Education Specialist

The National Aquarium

Established in 1981, the National Aquarium in Baltimore, Maryland, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. The Aquarium’s award-winning habitats are home to thousands of animals representing hundreds of species of fish, birds, amphibians, reptiles and mammals. We are proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and exceed industry standards in all aspects of animal care and welfare.

Job Title:

Education Specialist

Posting Date:
March 2026

Job Department:
Conservation Education

Schedule:

Full Time

Job Type: On‑site

Location:

National Aquarium Pier 3, 501 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202

JOB SUMMARY:

The National Aquarium is seeking an Education Specialist to help develop a curriculum for new and existing programs and teach a variety of education programs to students in a variety of settings for different programs. This individual will report to the Manager of Education Programs as part of the Conservation Education team. The individual may serve school groups, students, volunteers, teachers, and home‑school students inside the Aquarium, at schools in the region, and at sites in the field.

This individual develops and presents teacher training and teacher orientations. The Education Specialist will advance the objectives of all Conservation Education programs and will work collaboratively to deliver engaging, exceptional experiences to support or create hopeful conservationists.

The Education Specialist is responsible for the organization, maintenance and storage of education materials. This individual develops new programs/resources and updates existing programs/resources. Secondary duties include departmental activities such as outreach education programs, cultural events, fairs/festivals, youth programs, volunteer training, and special evening events.

• Plans, develops and delivers on‑site and off‑site youth education programming, including field study trips.
• Researches and identifies opportunities to streamline or improve existing programs in alignment with department goals.
• Works effectively as a member of a team and with a wide range of audiences and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Creates, writes and edits materials to support youth education programs.
• Oversees progress toward specific program goals as set by VP, Conservation Education and/or Manager of Education Programs.
• Maintains and updates information files relating to process documentation, surveys, activities and programs.
• Participates as needed in any other education program activities, such as camps.
• Trains other staff and volunteers to deliver youth education programs.
• Supervises and oversees staff or volunteers who are assisting during programs and field study trips.
• Supports additional department activities such as outreach education programs, cultural events, fairs/festivals, youth programs, volunteer training, and special evening events.
• In partnership with Senior Education Specialist, tracks expenses for program and assists with budgets and reports as necessary to ensure fiscal management of the overall program and grant management.
• Collaborates with Manager, Education Programs and Senior Education Specialist to provide Philanthropy support for any information requests for grant management.
• Supports company mission.
• Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, education, or related field or combination of experience and education required.
• Two‑years’ experience working with students is required, preferably in a non‑formal education setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• First Aid/CPR, wilderness first aid, canoe and kayak instruction and/or lifeguard certifications are desirable.
• Current Maryland driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Possess or is able to acquire a DOT License and able to safely operate an 8‑15 passenger van.
• Working knowledge of educational technology, social media, and digital learning formats.
• Highly proficient in…