NYCMER Job Board

Educator, Adult Initiatives and Tour Logistics

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:26:32 GMT

Organization Description:

Poster House is the first museum in the United States dedicated exclusively to the design and history of posters. Opening in June 2019 in New YorkCity, Poster House provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with an aim to improve designliteracy among the general public. Through its robust permanent collection, progressive rotating exhibitions, community-centered events, andinnovative school programming, Poster House explores what posters say about society and how graphic design continues to impact the world with anemphasis on visual literacy.

Position Description:

The Educator of Adult Initiatives and Tour Logistics (EAITL) for Poster House oversees the logistics of tours and programs for K-12 grade schoolgroups, college groups, special needs groups, and adults-only groups. The EAITL collaborates with the Manager of Education to research and writetours and coordinate offerings for adult audiences and professional development opportunities. The EAITL will serve as the primary educator able todeliver tours to all audiences served.

This position reports to the Manager of Education. The regular schedule for this role is 10am-6pm Monday-Friday with flexibility for after-hours andweekend work as needed (approximately ten weekend days per year).

Poster House

Reports to:

Manager of Education

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :

– Coordinate with Director of Operations and Associate Director of Public Programs to schedule school and adult group bookings

– Be the primary educator for curatorial-style tours for adult groups regularly occurring during museum open hours and after hours

– Present monthly curatorial-style tours in Spanish as well as facilitate bilingual and Spanish-language tours for school groups

– Be an additional educator delivering interactive, inquiry-based tours for middle school, high school, and college groups

– Develop and run hands-on art/printmaking workshops to complement the tours

– Support accessibility and family programming as needed

– Manage both print and digital education department content including rack card, website content, and calendar

– Assist in the creation of Bloomberg Connects app content development including the creation of audio tours and accessible content on the platform

– Attend weekly staff meetings as well as other meetings as needed

– Assist with programmatic offerings during museum’s opening hours, including First Friday programming and occasional weekend programming

– Occasionally appear in museum’s social media videos in both Spanish and English

– Assist in the outreach and marketing of educational programs

Candidate Qualifications :
Required Qualifications:

– Experience coordinating logistics and/or overseeing scheduling in a museum setting

– Experience working in informal education, especially with adults-only and multigenerational groups

– Experience leading dynamic, engaging tours

– Spanish language fluency and the ability to lead tours for all audiences in Spanish (please indicate fluency in other languages if applicable)

– Self-motivated and able to work alone and in a team environment

– Strong and engaging public speaking skills

– Project management experience, including time management, coordination, and organizational skills

– Flexibility with schedule across all seven days per week as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Museum Studies, History, Design History, Art History, or Fine Art field or equivalent experience

– Experience using Asana, Airtable, Square payment system, Google Suite/Google calendar, or similar project management digital tools

– Experience working in an art museum

– A strong interest in design history

– Experience producing print and digital content

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Exempt

Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm, Occasional weekend work

Salary or Compensation :
$68,000-$72,000

Organization or Project Website :

https://posterhouse.org/

Application Info :

Application Deadline: June 18th at 11:59pm

Expected Start Date: September 1, 2026

Application Listing:

https://posterhouse.org/jobs/

Submit application here:

https://airtable.com/appOW6tHzx8pIjqyT/shrgqs5afTL6I4v2i

STEM Educator – Part Time

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:19:19 GMT

Organization Description:

Liberty Science Center’s mission is to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers and excite learners of all ages about the power, promise,and pure fun of science and technology.

LSC is a 300,000-square-foot learning center located in Liberty State Park on the Jersey City bank of the Hudson near the Statue of Liberty. TheScience Center houses 12 museum exhibition halls, a live animal collection with 110 species, giant aquariums, a 3D theater, live simulcast surgeries,hurricane- and tornado-force wind simulators, K-12 classrooms and labs, teacher-development programs, and the Western Hemisphere’s biggestplanetarium—the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium and LSC Giant Dome Theater. More than 750,000 students, teachers, and parents visit Liberty ScienceCenter each year, and tens of thousands more participate in the Center’s off-site and online programs.

Position Description:

The part-time STEM Educator at Liberty Science Center (LSC) delivers engaging, hands-on STEM learning experiences that spark curiosity and makescience accessible to learners of all ages. The part-time STEM Educator actively delivers interactive programs offsite in schools and communityorganizations, onsite in LSC’s learning environments (including laboratories, galleries, theaters, and public spaces), and virtually. Offsite programdelivery requires driving to schools and partner sites throughout the NJ tri-state region.

In addition to program delivery, the part-time STEM Educator helps ensure high-quality setups and maintains safe, inclusive, and engaging learningenvironments. This role supports LSC’s mission by contributing to public-facing initiatives and supporting the continuous improvement of STEMprogramming.

The part-time STEM Educator works as business needs demand and reports directly to the Senior Manager of School Programs and indirectly to theSenior Director of School & Public Programs. This role requires the ability to drive to school partner sites.

Liberty Science Center

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :

What You’ll Do:

– Below is an overview of your essential job functions; please note that this is not an exhaustive list, as new responsibilities may be added as businessneeds require.

Program Delivery:

– Deliver onsite, offsite, and virtual STEM programs, including workshops, assemblies, lab experiences, camps, demonstrations, and publicpresentations

– Drive to schools and partner sites in the tri-state area to deliver STEM programs in classrooms, multipurpose rooms, and auditorium spaces

– Facilitate engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences while maintaining safe, inclusive environments and well-managed learning environments

– Set up and break down programs and complete administrative tasks (such as making confirmation calls, inputting data into

monday.com

(http://monday.com/)

, etc.)

Program Support & Development

– Support the continuous improvement of STEM programs through research and development assistance

– Contribute to departmental initiatives that engage school groups, families, and the general public through events and outreach

– Maintain professionalism, reliability, strong attendance, and adherence to all LSC policies and procedures

– Perform other duties as assigned based on departmental and business needs

Candidate Qualifications :
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

– Knowledge of STEM content areas with a willingness to learn across disciplines

– Awareness of NGSS/NJSLS-S

– Strong public speaking and audience engagement skills, with the ability to present complex concepts in an accessible and engaging way to diverselearners

– Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills in dynamic environments

– Capable and comfortable driving to partner schools and program sites (up to approximately two hours) and safely navigating routes using GPS ormap-based directions, with prior driving experience required

– Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations

– Strong organization, time management, and reliability with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in fast-paced environments

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

– Valid driver’s license (required)

– Must have experience operating a vehicle safely and navigating with passengers; must be able to drive a car 2+ hours with following directions froma map or GPS in all weather conditions

– BA/BS in STEM-related major and/or education/teaching field preferred

– 1+ year experience teaching STEM to children, ages 5 to 16, in either a formal or informal setting

– Experience in delivering educational content in a fun, dynamic way

– Experience and comfort with using software/technology in an educational setting

Position Type :
Part-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$22.50/per hour

Organization or Project Website :

https://lsc.org/

Application Info :

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=efe02fc5-d889-4b1e-890b-795da588658e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=578577

Cathedral Educator, Part-Time

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:11:47 GMT

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.

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

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 :

https://www.stjohndivine.org/

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.

Family Art Project Manager

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:03:05 GMT

Organization Description:

Since its founding as a public garden in 1965, Wave Hill has evolved as a unique urban oasis, world-class garden and vital resource. Its mission is tocelebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscapes, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the naturalworld through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.

Position Description:

The Family Art Project Manager provides creative input and art education guidance for various Education programs and developing art components ofcurricula. The Family Art Project Manager will manage the day-to-day operations of the Family Art Project (FAP), one of the Department’s signatureprograms, which immerses children, typically aged 3-8 and their families in the pleasures and wonders of Wave Hill’s gardens, grounds and artexhibitions at Glyndor Gallery through hands-on, nature-based, art activities that encourage creativity and imagination. This program runs year-round,with a drop-in format each weekend.

The Manager supervises staff, guest artists, volunteers and manages the Art, Community, Education and Science internship (ACES), a year-round paidprogram for young people. The Manager leads recruitment, training, and mentorship with support from Education staff. In addition, the Manager willwork closely with the Assistant Director of Education to provide creative and pedagogical input and assistance on a variety of interdepartmentalprograms as needed.

Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providingaccess, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To requestreasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org .(mailto:humanresources@wavehill.org)

Wave Hill

Reports to:

Assistant Director of Education

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

– Manages programs, including the content and coordination of day-to-day program facilitation and long-range planning.

– Develops pedagogically appropriate seasonal project lesson plans highlighting new or previously presented themes to promote multiculturalperspectives, and nature focused programming.

– Supervises part-time staff and interns including managing work schedules, tracking hours, and coordinating submission of time sheets.

