your first 90 days! This gold pass allows you and one guest free admittance to over 40 participating attractions such as: SC Aquarium, SpiritLine Cruises, Charleston County Parks, Children's Museum of the Lowcountry and many more!
• Team Members are provided company branded uniform items at no cost!

Training & Development

• No-cost continuing education training for current licenses that benefit both you and MPC
• Limitless internal training and development opportunities!

Additional Perks

• It really pays! Referral bonus for an employee's referral that is hired and completes three months of service. $500 for full-time hires and $250 for part-time hires.
• Accept your own stainless steel Magnolia logoed bottle, perfect for preserving our environment and keeping your drinks hot or cold (up to 24 hours)
• 6mi of Biking and Walking Trails for you to use