Museum Educator, Multigenerational Programs

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

About The Position

The Museum Educator, Multigenerational Programs, at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary (CBMO) leads the design and delivery of innovative, inclusive, and engaging programs for audiences of all ages, with a special emphasis on children from birth to age six and their families. This full-time role supports a growing portfolio of multigenerational and youth initiatives across both campuses and plays a key role in developing and sustaining collaborations with community partners. The Educator champions joyful learning, accessibility, and community connection through programs inspired by CBMO’s art, exhibitions, architecture, and natural surroundings. This role requires a deep understanding of early childhood development, a commitment to inclusive practices (including neurodiverse engagement), and the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners. Flexibility to work evenings, holidays, and weekends is essential.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, or related field preferred.
Excellent planning and organizational skills
An ability to teach a range of ages and create meaningful connections between the audience and art, nature, architecture and wellness.
Knowledge of the visual arts and museum pedagogy preferred; knowledge of or willingness to learn about nature and architecture desired.
Highest ethics as they relate to all aspects of museum practices and confidentiality
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding customer service skills
Ability to work independently, as well as within a team
Ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings and holidays as required
A good sense of humor and a calm demeanor under pressure
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Ability to use or willingness to learn museum applications including Asana, Canva, and camp/class registration software.
Two years’ experience in planning and presenting educational

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish language) is a plus

Responsibilities

Design and implement new and existing early childhood programming ensuring alignment with institutional goals and audience needs.
Serve as lead educator for youth programs and seasonal camps, with a focus on birth through 12 years, including curriculum development and classroom facilitation.
Support multigenerational events across both campuses such as Family Days, House Parties, exhibition openings, and other programs as assigned.
Partner with the Community Engagement team to co-develop programs with early childhood organizations and preschools.
Support accessibility initiatives, including sensory-friendly spaces and programming for neurodiverse children.
Contribute to the development of self-guided resources such as family guides and scavenger hunts.
Assist with school break programming and drop-in engagements.
Maintain accurate program documentation for planning, marketing, and evaluation purposes.
Participate in program evaluation and assessment in collaboration with the Manager of Youth & Family Programs.
Support the training and onboarding of seasonal educators and volunteers.
Contribute to reporting related to Multigenerational Programs and initiatives.
Assist with space activations and informal learning environments across both campuses.
Stay current on trends in early childhood education, museum learning, and inclusive practices.