– Coordinates youth internship program including content, planning and annual recruitment of cohorts.

– Oversees purchasing, organizing, and maintaining supplies and materials.

– Maintains program records including staff and supply budgets, contact lists, and attendance statistics.

– In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Education, develops and refines program proposals, curricula, and evaluation of metrics for partnerssuch as New York Public Library and Literacy in Community and Wave Hill visiting Artists.

– Assists with the preparation of seasonal copy and other marketing content.

– Aides with the preparation and analysis of proposals, reports, evaluations, and other documents.

– Supports department and institutional programs as needed.

Candidate Qualifications :
In addition to teaching and administrative duties, additional requirements include:

– Degree in art, education, art education, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

– Experience training and mentoring youth interns.

- Knowledgable about gardens and nature.

– A minimum of 5 years relevant experience teaching with intergenerational groups in an informal setting.

– Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

– Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines while juggling multiple tasks and projects, planning months in advance while responding to day-to-day demands.

– A demonstrated positive approach to problem solving and collaborating with others.

– Experience training and mentoring youth interns.

– Strong interest in Wave Hill’s education programs and mission.

– Cultural competency to work with diverse and local Bronx communities.

– Computer skills that include remote platforms and Microsoft office.

– Proficiency in Spanish a plus.

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Exempt

Schedule:
This is a full-time position reporting to the Assistant Director of Education. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30AM to 4:00PM, with the possibility of one remote workday. There is some offsite travel to partner organizations and occasional evenings required.

Salary or Compensation :
Salary is $60,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k, pension plan and life insurance.

Organization or Project Website :
http://www.wavehill.org

Application Info :

Send resume and cover letter in a single PDF document to careers@wavehill.org (mailto:careers@wavehill.org). Please state Family Art Project Manager in the subject line.

Summer Program Assistant

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:14:15 GMT

Position Description:
The Center for Architecture’s Summer Programs are weekly architecture and design programs for students in Grades 3-12. Each program explores a different theme through art and building activities, design challenges, guided investigations of architectural examples, and field trips.

The Summer Program Assistants provide artistic and administrative support to the Design Educators leading the Summer Programs. As a Summer Programs Assistant, you will serve as an assistant educator supervising and mentoring students in the classroom and on field trips. You will help guide students through the creative process of designing and building their own architectural models.

We will be hiring three assistants: Elementary Focus (Grades 3-5), Elementary and Middle School (Grades 6-8), and Middle School and High School classes (Grades 9-12).

Center for Architecture

Reports to:
Youth Programs Manager

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Assist with all activities in the classroom and on field trips, including individual support for students’ final projects

– Support Design Educator with supervision and classroom management, supporting a safe classroom environment

– Serve as a positive role model for the students and staff in the program. Use good judgment in decision making, problem-solving, and mentoring children/young adults

– Seek guidance and assistance from staff regarding student-related concerns and follow through on communication as needed

– Supervise and actively participate in lunch and recess hour activities

– Coordinate the daily check-in/check-out, liaise with parents, assist in final presentations, and help educator with program evaluations

– Help with daily program prep and clean-up

– Document program activities through photos

– Respond to all emergencies and assist in the program’s needs as directed. Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined

– Additional duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications :
Education and Experience:
– B.A. in Arts Education, Museum Education, Architecture, or related fields (completed or currently pursuing)
– Minimum 2 years’ experience facilitating youth programs (ages 8 and 17)
– Experience working with students in an academic, tutoring, mentoring, and/or recreational capacity
– Hands-on model building and artistic skills, including Xacto knife cutting
– Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively
– Interest in CFA’s educational programming & mission
– Professional and friendly manner
– Assistants will be required to complete CFA-paid First Aid/CPR training.
– For Middle School and High School assistants, experience working with SketchUp digital design program is a plus

Physical Requirements:
– Daily activities include walking, prolong hours of standing, bending, lifting at least 15 pounds.

Position Type :
Seasonal, Hourly

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
Dates: June 15–26, 2026: Program prep and orientation, 30–40 hours July 6–August 21, 2026: Summer Programs in session Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday (8 AM start on Mondays)

Salary or Compensation :
$25/hour

Organization or Project Website :
https://www.centerforarchitecture.org/learning/youth-family-and-community/summer-programs/

Application Info :
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume as a single PDF to k12education@centerforarchitecture.org . Please put the job title and your last name in the subject line of your email. No phone calls, please.

Summer Programs Administrative Assistant

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:25:39 GMT

Center for Architecture

The Summer Program Administrative Assistants provide administrative support for Summer Programs and assist in the classrooms as needed. As a Summer Programs Administrative Assistant, you will be involved all behind the scenes aspects of running Summer Programs as well as an active participant in daily classroom activities.

Reports to:
Youth Programs Manager

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
Administrative Duties/Responsibilities:
– Manage ordering, organization, and preparation of program supplies
– Manage all printed materials for programs
– Manage field trip booking confirmations
– Create and update student registrations, distribution lists, and check-in sheets
– Act as a liaison between the classroom educators and assistants and the office staff
– Communicate staffing plans and changes to the classroom educators and assistants
– Assist with email and phone communications to families
– Assist with program evaluations
– Assist with financial documentation and reporting
– Organize all program photos and select images for publicity purposes

Classroom Duties/Responsibilities:
– Coordinate the daily check-in/check-out, liaise with parents, assist in final presentations, and help educator with program evaluations
– Assist with coordination and supervision for weekly field trips
– Supervise and actively participate in lunch and recess hour activities
– Help with daily program prep and clean-up
– Respond to all emergencies and assist in the program’s needs as directed. Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined
– Additional duties as assigned

Candidate Qualifications :
Education and Experience:

– B.A. in Arts Education, Arts Administration, Museum Education, Architecture, or related fields (completed or currently pursuing)

– Minimum 2 years’ experience facilitating youth programs (Ages 8-17)

– Experience working with students in an academic, tutoring, mentoring, and/or recreational capacity

– Interest in both the administrative and teaching sides of museum education.

– Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively

– Interest in CFA’s educational programming & mission

– Professional and friendly manner

– Assistants will be required to complete CFA-paid First Aid/CPR training

Physical Requirements:
– Daily activities include walking, prolonged hours of standing, bending, and lifting at least 15 pounds

Position Type :
Seasonal, Hourly

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$25/hour

Organization or Project Website :

https://www.centerforarchitecture.org/learning/youth-family-and-community/summer-programs/

Museum Educator

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:15:23 GMT

Van Cortlandt House Museum

Organization Description:
Van Cortlandt House Museum (VCHM) is owned by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, operated by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of New York (NSCDNY), and is a member of the Historic House Trust of New York City (HHT). The museum has been stewarded by the NSCDNY for 129 years and was the first public-private collaboration in New York.

VCHM is a 1748 Georgian house that sits on a beautiful one-acre lot within Van Cortlandt Park in the northwest Bronx. It is a National Historic Landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and both its exterior and interior are designated New York City Landmarks.

As a historic site with many layers of history, we bring our mission to life through a full calendar of educational, experiential, and culturally responsive programs while offering visitors a compelling curatorial experience centered on early American history and decorative arts.

Position Description:
The Museum Educator leads tours and facilitates educational programs and activities that connect visitors with the historic house, its collections, and exhibitions. Through thoughtful interpretation and audience engagement, the educator helps visitors explore the many histories represented at the site.

Reports to:
Museum Director; Interpretive Oversight: Site Historian

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :

Responsibilities:
– Tours:
Giving regular tours of the historic house museum and its grounds

– Delivering Educational Programs:
Coordinating and delivering various educational programs tailored to different age groups and audience types, including K-12 school groups, college classes, families, adults, and community organizations.

– Visitor Engagement:
Engaging with visitors to facilitate learning and communicate the museum’s educational mission. This includes processing admissions, museum shop sales, and answering questions about the museum’s programs, collections, and exhibitions in person and on the phone.

– Public programs and events support: participating in the implementation, setup, and breakdown of public programs and events.

– Research and Interpretation support:
supporting the Museum Director and Site Historian with research and interpretation projects and initiatives.

– Opening and closing the museum as needed.
– Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements
This role requires the ability to move throughout a historic building, including climbing stairs, and to lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

Candidate Qualifications :

Required

– At least one year of experience teaching or delivering educational programs in a museum, classroom, or other learning environment.

– Basic familiarity with American history and/or an understanding of how history is interpreted and presented in museums or other public settings.

– Excellent communication and presentation skills.

– Adaptability to a wide range of audiences, age ranges and learning styles

– Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

– Commitment to inclusive, accessible, and community-centered engagement practices

– Availability to work consistent weekends and occasional evenings preferred

– Fluency in Spanish or other languages commonly spoken in New York City is preferred

– Familiarity with the historical period interpreted by the museum, particularly 1748–1823, and the wider historical context spanning the seventeenth through nineteenth centuries.

