Cathedral Educator, Part-Time
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Organization Description:
The Cathedral of Saint John the Divine is one of the world’s most celebrated religious and cultural institutions. With its doors open to everyone, thelandmarked Cathedral is an international and vibrant space that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually, providing numerous opportunitiesto experience and learn about this institution in exciting and new ways. The Cathedral’s secular Department of Public Education & Visitor Services(PEVS) seeks part-time Educators for the 2026-27 academic year. This is a part-time, nonexempt position that reports to the Manager of Community &Educational Initiatives. The Cathedral hires without regard to race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital orveteran status.
Position Description:
The Cathedral employs a staff of part-time Cathedral Educators to teach inquiry- and curriculum-based programs with emphasis on such topics ascathedrals’ roles in the Middle Ages, architecture, geometry, social justice, contemporary art, and comparative religions.
Reports to:
Manager of Community and Educational Initiatives
Job Requirements & Responsibilities:
– Collaborate with PEVS to provide programs for student (pre-school through college), adult, and family groups. This includes preparing materials,teaching the program, and breaking down after the program.
– Lead hands-on activities in Arts Workshops related to the above topics.
– Greet and supervise performing choirs in the Cathedral.
– Support program development, visitor services, and departmental administration as needed.
– Ease and confidence climbing multiple stories and navigating narrow spaces for the Cathedral’s Vertical Tour
– Educators will work approximately 5-10 hours per week. Hours vary depending on program bookings, but primary program delivery takes placebetween the hours of 10am and 4pm Monday – Saturday.
– Must have a flexible schedule and be available 3-4 days per week, including at least one weekend day and some evenings.
– Educators will attend paid training before being assigned to lead any programs. Attendance at Educator Training is mandatory.
– This position is subject to seasonal changes in volume of classes and programs delivered.
– Commitment through the 2026-2027 academic year is required. Renewal for next school year occurs during Summer 2027.
Candidate Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of teaching experience in a museum or K-12
classroom, or a minimum of 5 years applicable work experience, required. Master’s degree in education, museum education, or a related field – orworking toward such a degree – is preferred.
– Comfort working with diverse audiences, especially K-12 students
– Demonstrated experience teaching with art materials and hands-on activities
– Knowledge of educational pedagogy, differentiated instruction, and best practices in museum education, including experience with Visual ThinkingStrategies and other educational models related to personal and group learning
– Strong listening, verbal, and writing skills
– Ability to assimilate information quickly and enthusiastically; demonstrated flexibility in changeable environments
– Self-starter who is dependable, organized, and punctual; someone who works well independently and as part of a team
– Ability to accept guidance, direction, and supervision; gives feedback and shares ideas appropriately and professionally
Position Type:
Part-Time
Union Status:
Non-Union
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Schedule:
5 to 10 hours a week
Salary or Compensation:
$35/hour
Organization or Project Website:
Application Info:
– Email resume, cover letter, and sample lesson plan on any topic to education@stjohndivine.org (mailto:education@stjohndivine.org) with “Cathedral Educator” in the subject field. No calls, please. Applicants will start to be contacted by July and positions will likely be filled by August.
– Qualifying candidates will be asked to lead a short sample tour on a topic of their choice to assess presentation skills, pedagogy, group management techniques, organization, and time management prior to being hired.
