Manager of K–12 Learning & School Programs

El Museo del Barrio • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

El Museo del Barrio seeks an experienced museum educator to serve as Manager of K–12 Learning & School Programs. This role will lead the development, implementation, and growth of school-based learning initiatives that connect K–12 students and educators to the El Museo del Barrio’s exhibitions, collections, and mission. The Manager of K–12 Learning & School Programs will lead the development of a school program portfolio that connects students and educators to the Museum’s exhibitions and collections through culturally rooted learning and critical inquiry. This position combines strategic thinking with hands-on program leadership and requires a collaborative educator capable of building strong relationships with teachers, schools, and community partners while developing innovative learning experiences grounded in Latinx and Latin American artistic and cultural contexts.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Education, Museum Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in museum education, K–12 teaching, or a related learning environment.
• Prior classroom teaching experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing culturally responsive learning programs for diverse student audiences.
• Experience developing curriculum or educator-facing resources in arts or humanities contexts.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on program delivery.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally grounded pedagogical practice.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Latinx, Latin American, Caribbean, or diasporic cultural contexts is preferred.
• Spanish/English bilingual skills highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of a year-round calendar of public programs that align with exhibitions, institutional priorities, and cultural context.
• Develop program formats that foster artistic exchange, public discourse, and community engagement.
• Identify opportunities for convenings, interdisciplinary initiatives, and partnerships that position the Museum as a site of cultural dialogue and learning.
• Shape flagship festivals as anchor programs that deepen audience engagement and extend the Museum’s cultural and educational impact.
• Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of K–12 learning initiatives aligned with exhibitions, collections, and institutional priorities.
• Develop, manage, and grow school program offerings including guided visits, art-making workshops, educator professional development, and off-site school partnerships.
• Contribute to the Museum’s broader pedagogical vision by co-creating curriculum resources, interpretive frameworks, and teaching methodologies.
• Build and sustain relationships with local schools, educators, and district partners to strengthen El Museo’s presence as a trusted learning resource.
• Represent the Museum in professional learning networks, educational convenings, and field-based collaborations at local and national levels.
• Develop and facilitate educator professional development experiences that center culturally responsive pedagogy and interdisciplinary inquiry.
• Support compliance and recordkeeping for educator programs offering Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credit, including participant tracking and certificate documentation.
• Lead and contribute to the development of exhibition-based curriculum and interpretive resources, supporting projects from concept through writing, collaboration, and production.
• Write and edit high-quality educator-facing materials—such as lesson plans, guides, and teaching texts—that translate exhibitions and collections into meaningful classroom experiences.
• Collaborate across curatorial, education, and public programs teams to shape how exhibitions are interpreted for K–12 audiences.
• Contribute to the development of teaching frameworks and interpretive approaches that reflect the Museum’s mission and culturally rooted learning practices.
• Oversee the coordination and delivery of school programs, ensuring high-quality experiences.
• Supervise staff, supporting professional growth, consistency of practice, and strong program delivery.
• Manage program logistics including scheduling systems, program planning timelines, and resource allocation.
• Maintain accurate and consistent program records, including attendance, partner engagement, and program documentation, to support evaluation, reporting, and long-term planning.
• Contribute to reporting, assessment, and grant-related documentation, using program data to inform decision-making and program improvement.

What This Job Offers

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