– A degree or current study in education, museum studies, African American studies, public history, history, art history, or a related field

Position Type :
Part-Time, Hourly

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$20-$22 per hour

Organization or Project Website :
Part-time position with a consistent weekly schedule that includes one weekday morning (9:00 AM–1:00 PM) and Saturdays (10:30 AM–4:00 PM), plus every other Sunday (10:30 AM–4:00 PM). Additional availability is required for occasional evening or weekend programs.

Application Info :
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter in a single combined PDF to: careers@vchm.org .

Neurodivergent Educator Peer Group: Networking After Hours

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:28:09 GMT

Feb 20, 2026 5:30PM—7:00PM

Location

The Milton (1754 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128)

Categories

Peer Group

The museum world is small, but at the same time so large. Come for a brief after-hours networking to meet fellow educators/workers—a chance to relax, laugh, and relate. The ice-breaker question will be “How to deal with distractions.” RSVP to neurodiversepeergroup@gmail.com. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their own food and drinks but dessert will be provided.

Event Capacity: 10

Cost: Free, drinks and food will be self served

Accessibility: The Milton is wheelchair accessible

New Perspectives: Freedom & Structure in Informal Learning Programs with the Early Childhood Peer Group

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:27:17 GMT

Mar 04, 2026 12:00PM—1:00PM

Location

Zoom

Cost

Free

Event Contact

L aura Kujo, Early Childhood Peer Group Co-Leader | Email

Categories

Peer Group

Register:

Zoom (opens January 15)

Event Capacity:

Categories

Peer Group

Join NYCMER’s Early Childhood Peer Group for a conversation facilitated by Dejá N. Santiago, Director of Education at Children’s Arts & Science Workshops, Inc. on the tension between freedom and structure in informal learning programs. We’ll explore ideas from the article “Rethinking Children’s Museum Learning and Experiences: New Perspectives and Challenges” alongside a case study of Club Fridays at the Bronx River Community Center, a program designed to empower children as co-creators of their own learning.

Please read in advance:
“ Rethinking Children’s Museum Learning and Experiences: New Perspectives and Challenges ”

“ From Art to Action: Case Studies of Art-Science in Creative Practices ” (optional)

Together, we’ll consider how competing demands—from funder expectations to community needs—shape program design, and how leaning into agency and imagination can transform engagement. Come ready to reimagine our roles and consider new possibilities for reciprocal, experimental, and joyful learning spaces for children, families and staff.

Join the Early Childhood Peer Group to exchange ideas about audience development, program evaluation, pedagogy, professional development, programs for early childhood, family audiences, and more.

Talking To Management: Neurodivergent Educator Peer Group

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:19:33 GMT

Mar 19, 2026 6:00PM—7:00PM

Location

Zoom

Cost

Free

Categories

Peer Group

This is the beginning of a new series in which senior leadership from various institutions will discuss their management styles, particularly in relation to neurodiverse employees. They will discuss how they can create an environment that fosters employee growth and development. This program is beneficial for individuals who want to understand the best work environment for themselves, as well as for those applying for a leadership role and seeking to learn more about various management styles.

Speaker: Charlotte Martin, Director of Access Initiatives, Intrepid Museum.

Email neurodiversepeergroup@gmail.com to register and receive the Zoom link.

Closed captioning will be provided.

The term neurodivergent has been around for many years. In recent years, it’s come to the forefront, with more people understanding and identifying as neurodivergent. Come to a peer group with fellow educators/museum workers who identify as neurodivergent. A safe space to discuss how we are each feeling professionally, train together, and share readings, tours and even games.

NYCMember Tours & Early Childhood Peer Group Visit The Jewish Museum

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:18:04 GMT

Apr 23, 2026 6:00PM—7:30PM

Location

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (First floor The Jewish Museum, 1109 5th Ave & E 92nd St, New York, 10128

Categories

NYCMER, Peer Group

When:

Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6:00-7:30 PM

Where:

The Jewish Museum, 1109 5th Ave & E 92nd St, New York, 10128

Located on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan’s landmarked Warburg mansion, The Jewish Museum is one of the world’s oldest and leading institutions dedicated to illuminating the complexity and vibrancy of Jewish culture, history, and identity through art. In October 2025, the museum unveiled a major renovation of its third and fourth floors, including the new Pruzan Family Center for Learning—a 7,000-square-foot education space designed to deepen visitor engagement with its unique collection of nearly 30,000 artworks and ceremonial objects spanning more than 4,000 years. The center seamlessly integrates exhibition galleries with hands-on learning environments, inviting visitors to explore Jewish history and culture through activities such as art-making studios, interactive installations, and a simulated archaeological dig for children. The museum’s education department offers diverse programs, including guided tours, workshops, educator professional development, family activities, and school partnerships, connecting audiences of all ages with themes of identity, culture, and community, fostering dialogue and understanding through dynamic and participatory experiences.

This visit combines a NYCMember tour and an Early Childhood Education Peer Group event at The Jewish Museum. The group will be divided into two tours with distinct focuses: one exploring behind-the-scenes insights into the museum’s K–12, family, and adult educational programs, and the other concentrating on early childhood education as experienced by the peer group. Visitors will engage with the museum’s rich collection and innovative learning environments, gaining a deeper understanding of how the museum fosters connection to Jewish culture and history across different age groups. The event also includes an art-making session in the museum’s dedicated art studio, offering a hands-on creative experience that complements the educational themes of both tours.

Cost: Free and open to NYCMER Members. Space is limited. Not yet a member? CLICK HERE to see NYCMER’s membership options.

Accessibility:

The museum has a wheelchair accessible entrance, and all floors are reachable for visitors using mobility aids. Wheelchairs are available to reserve in advance or at the admissions desk, and accessible restrooms are located on all floors. Service animals are welcome.

Large print labels are offered at the admissions desk, and verbal description tours that translate visual elements into spoken word are available via mobile tours.

NYCMER is committed to providing opportunities for all of our members to participate in our programs and engage with one another. Should you require accessibility services, such as live captioning, please contact info@nycmer.org as soon as possible.

NYCMER Reads Book Club Relaunch Meet-up

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:11:14 GMT

Apr 11, 2026 10:00AM—12:00PM

Location

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (First floor lounge)

Event Contact

Categories

Peer Group

Join us as we relaunch the NYCMER Reads book club! This will be an informal gathering to hear about the next iteration of the NYCMER Reads book club, share what you hope to get out of the book club, get to know other NYCMER members in the book club, and find out what our first book will be. Please come prepared to share a little bit about yourself, your background in museums, and a favorite museum book that has had an impact on you!

We’ll meet at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in their first floor lounge, spend some time getting to know each other, and announce our first book club book. Afterward, anyone who wants to can check out their exhibit, Mystery and Wonder: A Legacy of Golden Age Magicians in New York City .

#NYCMERReads brings together arts & culture professionals to read and discuss nonfiction and fiction books related to museums at monthly meetups. The goal of NYCMER Reads is to encourage members to expand their museum knowledge and engagement through reading and discussing both nonfiction books about museum pedagogy and fiction books with museum-related themes because reading can be both for learning and FUN!

NYCMER’s Statement on the Presidential Election

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:34:35 GMT

The New York City Museum Educators Roundtable supports workers at museums and cultural institutions across the tri-state area. Over the last eight months, NYCMER members and our industry colleagues have been severely impacted by layoffs, furloughs, pay cuts, hour reductions, institutions closing, and more. While museums and cultural institutions struggle to survive, both locally and nationally , this divisive election cycle added to the uncertainty of our future as museum educators and community liaisons. We move forward by holding each other up.

At the 2020 NYCMER Conference, Keynote Speaker Chloë Bass encouraged us to mobilize our institutions as second responders, saying, “While the second responder is not necessarily required to be the person who cleans up after the first responders, I want to hold onto the sense that what follows is as urgent and essential as what happens.” As educators, we are essential at handling the cultural needs of a communal identity, fostering a safe space to relax and heal, and providing crucial, trustworthy information in a time of uncertainty. She later said, “I also believe that it’s in this period of stressful pause that we actually have the ability to question what we may have been unnecessarily and quietly accepting for a very long time.” We move forward by pushing back against what we used to accept.

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While we are optimistic about federal support with the election of Joe Biden as President, there is still work to be done. The Democratic National Committee platform “supports public funding for the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and for art and music education in public schools,” and Democrats in office do have a broad track record of following through on this, but with a looming deficit and so many issues on the table, we need to make sure our voices are heard. We move forward by advocating for ourselves.

Learn what NYCMER and You Can Do

Through all of this, we thank those who worked to keep our democracy running during this turbulent time, particularly those in our own NYCMER community who became poll workers and watchers. In the face of job losses and reductions, museum educators channeled their efforts to civic service, and we appreciate this.

As we move forward, we are committed to advocating for our field and our broader communities. We invite your input, and you are welcome to email us at president@nycmer.org .

We are with you,

The New York City Museum Educators Roundtable Board of Trustees

Posted in News and tagged Advocacy , Election

Site Director, BEAM Summer Away

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:06:04 GMT

Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)

Organization Description:
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) creates pathways for students from low-income, low-access backgrounds to become scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and computer scientists.

We provide BEAM students the same access to high-quality preparation in STEM as their more affluent peers, and we invest deeply in our students’ success, with programming from middle school through college graduation focused on joyous, exciting, and rigorous mathematics, building vibrant communities, and supporting students in key life transitions such as college admissions and financial aid.

BEAM has grown from a small summer program serving 17 students in the summer of 2011 to a year-round, national program, serving 450+ students at six summer program sites and 600+ students in year-round programming in New York City and Los Angeles this school year. In addition, our BEAM National pilot program now reaches around 1000 elementary-aged students in seven different states, working to create a new nationwide pathway modeled on our local work. We’ve seen our students’ successes first-hand, and it’s backed by data: a quasi-experimental study found that students who attended our 7th grade summer program were 1.3X as likely to declare a STEM major as a matched comparison group.

Position Description:
The BEAM Summer Away Site Director will work collaboratively with other members of the leadership team: the Associate Site Director, Director of Student Life, Director of Academics, and Guidance Counselor, to manage a team of 8-10 counselors, 8-10 faculty members, and 1-4 nurses. You will lead staff training, preparation, implementation, and smooth operation of the summer program, ensuring both academic success and a positive camp environment for our students and our staff. Your leadership will not only shape the classroom experience but also help cultivate a strong community of students and staff, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of our students.

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Self-Preparation and Planning

– Pre-Camp Week Training and Set-Up

– Site Leadership

– Staff Leadership

– Academic Leadership

– Community Leadership

– Other logistical tasks to coordinate with the rest of the site leadership

– Post Camp Wrap-Up
Much more detail can be found on the hiring page! https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/beam/jobs/4645169005?gh_src=ro13x0925us

Candidate Qualifications :
We understand that there are many paths to acquiring experience and, therefore, welcome candidates from diverse and nontraditional backgrounds for this role who have demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to carry out the major duties outlined in this job description.

– Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience in managing teams, providing feedback, and fostering collaboration among staff and faculty.

– Commitment to Equity: A passion for creating inclusive classrooms where all students feel valued, capable, and supported.

– Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with staff, faculty, students, and families.

– Problem-Solving: Ability to manage conflicts and make thoughtful, timely decisions in high-pressure situations.

– Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and logistical elements simultaneously.

– Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust plans and approaches based on feedback, evolving needs, and challenges that arise during the program.

– Math Proficiency: Solid understanding of Enrichment math concepts and the ability to guide faculty in the implementation of engaging curricula.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
– Prior work experience with middle school students.
– Prior work experience with students in NYC public schools or serving students from a comparable background.
– Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, Korean, or another language commonly spoken by BEAM’s NYC families.
– Experience running training workshops for adults.
– Mediation training and/or experience.
– Restorative justice training and/or experience.

Position Type :
Full-Time, temporary

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
Leadership Retreat: 06/28 (arrival); 6/30 (9:30am start) – 6/29
All Staff Pre-camp Training: 07/01 – 07/04 (arrive by 3pm on 07/01 travel day)
Camp (with students): 07/05 – 07/26
Staff Wrap-up: 07/27 – 07/29
Leadership Wrap-up/Depart: 07/30

Salary or Compensation :
$32.50 per hour for Pre-Camp work / $10,750 for Camp and Wrap-up

Organization or Project Website:
https://www.beammath.org/

Application Info :
Apply online: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/beam/jobs/4645169005?gh_src=ro13x0925us

The application requires a resume and short answers to job application questions.
Please note we are also hiring for other roles! Find more info on our website: https://www.beammath.org/work-at-beam

John Walsh Fellowship in Museum Education

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:56:52 GMT

Yale University Art Gallery

Organization Description:
The Yale University Art Gallery collects, preserves, studies, and presents art in all media, from all regions of the globe and across time. The museum’s exceptional collection—numbering nearly 300,000 objects—is the core of its identity. It sustains and catalyzes all we do.

Founded in 1832, the Gallery is the oldest university art museum in America. Today, it is a center for teaching, learning, and scholarship and is a preeminent cultural asset for Yale University, the wider academic community, and the public. The museum is open to all, free of charge, and is committed to engaging audiences through thoughtful, creative, and relevant exhibitions, programs, and publications.

Position Description:
John Walsh Fellowship in Museum Education, Education Department, Yale University Art Gallery

The John Walsh Fellowship in Museum Education is a full-time, one-year position, intended for an emerging museum educator with a master’s degree who is interested in school, youth, and family teaching and learning in a university museum.

Start date: summer 2026. Salary: $54,500 commensurate with education and experience; a competitive benefits package, including health insurance; a modest professional-development stipend; and taxable reimbursement of relocation costs up to $1,500 (for a move greater than a 50-mile distance). For more details, visit https://postdocs.yale.edu/postgrads/being-a-postgrad-at-yale/benefits

Position focus and training:

The fellowship provides extensive hands-on experience in interactive and interdisciplinary teaching with objects. The fellow participates in the Wurtele Gallery Teacher training program and learns from museum educators and curators about art-based pedagogies and the Yale University Art Gallery’s global collections. The position reports to the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education and works closely with colleagues and collaborators across Yale University and New Haven. The responsibilities of the fellow include: organizing and leading school, family, and youth programs (Stories and Art, Getting StARTed, Teen Art Studio, and Family Day are among our current offerings); teaching pre-K–12 guided visits in the museum and developing activities for in-gallery teaching; coleading and leading teacher workshops and access programs; and additional duties as assigned.

Mentoring:
The fellow is a member of the Gallery’s Education Department and gains familiarity with all aspects of the department’s operations. The fellow is also part of the Gallery’s Public Education team and receives direct mentorship in the areas of public education, including school, youth, family, teacher, and access programs. The fellow participates in the Fellows Forum, an informal professional-development platform for fellows across the Gallery.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from groups traditionally underrepresented in the field of museum education.

Reports to:
Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
The fellow must reside in the Greater New Haven area for the term of the fellowship. The workweek is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with some evening and weekend work required. The work is in person and entails movement among the open office space, the galleries, and the campus and community along with use of computer and audio/visual equipment.

Candidate Qualifications :
Education and preferred experience:

– Master’s degree in education, art history, anthropology, museum studies, studio art, or a related field At least one year of experience teaching with objects in a museum setting

– Experience and interest working with pre-K–12 audiences

– Strong interest in interdisciplinary approaches to teaching with collections Excellent teaching, communication, interpersonal, research, and writing skills Demonstrated ability to communicate with children, teachers, and museum staff Ability to take initiative and identify next steps in projects and communications

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
The workweek is Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with some evening and weekend work required.

Salary or Compensation :
$54,500 commensurate with education and experience; a competitive benefits package, including health insurance; a modest professional-development stipend; and taxable reimbursement of relocation costs up to $1,500 (for a move greater than a 50-mile distance). For more details, visit https://postdocs.yale.edu/postgrads/being-a-postgrad-at-yale/benefits

Organization or Project Website :
https://artgallery.yale.edu/

Application Info :
How to apply: Applicants must submit a CV with the names of three references and a cover letter that addresses the candidate’s interest in the fellowship. Email applications (in PDF format) to: Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education, jessica.sack@yale.edu , by Monday, March 30, 2026. Please send your email with the subject line “John Walsh Fellowship Application.”

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Director of Programing and Partnership

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:47:50 GMT

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts

Organization Description:
AMFA is about to celebrate its three-year anniversary having undergone an extraordinary transformation that included the construction of a new state-of-the-art facility. Designed by the renowned architecture firm, Studio Gang, the new facility has secured AMFA’s position as one of the top cultural institutions in the state and region. The new AMFA features state-of-the-art galleries, art school, theatre, lecture hall, outdoor event area, and other spaces to host programming, classes, and performances. The innovative Cultural Living Room, restaurant, store, and landscaped grounds position the AMFA as a cultural hub for Little Rock and the Delta region.

Position Description:
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) seeks a strategic and collaborative Director of Programming and Partnerships to join its programmatic leadership team, which includes the Directors of Children’s Theater and Performing Arts, the Windgate Art School, and Community Engagement.

