Museum Teaching Specialist

HILLWOOD MUSEUM • Washington, DC

9d • $0 - $20 • Hybrid

About The Position

Hillwood is seeking a Museum Teaching Specialist to join our Interpretation team as a lead instructor for school and Girl Scout programs. This regular part-time role offers up to 24 hours per week with a consistent weekday and weekend schedule that combines educational excellence with professional growth opportunities. As the Museum Teaching Specialist, you will serve as the primary instructor for youth educational programming and support the coordination of program logistics.

Requirements

• Experience teaching or working with K–12 students in formal or informal educational settings
• A warm, engaging teaching presence that inspires young learners
• Strong organizational and logistical coordination skills
• A collaborative work style and comfort partnering across departments
• Excellent verbal communication and creative problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to creating welcoming experiences for diverse youth audiences
• Availability to work weekday mornings, Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Availability to work several weekend days per month, as scheduled

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of school curricula and educational standards
• Previous museum or cultural institution experience

Responsibilities

• Lead 90-minute onsite field trips for school groups
• Lead 45-minute virtual field trips for schools
• Facilitate onsite Girl Scout programs on weekends, including guided tours of Hillwood’s mansion or gardens and hands-on art projects
• Serve as the main point of contact for teachers and Girl Scout troop leaders while groups are onsite
• Coordinate with group leaders and internal departments to ensure smooth program operations
• Maintain all educational program supplies
• Coordinate setup and teardown for all programs
• Support the development of new lesson plans
• Assist with creating educational materials
• Help refine curriculum alignment
• Manage program logistics, including teacher communications and supply inventory

Benefits

• Flexibility with a hybrid work environment
• Support for career development with internal and external learning opportunities
• Retirement Savings Plan, with Hillwood matching up to 3% plus a discretionary match (up to 2% or more)
• Metro commuter benefits of up to $50 per month
• Mental wellness support
• Discounts in the shop and Hillwood café
• Free admission to the museum and festival days
• Casual Monday
• Free on-site parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed