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About the position
As a Museum Educator at the Children's Museum of Manhattan, you will facilitate a variety of educational programs both at the Museum and in community settings. Your role will involve implementing multi-session classes that include exhibit exploration and interdisciplinary art experiences, fostering a trusting relationship with families, and collaborating with various community partners to meet the specific needs of participants. You will also be responsible for writing curriculum and creating engaging arts, science, and storytelling experiences that empower students in their learning journey.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate age-appropriate, dynamic semester-long curricula for early childhood classes (ages 2-5).
- Support and facilitate arts-integrated workshops for students (ages 2-12) and their caregivers in community settings.
- Conduct guided group visits for school and summer camp programs in Museum exhibits.
- Collaborate with fellow educators and departmental leadership in program delivery.
- Maintain program spaces, manage supply orders, and prepare materials for implementation.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience in program facilitation for children ages birth-12, teachers, and families.
- Lesson planning experience.
- Understanding of inquiry and art-integrated teaching and learning.
- Undergraduate degree in Arts Education, Early Childhood Education, Museum Learning, Special Education, Child Development, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience integrating age-appropriate visual art, STEAM, music, dance, theater, and/or social studies into teaching practice.
- Proficiency with inquiry, object observation, and dynamic storytelling.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Fluency in Spanish or another language in addition to English.
- Experience writing curriculum.
- Experience collaborating with libraries, schools, family shelters, and other community partners.
- Background work or studies related to early childhood development, psychology, or social work.
- Experience working with a diverse group of learners, including children who have special needs.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling based on program needs.
- Professional development opportunities.