Reporting to the CEO, this role will lead ongoing internal and external program analysis to assess and strengthen AMFA’s portfolio of offerings. Working closely with department directors, the Director will expand the Museum’s reach and impact by deepening connections across existing programs while identifying gaps and developing new initiatives that engage broader and more diverse audiences.

This position will shape a compelling, innovative, and balanced roster of programs that connect art to lived experience and fully leverage AMFA’s assets and partnerships. The Director will help position AMFA as a welcoming, inspiring, and educational destination for the community.

Reports to:
Dr. Victoria Ramirez (CEO)

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Collaboratively develop short- and long-term strategies to strengthen AMFA’s portfolio of flagship programs, balancing reliable signature events with innovative offerings that attract and retain new audiences.

– Cultivate strategic partnerships in Central Arkansas and beyond to expand the Museum’s community impact and ensure programming remains relevant and responsive to evolving needs.

– Build proactive partnerships with schools and districts to design innovative onsite and statewide initiatives serving Pre-K through high school students.

– Analyze data, trends, and best practices to refine and elevate AMFA’s programming, creating distinctive, mission-driven experiences.

– Partner with the Development staff to shape and draft multi-year funding proposals that advance strategic programmatic initiatives.

– Collaborate with Membership and Development to design benefits and engagement opportunities that deepen relationships with members and donors.

– Supervise and mentor staff to ensure programming reflects educational excellence and best practices.

– Prepare and administer an approved annual budget and established revenue goals.

– Adhere to AMFA policies and procedures while supporting the Museum’s mission and fostering a welcoming, inclusive workplace culture

Candidate Qualifications :
Qualifications
– Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in art education, museum studies, education, or a related field.
– Minimum of five years’ administrative leadership experience in a museum, art school, or similar setting.
– Demonstrated knowledge of K–12 education and ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
– Proven success in partnership development, staff supervision, and mentoring.
– Strong collaborative leadership and communication skills.
– Strategic and operational management experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office 365.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Physical demands:
– Regularly sit for prolonged periods of time (up to 5 hours at a time) at desk and working on a computer.
– Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and operating office equipment.
– Occasionally stand and walk within the office and museum, including attending meetings and events.
– Occasionally bend, reach, and stoop.
– Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

Communication demands:
– Regularly required to use speech to interact with other employees and stakeholders.

Vision demands:
– Visual acuity adequate to read and prepare documents, and to view a computer screen for extended periods of time.

Hearing and Speaking demands:
– Hearing adequate to communicate effectively in person and via phone
– Clear speaking ability adequate for presentations and interactions.

Work environment/exposure:
– Work is performed indoors, in an office environment

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status:
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Exempt

Salary or Compensation:
$90,000- $100,000

Organization or Project Website :
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/8A719B0A091FBD6F11CE6EE4D667715F/jobs/34288

Application Info :
Please apply via the AMFA website: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/8A719B0A091FBD6F11CE6EE4D667715F/jobs/342885

Education Specialist

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:31:29 GMT

Organization Description:
Since 1950 Museum Village has provided valuable educational opportunities to schools and families of the Hudson Valley. We are a living history museum focused on life in America from the 1870’s to the 1910’s.

Museum Village of Old Smith’s Clove

Position Description:
Works in collaboration with the Director of Education on the development, implementation, evaluation and promotion of the Museum’s education programs for schools, youth groups, and adults. Develops curriculum, didactic, and interpretive materials to support programming and in-gallery learning. Provides supervision of the Interpreter team and collaborates with staff across departments to ensure that the Museum meets its mission through engaging programming

Reports to:
Director of Education

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
Programs
– Ensure that the content of all education programs remains relevant to targeted audiences, meets, or exceeds established standards, supports Museum goals, and promotes enthusiasm and interest in American history, specifically the Gilded Age and Progressive era, and Civics centric programming.
– Maintain, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate curricula for Museum school programs both on and off-site to ensure they meet the needs of teachers and students, facilitate inquiry-based learning, and correlate to current science standards.
– Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate teacher professional development programs.
– Develop, promote and implement digital classroom programming.
– Maintain, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate a full roster of youth and adult education programs.

General
– Attend and support Museum special events as needed – including evening and weekend events.
– Maintain program spaces, manage supply orders and organization and prepare materials for programs.
– Schedule and maintain a database of school group visits.
– Management of Interpretive & Volunteer staff
– Assist with other Museum duties as assigned by the Director of Education.

Tracks (Please choose one)
A) Public Programing: Experience in Adult and General Public Programs. Focus on developing, training and implementing Public programs and series

B) Agricultural Programs: Experience with Animal husbandry, agricultural program development. Focus on animal care, agricultural activities, developing education around the two for schools and public programs.

C) Digital: Experience with digital development, video production, and website management. Focus on developing educational digital programming as well as support the management of the museum’s digital footprint

Candidate Qualifications :
– Background in history or museum education or related (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required) Master’s degree preferred.
– Museum experience strongly preferred
– Minimum of 2 years of experience developing, leading and/or evaluating informal educational programs for children, particularly history programs in a museum setting
– Demonstrated experience creating and implementing standards-aligned programming for K-6 students and educators
– Minimum of 2 years supervising educators, naturalists and/or volunteers
– Excellent organizational and leadership skills with proven track record as an effective team leader
– Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
– Self-motivated, creative, resourceful, and outgoing
– Ability to interact with a variety of different groups
– Bilingual fluency, written and oral, a plus
– Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, web-based software (e.g., Google Suite), Canva, and willingness to learn new programs as necessary

Must be available to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Exempt

Schedule:
Must be available to work weekends and evenings as needed

Salary or Compensation :
$22/hr

Organization or Project Website :
https://museumvillage.org/careers/

Application Info :
Please email resume and cover letter to direducation@museumvillage.org . Include Education Specialist in the Subject Header and your preferred track.

Education Manager

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:23:59 GMT

Museum Village of Old Smith’s Clove

Reports to:
Director of Education

– Maintain, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate curricula for Museum school programs both on and off-site to ensure they meet the needs of teachers and students, facilitate inquiry-based learning, and correlate to current science standards.
– Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate teacher professional development programs.
– Develop, promote and implement digital classroom programming.
– Maintain, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate a full roster of youth and adult education programs.

Must be available to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Position Type :
Full-Time

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$43,000 – $47,000

Organization or Project Website :
https://museumvillage.org/careers/

Application Info :
Please email resume and cover letter to direducation@museumvillage.org . Include Education Manager in subject header

Seasonal Junior Botanist & Plant Investigator Summer Instructor

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:14:25 GMT

Organization Description:
Brooklyn Botanic Garden connects people to the wonder and power of plants, sparking delight and curiosity about science, culture, and our environment to help create a greener, more sustainable city and world. BBG’s vision is to grow a future where plants, people, and our planet flourish together.

Brooklyn Botanical Garden

Position Description:
This seasonal position begins with three weeks of immersive training followed by six weeks of dynamic, hands-on programming at Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG). Program instructors design and lead interactive lessons and activities that inspire students to explore the world of plants through science, art, and direct engagement with the Garden’s collections and landscapes.

Our participants are Junior Botanists (new students entering grades 5–7) and Plant Investigators (returning students entering grades 6–8). Both groups are composed of scholarship students from Title I Brooklyn schools that partner with BBG through our Project Green Reach outreach program. Junior Botanists and Plant Investigators are each led by a team of two instructors in the afternoon, and both groups work together in the Children’s Garden in the morning.

Reports to:
Project Green Reach Co-coordinators

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Collaborate and work within an inquiry-based, team-teaching model to lead gardening activities with students.

– Work with co-instructor to create, prepare, and deliver lessons that are multidisciplinary and exploratory, with a focus on botanical/environmental science.

– Plan and lead weekly cooking session.

– Help maintain garden plots.

– Work as part of staff team to co-lead a three-day overnight camping trip.

– Perform other related duties or special projects as directed.

Candidate Qualifications :
– 2 years’ experience or studies in education, urban agriculture, botany, or environmental or biological sciences

– Experience teaching children, ages 9–13 preferred

– Gardening experience preferred

– Experience and comfort working with students, peers, and supervisors from diverse backgrounds

– Willingness to work outside in all weather

Position Type :
Part-Time, seasonal

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
Tuesday-Friday June 9-June 26; Monday-Friday June 29-August 8 (Saturday)

Salary or Compensation :
$22/hour

Organization or Project Website :
https://www.bbg.org/about/careers

Application Info :
Applications must be submitted via Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s website: https://www.bbg.org/about/careers . Applications must include a resume and cover letter. Any questions or requests for accommodations should be directed to Human Resources at hr@bbg.org .

