Assistant Educator Adult Programs

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts • Indianapolis, IN

81d • $50,000 - $52,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves developing, coordinating, and implementing adult programs that extend Newfields’ exhibitions, collections, and campus experiences. The Assistant Educator will translate curatorial research and exhibition themes into accessible program formats to strengthen adult engagement. Responsibilities include managing program timelines, production needs, cross-departmental coordination, supporting guest speakers, preparing program materials and marketing copy, tracking data for evaluation, contributing to learning innovation initiatives, and assisting with administrative tasks such as drafting contracts and budget tracking.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of public program practices, adult learning, and art history.
• Demonstrated ability to support programs through their full life cycle, from concepting through completion.
• Exceptional judgment, time management, and discretion.
• Ability to navigate both museum and garden/park environments.
• Clear, effective communication with artists, curators, colleagues, and adult audiences.
• Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equitable museum practices.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Master’s degree in Museum Education, Art History, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience developing learning experiences for adults in a museum setting.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) preferred.
• Experience with performance, film, or artist-centered programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement adult programs that extend Newfields’ exhibitions, collections, and campus experiences.
• Translate curatorial research, exhibition themes, and institutional priorities into accessible program formats that strengthen adult engagement.
• Manage program timelines, production needs, and cross-departmental coordination with AV, Operations, Garden and Park, Facilities, Curatorial, and other Newfields teams.
• Support artists, performers, curators, and guest speakers while helping ensure smooth program execution.
• Prepare program materials, interpretive resources, marketing copy, and related communications that support audience understanding and engagement.
• Track attendance, audience feedback, and engagement data for evaluation, reporting, and program improvement.
• Contribute to Learning Innovation initiatives, including interpretive resource development, collaborative programs, and audience research.
• Draft contracts, travel requests, and purchasing requisitions in alignment with Newfields policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget tracking, documentation, and program records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level