[Michlib-l] Position Opening: Assistant Editor, Michigan History for Kids and Education Support Manager

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Position Opening: Assistant Editor, Michigan History for Kids and Education
Support Manager

 

The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM) seeks a qualified individual to
serve as Assistant Editor, Michigan History for Kids and Education Support
Manager. This full-time position is funded by a major two-year grant from
the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

 

The Assistant Editor, Michigan History for Kids and Education Support
Manager is part of a team implementing our recently funded grant "Expanding
the Story: Engaging Michigan's Urban, Minority, and Underserved
Communities."  This includes developing content for the re-launch of
Michigan History for Kids magazine; support for our flagship educational
program, Michigan History Day; efforts to increase diversity in our
publications and programs; development and distribution of curriculum; and
school outreach activities.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

Publications 

 

*	Serve as Assistant Editor of Michigan History for Kids. Write, edit
and recruit content which fits within the state's Grade Level Content
Expectations for Social Studies, the new C3 Framework, and features the rich
history of Michigan through a lens of racial equity.
*	Assist the editor with content, and other issues related to the
magazine.
*	Develop a test market with a system to track teacher feedback and
evaluation.
*	Assist with development and execution of our new website for
Michigan History for Kids 
*	Provide occasional content for the Society's other publications.
*	Work with HSM's Director of Communication to ensure all magazine,
curriculum and other content is consistent with other Society
communications, branding, style, etc.

 

Educational Programs 

 

*	As Education Support Manager provide support to the Education
Program Manager in administering Michigan History Day (National History Day
in Michigan)
*	Conduct appropriate outreach to educators and administrators in
school settings for both Michigan History for Kids and Michigan History Day.
*	Develop curriculum which complements Michigan History for Kids,
Michigan History Day and other educational outreach at HSM.
*	Assist in public outreach for HSM.

 

Website and Social Media  

 

*	Assist with development and execution of our new website for
Michigan History for Kids which includes digital delivery of the magazine
and age-appropriate interactive components for online use.
*	Assist in developing educational content for the HSM website.
*	Assist with social media as assigned.

 

Other

 

*	Assist at HSM events as requested.
*	Provide occasional editorial and educational support to HSM staff as
requested.
*	Other duties as assigned.

 

Reports to:  Director of Communications (for Michigan History for Kids) of
the Historical Society of Michigan.  Also works closely with the Education
Program Manager (Michigan History Day and education programs).

 

Salary:  $30,000-32,000.  Includes health insurance, retirement and vacation
benefits.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

*	Three to five years of professional experience as a K-8 educator.
*	Experience in developing curriculum for grades K-8. 
*	Excellent writing skills, especially for children aged 7-10.
*	Bachelor's degree in Education or in English, History or related
field with significant Education credentials and experience.
*	Ability and experience in public speaking.
*	Copy editing skills and experience using and working with style
guides.
*	Experience working with teachers and other educators.
*	Experience using e-learning software such as Adobe Captivate.
*	Experience with and interest in Michigan history and people of
color.
*	Experience with Microsoft Office 
*	Experience with Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign a plus.
*	Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills.
*	Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
*	Interest in or experience working with nonprofit organizations.

 

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.  We encourage applications from under-represented groups
as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations; women
and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.  To apply, please email a
cover letter and resume to  <mailto:resume at hsmichigan.org>
resume at hsmichigan.org.  The position will remain open until filled. 

The Historical Society of Michigan is a nongovernmental nonprofit that is
the state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial
governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Rowe Schoolcraft. For more
information, visit  <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org.

Historical Society of Michigan
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Lansing, MI 48911
Phone:  <tel:%28517%29%20324-1828> (517) 324-1828
Fax:  <tel:%28517%29%20324-4370> (517) 324-4370
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