Seasonal GAP Summer Instructor

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:05:00 GMT

Brooklyn Botanical Garden

Position Description:
Brooklyn Botanic Garden connects people to the wonder and power of plants, sparking delight and curiosity about science, culture, and our environment to help create a greener, more sustainable city and world. BBG’s vision is to grow a future where plants, people, and our planet flourish together.

Reports to:
GAP Co-coordinator

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Assist with the implementation of the GAP summer program, including program development, facilitation, and cleanup.

– Develop and teach lessons for a group of 12 to 15 teens on topics such as research skills, public speaking, horticulture, and science.

– Supervise and mentor apprentices as they work in placements throughout the Garden.

– Assist teens with horticulture and cooking sessions in the Children’s Garden.

– Develop and teach courses on current environmental issues, science research, and more.

– Design and lead team-building exercises and enrichment activities.

– Lead field trips to farms, gardens, and other cultural institutions within New York City.

– Mentor and collaborate with a program assistant (a recent GAP alum working on staff).

– Perform other related duties or special projects as directed

Candidate Qualifications :
– 2 years’ experience or studies in education, urban agriculture, nutrition, botany, or environmental or biological sciences

– Experience teaching teens

– Experience and comfort working with youth and staff from diverse backgrounds

– Strong research and presentation skills

– Gardening experience preferred

– Willingness to work outside in all weather

Position Type :
Part-Time, seasonal

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Schedule:
Tuesday-Friday; June 9-August 14

Salary or Compensation :
$22/hour

Organization or Project Website :
https://www.bbg.org/about/careers

Temporary Assistant – Art Lab Facilitator

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:54:56 GMT

Museum of Modern Art

Position Description:
The Family Programs team in the Department of Learning and Engagement is looking to hire four temporary facilitators to help support The Samuel and Ronnie Heyman Family Art Lab. In Art Lab, kids and adults experiment, play, and create as they make connections between their own creative explorations and the ideas, tools, and techniques of modern and contemporary art. Facilitators may also be asked to support family art making, gallery activations and interactives throughout the Museum during seasonal UNIQLO Family Days.

Dates: April 21 – September 13, 2026

Hours: The hours for this role fluctuate and increase at times when children are out of school in July and August. This position requires that candidates be available to work weekdays and weekends. Hours will be 7 – 14 hours/week May, June and September, increasing to 21-28 hours/week in July and August. Note: there might be some weeks where no shifts are assigned.

Reports to:
Director, Family Programs and Initiatives

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
– Facilitate visitor experiences in Art Lab including: greeting visitors and introducing the main ideas of the space; suggesting age-appropriate activities and helping visitors engage with them; connecting what visitors are doing/exploring in the lab with information about artists and artwork in MoMA’s collection; suggesting ways to continue exploration, both in the Museum galleries and outside world.

– Assist with the daily maintenance of the space, including cleaning and stocking/organizing materials.

– Work with MoMA Guest Specialists who are responsible for tracking attendance, administering visitor surveys, helping greet visitors, establishing waiting lists and answering Museum-related questions.

– Facilitate Family Art Making and gallery activations during UNIQLO Family Days.

Candidate Qualifications :
Experience: Working with children and/or families in an informal learning environment; front facing hospitality.

Skills: Communicates effectively. Ability to work with the public. Second language helpful.

Qualities: Outgoing, personable, organized, and punctual.

Position Type :
Temporary

Union Status :
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$26.75/hr

Organization or Project Website :

moma.org

Application Info :
Applicants must submit both a resume and cover letter to be considered by March 20, 2026. Applications will not be considered without a cover letter. Applicants must apply via MoMA’s recruiting portal at this link: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MUS1002MOMA/JobBoard/9dbfa465-a36a-46c3-b31e-4929830ab266/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=041d245d-6f31-4d8c-b943-a48e8e7d333f

AI in Museums

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:02:24 GMT

Feb 27, 2026 12:00PM—1:00PM

Location

Zoom (Open to current NYCMER members)

Categories

NYCMER

Register:

Zoom Registration (Open to active NYCMER Members and a +1, space is limited)

Join us for a conversation on the Artificial Intelligence landscape and how it is currently being used to enhance museum visitor interaction. This virtual program will provide a general introduction of general trends and ethics in AI, a discussion on the role of AI in science learning and museum practice, and a case study of AI tools for visitor engagement from the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust.

Whether you’re simply curious on how AI is impacting museum work, or are already using AI as a tool within your institution, this program will present participants with more information on its usage and possibilities.

Participants are encouraged to submit questions before the event that our panelists will answer during the Q+A portion.

Meet our special guests!

Nick H. Kamboj is an AI Futurist, bestselling author of 9 non-fiction books, and trusted advisor whose fascination with artificial intelligence and robotics began when he wrote his first software program in elementary school and built his first robot in high school. A graduate of Columbia Law School, Harvard University, The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, University of London (law) and The University of Wisconsin – Madison, Nick has advised a range of organizations — from Apple and Disney to the Federal Reserve Bank and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security — and served as a University of Chicago Booth School of Business Strategy Guest Lecturer for ten years. His expertise spans Robopsychology, Human-AI Co-existence, and Human Performance Enablement, making him a uniquely compelling voice for exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we think, work, teach, and learn together.

Margaret Robinson is a public historian and the Manager of the Speakers Bureau at the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College and holds a master’s degree in public history from SUNY Empire State University. Margaret is passionate about sharing the stories of people from the past, and is deeply committed to preserving memory as an essential part of the historical record. Through her work, she helps bring survivors and descendants into conversation with students and communities, fostering personal connections to history.

Analisa Duran

has worked in the informal science education field for over a decade. She started her career in marine science education, working her way up from aquarium educator to education specialist, then education manager at a local aquarium. In those roles, she facilitated, managed, and led science camps, tours, early learning programs and more. Duran has facilitated and led science camps for the past 13 years, where she has learned best practices, both in teaching pedagogy and camper safety, to provide high quality educational camp programs. Duran holds a master’s degree in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences from the University of Florida and a Ph.D. in Science Education from Florida International University. Her research interests include the pedagogical practices and self-efficacy of museum educators.

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Manager of Education and Public Interpretation

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:43:34 GMT

Organization Description:

About Central Park and the Central Park Conservancy
Central Park is one of the world’s most famous and beloved public spaces. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux in 1858, the 843-acre Park was the country’s first purpose-built public park and is a National Historic Landmark and a New York Scenic Landmark. The Central Park Conservancy, a private, not-for-profit organization, was founded in 1980 to rescue the Park, which had fallen into serious disrepair. Since then, the Conservancy has overseen the investment of over $1.6 billion in the restoration of the Park, which now hosts over 40 million visitors a year.

The Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and celebrate Central Park as a sanctuary from urban life. The City of New York has formally entrusted the management of the Park to the Conservancy, which is responsible for every aspect of its care, including landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and the visitor experience. The Conservancy employs roughly 400 people and has an annual operating budget of over $120 million. The Conservancy is one of the City’s largest and most successful public private partnerships and is considered a major civic institution given its impact on the health of the Park and the vibrancy of the City.

Central Park Conservancy (non-profit organization)

Position Description:
The Manager of Education and Public Interpretation is responsible for overseeing the creation, development, and implementation of interpretive programming that tells the story of Central Park and the Conservancy’s, past, present, and future in a compelling, relevant, and publicly accessible way.

Working under the direction of the Director of Public History, the Manager of Education and Public Interpretation oversees an initial team of three Central Park Guides to provide a range of programmatic offerings, including walking tours, school field trips, digital experiences (i.e., audio and web), exhibitions, public and member talks and programming, as well as internal programming and content development. This individual will design and implement comprehensive interpretive strategies, manage multiple projects simultaneously, nurture external partnerships, and form productive and collaborative relationships across the Conservancy’s departments and staff, particularly the Philanthropy and Communications teams.

Reports to:
Director of Public History

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
Responsibilities
– Oversee the development and implementation of interpretative content and programming related to Central Park’s history, environment, and cultural significance, both in-person and virtual, for a variety of audiences, including adults, children, school and/or accessibility groups.
– Lead the creation of an interpretive plan for park facilities in collaboration with the Public Programs, Visitor Experience, and Communications teams to interpret and share the Park and Conservancy’s history, alongside its priority initiatives.
– Develop and oversee a strategy for public tours that aligns with the Conservancy’s mission and balances the demands of New York City residents and out-of-town visitors.
– Work alongside the Director of Public History to build the school field trip tour program, including content development, community outreach, and relationship building with NYC schools.
– Work with the Director of Public History and the Associate Director of Institutional Archives to establish a unified structure and approach to archival and documentary research, analysis, and interpretation, to create a well-sourced, accurate, and organized reference collection for educational and interpretive content development and digital file management.
– Lead the development and implementation of internal programming that provides a baseline understanding of the history and importance of Central Park and the Conservancy for staff and volunteers, decentralizing and integrating this knowledge into the Conservancy’s day-to-day practice.
– Oversee the production of audio and digital educational and interpretive content, reviewing existing material and curating new content and experiences.
– Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to facilitate program partnerships and knowledge building.

