Museum Teaching Specialist

HILLWOOD MUSEUM • Washington, DC

3d • $20 • Onsite

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.

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.
• Several weekend days per month, as scheduled

Nice To Haves

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

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
• 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

• A fabulous work culture that inspires your best work
• 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