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Educational Programs Manager
The Island School
North Eleuthera, The Bahamas
Posted on Mar 28, 2026
The Cape Eleuthera Island School (CEIS), a not-for-profit organisation based in The Bahamas, was founded to create and support transformational educational experiences on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas.
The diverse CEIS educational initiatives, which include our semester program (The Island School – www.islandschool.org), our middle school (Deep Creek Middle School – www.dcmsbahamas.org), and our outreach (CEIS Outreach – www.islandschooloutreach.org), deliver unique educational journeys that rely on the authentic and meaningful work our organisation undertakes in marine conservation science (Cape Eleuthera Institute – www.ceibahamas.org) and sustainable design and engineering (Center for Sustainable Development – www.csdbahamas.org).
Our educators, scientists, engineers and students live and work shoulder-to-shoulder on a 28 acre campus powered by renewable energy and live the philosophy that students should be generators of knowledge, not just consumers of knowledge. There is no such thing as an academic exercise, as all the work undertaken has real-world value outside of the educational experience.
We are an ecosystem of education-based programs operating at the forefront of educational reform and experiential learning and aligned around a common mission of Leadership Effecting Change. We are re-imagining what education is for, and redesigning how education is delivered.
Job Summary
The Cape Eleuthera Island School is seeking a dynamic and energetic educator to act as assistant to the Educational Programs (EP) Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Act as delegate to EP Director and perform necessary tasks as proxy when Director is absent
- Oversee the completion of program coordinator’s program checklists (pre and post)
- Act as adviser for EP staff on logistics of program coordination
- Act as point of contact between EP Director and staff and step in for Director when absent
- Assist with strategic hiring, and supervise training and mentoring of all EP staff
- Assist with risk management oversight of EP activities
- Schedule staff meetings and conduct regular check-ins with program coordinators, supervisor, RTs, and interns
- Assign lead coordinators to booked programs
- Plan weekly meetings on rotation schedule of lead coordinators and staff
- Execute performance reviews for supervised staff
- Attend weekly update meetings with EP Director
- Design, create and maintain program curriculum and resources to continue enhancing the Educational Programs short courses
- Continue to carry out daily program coordinator roles and responsibilities.
- Commitment to the wider mission and values of The Cape Eleuthera Island School
Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Skills and Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
- Degree in outdoor education, expeditions, marine biology, biology, environmental science, or a related field
Experience
- A minimum of 2 years experience leading outdoor programs for Educational Programs
- Experience with administration and risk management for outdoor activities
- Experience mentoring young professionals
Business Acumen
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to adhere to a structured schedule and maintain an organized work environment
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Ability to effectively communicate with parents and clients via email and phone calls
- Adaptability to last-minute schedule changes
- Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and reviews
- Effective at verbal communication at all levels
- Detail-oriented and able to juggle multiple projects at once
Computer Skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Google Drive, and PowerPoint tools
Adaptability
- Able to survive and thrive in a small, tight-knit, green, sustainable campus community, located in a remote part of The Bahamas with a “can-do” attitude to address challenges and opportunities of such a place.
- Commitment to the wider mission and values of The Cape Eleuthera Island School
Preferred Certifications/Abilities
- First Aid - Wilderness First Responder or better
- SCUBA - Preferably a Dive-master or Instructor
- Swimming - Demonstrated snorkeling and swimming ability. Lifeguard or swimming instruction experience or qualifications preferred
- RYA Safety Boating Certification
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Housing Accommodations
- On-campus meals
- Medical insurance
- 15 days of paid vacation per year
- Eligibility for matching retirement plan after two years of service
- Professional development opportunities
Schedule
This is a full-time position with an annual review, and the potential for extension depending on circumstances. The Cape Eleuthera Island School and its related entities operate year round and working hours vary depending on needs but are typically Monday-Friday (40 hours/week), however, evening and weekend work will be required. Special events will require periods of time outside of normal working hours when staff must be on site for extended periods. Given the degree to which this position specifically supports the successful operation of Educational Program curriculum, the successful candidate should expect, and desire to work a variable and mission driven schedule.
Application
Applicants should submit electronically in PDF format to our BambooHR portal at: https://ceis.bamboohr.com/jobs/
- Letter of application that states career interests, why you would like to work for the Cape Eleuthera Island School and your relevant experience and qualifications for the position.
- Current resume.
We are collecting applications until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is 1st February 2020. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Bahamians. We are a Bahamian equal opportunity employer.