Team Leadership
– Provide leadership and support to a team of Central Park Guides to produce high quality educational and interpretive programs.
– Set goals, delegate tasks, and provide performance oversight to team members.
– Develop staff capacity and skills, identifying and disseminating best practices for program delivery, audience engagement and project management to department staff.
– Foster a team culture that is collaborative and mission-focused while providing steady coaching and feedback.
– Oversee team’s annual budget and provide expense control

Candidate Qualifications :
– Ph.D. or MA in history or related field, education, museum studies, or a similar field.

– A minimum of 5-7 years’ collective experience creating and delivering interpretive programming for a variety of audiences, including adults, children, school and/or accessibility groups in a cultural and/or outdoor setting.

– Extensive experience conducting scholarly research (both in-person and online), including utilizing archives and special collections, libraries, catalogs and databases to locate source material and citation information.

– Knowledge of best practices around public program delivery, including place-based learning and visual thinking strategies.

– Strong communication skills, both written and spoken, with exceptional writing and editing skills.

– Experience managing, coaching, and training staff.

– Ability to multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities.

– Digital fluency, both in creating and delivering virtual programs, using content management systems (CMS’s), and ArcGIS StoryMaps, or other interpretive applications and mediums.

– Knowledge of NYC and Central Park history a plus.

– Written fluency in additional language(s) a plus.

– Ability to work some evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed for program delivery.

– Valid driver’s license preferred.

Position Type :
Full Time

Union Status:
Non-Union

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Salary or Compensation:
$89K – $115,400 annually (based on level of experience)

Organization or Project Website:
http://www.centralparknyc.org

Application Info :
Please submit a cover letter and resume using the following link:

https://centralparknyc.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Central_Park_Conservancy/details/Manager-of-Education-and-Public-Interpretation_JR100142

Lead Educators & Teaching Assistants – Flushing/East Queens Programs

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:25:38 GMT

Splat Lab

Organization Description:
Splat Lab is seeking dynamic, engaging, and adventurous educators to join our team for after-school programs and workshops in Flushing, Whitestone, and East Queens. If you are a creative educator looking to grow your practice and thrive in a fun, hands-on program, this is the place for you

Position Description:
Splat Lab partners with 88+ NYC schools to provide high-quality and unique enrichment classes for youth. This year we are running 8-10 week after-school programs, 1-day popup workshops, school day residencies, and special events across the city.
Splat Lab (our most popular program): Splat Lab exists for the sole purpose of having fun! Each class has 4 rotating stations:
Main Splat – Hands-on activities like making slime, marshmallow towers, or ooze
Splat Create – Choice activities such as monster puppets or zine making
Open Splat – Open material stations like butcher paper, drawing, rainbow zone
Splat Build – Builds like cup towers, dominoes, and construction challenges

Reports to:
Programs Operations Manager

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
Lead Educators and Teaching Assistants facilitate engaging, hands-on enrichment classes at partner schools throughout East Queens. You’ll set up materials and activity stations, lead students through rotating hands-on projects, and manage classroom dynamics to ensure every child is engaged and having fun. Lead Educators direct the overall flow of class, delegate tasks to assistants, and serve as the primary contact for school coordinators. Teaching Assistants support station rotations, help individual students, and collaborate with the Lead Educator to maintain a positive, structured environment. After class, you’ll clean up materials, debrief with your teaching partner, and transport supplies as needed.

Candidate Qualifications :
Teaching Assistants ($25/hour)
Work with Lead Educators to support classes, manage stations, and ensure all students are engaged and on task.

Qualifications:
– 1-2 years working with youth in group settings (after-school, summer camps, museums, or early childhood)
– Strong group management skills
– Ability to take direction and collaborate effectively
– Experience with positive discipline practices
– Lead Educators ($35/hour)
– Lead classes independently, delegate Teaching Assistants or school support staff, and serve as the point person for programs.
– 2-3+ years of working with youth in a leadership role
– A dynamic, magnetic personality that engages all students
– Strong group management skills with the ability to confidently organize transitions, set up structured projects, and create clear rituals and routines
– Experience directing and collaborating with assistants to keep students excited and on task
– Strength-based, restorative, positive discipline approach
– A progressive teaching style
– Strong facilitation and classroom management skills
– Museum educators, teaching artists, or educators with Montessori, Waldorf, or Reggio Emilia backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply
– Exceptional candidates with 5+ years of experience leading youth programs may be considered for advanced roles.

What We Offer
– Paid non-teaching hours for setup, cleanup, training, and coaching
– Comprehensive training through our “Slime School” onboarding program
– Shadowing and mentorship opportunities
– Ongoing coaching tailored to your needs
– Community of creative, passionate educators
– Potential for promotion to the Master Teaching Artist level with significantly higher pay

Training & Support
We provide virtual training and shadowing opportunities for all educators to learn our teaching methods and curriculum. Lead Educators mentor TAs and give clear directions for each session. Pairs debrief regularly to ensure workshops are high quality, fun, and smooth.
We take onboarding seriously and provide extensive shadowing, coaching, and training before you lead your first program.

Position Type :
Part-Time

Union Status:
Non-Union

FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation :
$25 – $50

Organization or Project Website :
http://www.splatlab.com

Application Info :
Apply through our online system at: https://tinyurl.com/splatjob or email info@splatlab.com with an introduction about why you are a fun teacher kids will love and a copy of your resume

Full-Time School Programs Coordinator

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:12:03 GMT

Wave Hill

Organization Description:
An urban oasis, Wave Hill’s 28 acres sit high above the Hudson River with sweeping views and lots of open sky–an enchanting surprise for all the senses. Here nature is the springboard for workshops and walks, talks, contemporary art, live performances and more–there is always something to make, to learn or simply experience, each moment circling back to Wave Hill’s serene setting, inviting us to connect to nature in myriad ways.

Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org .

Position Description:
Facilitating learning experiences for Pre-K to 12th grader
sThe Education Department provides hands-on learning experiences for children, youth, teachers and intergenerational groups of visitors in the arts and sciences to educate and inspire life-long learners. School Programs at Wave Hill connect students to the natural world with high quality, personal, and hands-on experiences.

Reports to:
Assistant Director of Education

Job Requirements & Responsibilities :
The School Programs Coordinator facilitates and oversees all learning experiences for students in pre-K to 12th grade students including in-person and virtual academic year field trips, and summer camps. The Coordinator supports partnership programs/courses on a range of topics including natural sciences, art and local history, and teacher professional workshops. In collaboration with education staff the Coordinator researches, compiles and writes pedagogically appropriate lesson plans with a progressive, social and environmental justice-oriented teaching and learning style.

The Coordinator is responsible for the management and maintenance of supplies and education spaces. This individual supervises and trains school program interns and part time staff. The Coordinator works with the Education Assistant to ensure efficient administration of all school programming, including scheduling/booking programs, ordering supplies and processing check requests. The Coordinator supports department and institutional programs as needed.

Candidate Qualifications:

The Coordinator must have experience teaching with school communities in an informal setting and demonstrate cultural competency to work with diverse audiences. This individual must be comfortable interacting with large groups in the outdoors and in a classroom setting teaching natural science topics to all grade levels. In addition to teaching and administrative duties, additional requirements include:

– Degree in education, environmental/nature education, museum education or related field
– Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
– A minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience teaching with school community audiences
– Strong interest in Wave Hill’s education programs and mission
– Cultural competency to work with diverse and local Bronx communities
– Computer skills that include remote platforms and Microsoft Office
– Valid driver’s license
– Proficiency in Spanish a plus

Workspace
The primary workspace is in Wave Hill House, which has an accessible, ground-level entrance at the front of the building with a power-assist door. The restroom on the ground level is all-gender and ADA-compliant. Additional ADA-compliant restrooms are available on the lower level, which can be accessed by elevator. Due to the historic nature of Wave Hill House, the education program office located on the third floor is not wheelchair accessible. This area is reachable by a flight of wooden stairs totaling 19 steps. When outside, the educator should expect to traverse a variety of routes along mixed-material pathways and varying elevations.

Schedule & Salary
This is a full-time position reporting to the Assistant Director of Education. There is some offsite travel to schools and partner organizations, and occasional evenings and weekend days required. Salary is $50,000, plus benefits including: medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k, pension plan and life insurance.

Wave Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Wave Hill is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact humanresources@wavehill.org .

