Summer Museum Educator

Children’s Museum of Manhattan•New York, NY

1d•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

As a Museum Educator, you will facilitate a variety of programs at the Museum and in community settings. At the Museum, you will implement multi-session classes featuring exhibit exploration and interdisciplinary art experiences. With your young learners, you will explore art-making, storytelling, science, sensory play, and more. You will develop a trusting relationship with the families of your students and will collaborate closely with the School Programs & Community Outreach department. You will facilitate engaging, culturally-sensitive programs for students, teachers, and parents/caregivers. You will collaborate with libraries, schools, family shelters, and other community partners to ensure that your program meets the specific needs of your participants. You will write curriculum for and implement compelling arts, science, and storytelling experiences which empower your students to take charge of their own learning.

Requirements

1-2 years experience, including: Program facilitation for children ages birth-12, teachers, and families in diverse settings
Lesson planning experience
Understanding of inquiry and art-integrated teaching and learning
Undergraduate degree in Arts Education, Early Childhood Education, Museum Learning, Special Education, Child Development, OR equivalent relevant experience
Experience integrating age-appropriate visual art, STEAM, music, dance, theater, and/or social studies into teaching practice
Proficiency with inquiry, object observation, and dynamic storytelling
Ability to engage children, families, and caregivers in a welcoming, energetic, friendly, and professional manner
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to be flexible and assimilate feedback from colleagues and participants
Comfort working independently as well as collaborating closely with others
Must be available to work at least 2 days per week (Monday – Friday) for in-person programming
Must be willing to attend orientation and professional development as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in Spanish or language in addition to English a plus
Experience writing curriculum
Experience collaborating with libraries, schools, family shelters, and other community partners
Visual or performing arts discipline
Background work or studies related to early childhood development, psychology, or social work
Experience working with a diverse group of learners, including children who have special needs

Responsibilities

Facilitate age-appropriate, dynamic semester-long curricula for children ages 2-5; promote students’ social-emotional and academic development; integrate arts, movement, and storytelling activities; and establish trusting relationships with parents and caregivers.
Support and/or facilitate arts-integrated workshops for students between ages 2-12, as well as parents/teachers/caregivers through library programming, school outreach, family shelter programs, etc.
Model best teaching practices; co-plan and liaise with partner site contact as needed.
Facilitate school and summer camp guided group programs in CMOM exhibits.
Collaborate and co-teach with fellow educators and departmental leadership.
Maintain program spaces, manage supply orders and organization, and prepare materials for program implementation.
Other duties as needed.