Position Type :
Full Time

Union Status:
Non-Union

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Salary or Compensation:
$50,000

Organization or Project Website :
https://www.wavehill.org

Application Info:

Send resume and cover letter in a single PDF document to the email address below. Please state School Programs Coordinator in the subject line.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, and only those receiving an interview will be contacted. Candidates asked to interview for the position will be required to submit a school programs curriculum sample and prepare a demonstrated lesson using information provided.

No telephone calls, please.
careers@wavehill.org

Private: Senior Visitor Experience Associate

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:52:12 GMT

New Museum of Contemporary Art

Organization Description:
The New Museum’s mission is simply “New Art, New Ideas.” Founded in 1977 by curator Marcia Tucker with a bold vision of presenting contemporary culture in a critical and scholarly context, the New Museum has been a leader among contemporary art museums for over 40 years, and is among the most respected internationally for its risk-taking curatorial program. The New Museum is a center for exhibitions, information, and documentation about living artists from around the world, focusing on emerging and under-recognized voices, and providing a platform for the artists who are defining our cultural moment. In 2007, the New Museum made history with the inauguration of its first permanent building at 235 Bowery designed by the Tokyo-based firm SANAA. Since that time, over 4 million have visited or attended programs and events, and the Museum has 155 exhibitions featuring over 600 artists from 60+ countries in our galleries, as well as over 1,200 public programs ranging from live performances, conferences, residencies, screening, after-school programs, and family days. For more information about the New Museum and its programs, please visit http://www.newmuseum.org .

Equal Opportunity Employer
The New Museum of Contemporary Art believes that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity and we do not discriminate against our staff members or applicants for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, sex, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran or citizenship status provided they are qualified and meet the requirements for the job. The New Museum provides reasonable accommodation to candidates with disabilities. As per New York State Guidelines, all candidates hired must be vaccinated with the COVID vaccine

Position Description:
Senior Visitor Experience Associates (SVEA) are ambassadors for the Museum and assists the Visitor Experience Manager (VEM) and Retail Manager (RM) in the day-to-day operation of the visitor services desk and New Museum Store including opening and closing of the museum lobby and oversees the implementation of museum policies. Work hours include weekends, evenings, holidays, and may encompass staffing at offsite events and projects. Senior Visitor Experience Associates reports to the Visitor Experience Manager and Retail Manager.
This position is a union-represented position subject to terms of the Museum’s agreement with Local 2110, UAW, and is eligible for the New Museum’s employee benefits programs. This is a part-time position with 22-24 hours/week and a pay rate of $23.85 per hour.

Reports to:
Visitor Experience Manager and Retail Manager

Job Requirements & Responsibilities:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Visitor Engagement
– Leads by example by proactively greeting and engaging visitors, providing outstanding professional, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and friendly service to museum visitors. Monitors and when necessary, assists with coordinating visitor flow.
– Oversees the implementation of museum policies with Visitor Experience Associates (VEAs), ensuring professional, warm and friendly customer service, assists with onboarding new VEAs and in enforcing museum protocols with visitors and internal policies with the Visitor Experience team, provides constructive feedback to VEAs in partnership with VEM and RM.
– Leads daily opening and closing procedures including cash counting and completing daily and weekly reports. Ensures lobby areas, store, and galleries are stocked, clean, and prepared to receive visitors prior to opening each day.
– Addresses and resolves visitor inquiries and feedback with professionalism and congeniality; including diffusing situations that may arise and escalating to VEM and RM as needed.
– Maintains up-to-date knowledge of museum exhibitions, programming, membership benefits, events, store products, and museum policies. Assist VEM and RM with update of product knowledge guide and visitor experience procedures guide.
– Assists with admission, public program, and special event ticket inquires, reservations and re-bookings in person, on the phone and via email.
– Assists with check-in and admissions for public programming and special events (exhibition openings, donor receptions and events, store pop-ups and events…etc.). Provides support in store special events, promotions and other related activities both on and off site.
– Provides some reception services for administrative staff.
Sales and Maintenance
– Works to meet individual and team store sales goals on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
– Sells tickets for exhibitions, public programming, and special events. Actively promotes and sells memberships and provides member support.
– Accurately performs cashier duties, process cash and credit card transactions with precision in accordance with museum policies and procedures. Reconciles cash drawers daily, perform necessary cash deposits and reports in accordance with museum procedures; ensures safe is always locked and secured.
– Approves and processes customer discounts exemptions, returns, voids and credits in accordance with museum policies and procedures.
– Monitors store and lobby supply and inventory levels, notify RM and VEM of low stock and supply levels.
– Receives merchandise and daily replenishment of store stock on shelves, in back stock areas, and replace merchandise that has sold from displays in store. Assists with processing online orders as needed.
– Operates the store and visitor services desk POS station including troubleshooting basic functions; assist with maintenance of POS supplies, printers, and credit card terminals.
– Maintains store product pricing and in store signage based on current promotions.
– Assists with physical inventory counts.
– Assists with visual merchandising and leads daily maintenance of the store and visitor services desk areas. Works with VEM and RM in visitor experience and store projects.
– Actively participates and contributes to team meetings.
– Other duties as assigned relating to visitor experience and retail operations.

Candidate Qualifications :
QUALIFICATION
SApplicants must be eager to provide professional, welcoming, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and friendly service to museum visitors. 2 to 3 years experience interacting with the public in a museum, gallery, retail, hospitality or cultural institution is required. Ability to communicate effectively, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize, follow through and complete assigned tasks is essential for this position; previous supervisory experience is a plus. Familiarity and comfort with cash handling, computers and technology is important. SVEAs must be able to occasionally lift 25-pound boxes and be physically active in the lobby, Store and storage areas. A passion for contemporary art is highly desired, and fluency in a foreign language is a plus. Senior Visitor Experience Associates report to the Visitor Experience Manager and Retail Manager
.Weekends and holidays required. A varying shift availability of early and evening hours may be required

Position Type :
Part-Time

Union Status:
Union

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Salary or Compensation:
$23.85 per hour

Organization or Project Website:
https://www.newmuseum.org

Application Info:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1f6b9d4e-d9c9-4a65-9886-3ae2bc274c25&ccId=19000101_000001&source=CC2&lang=en_US&selectedMenuKey=CurrentOpenings&jobId=510518

Demystifying Budgets: From Programs to Policy

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:04:55 GMT

Jan 26, 2026 1:30PM—2:30PM

Location

Zoom

Categories

NYCMER

Join us for a virtual program to learn more about budgeting

When:

Monday, January 26, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Where:

Zoom

Cost:

Free

Register:

Zoom Registration

Join NYCMER for a practical introduction to understanding organizational finances.

This virtual program will offer three separate breakout sessions, designed to support museum professionals at all stages of their careers—from learning basic budget language to gaining insights into the full lifecycle of a grant to those responsible for department-wide financial strategy.

Participants will gain tools they can apply to their own work, whether they are managing a single program or overseeing an entire department, and provide you with the tools to navigate budgets with confidence.

Entry Level: Introduction to Budget Basics – Veronica Miller, Manager of Education Programming, Bronx Zoo
Learn essential financial terminology and understand how to build and manage a program budget using a basic margin sheet model.

Mid Level: Grants Management Essentials – Lou Bankston, Manager of Grants, WCS Education, Wildlife Conservation Society
Gain insights into the full lifecycle of a grant—from writing a strong application to navigating compliance and preparing a polished final report.

Senior Level: Departmental Strategy & Long-Term Planning – Dr. Preeti Gupta, Director for Youth Learning and Research
Explore how to manage a department through strategic oversight of programming, grants, and staffing. Learn how to create balanced, sustainable budgets that support long-range goals and organizational growth.

Annual Individual Membership – $45
Annual Student Membership – $25
Institutional Membership (includes three memberships) – $110

Accessibility:

Stay Connected:

Share your thoughts about this program via social media using #NYCMER. Follow NYCMER on Twitter , Instagram , and LinkedIn for updates about this and all other NYCMER programs.

2025 Annual NYCMER Holiday Party

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:08:43 GMT

Dec 16, 2025 6:00PM—8:30PM

Location

150W17TH (150 West 17th Street, New York, NY 10011)

Categories

NYCMER

Happy Holidays! Join us for an evening of music, friends, and celebration at the annual NYCMER Holiday Party. Enjoy special access to the 150W17TH space, including a private viewing of the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art’s interactive social and emotional learning space, Mandala Lab. We’ll raise a glass to a year of growth, collaboration, and community with your fellow NYCMER members!

This year’s celebration will be especially meaningful, as the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art closed its Manhattan galleries on October 6, 2024. We are honored to gather in this iconic space! The Rubin is dedicated to promoting Himalayan art and its insights through traveling exhibitions , partnerships , participatory experiences, long-term object loans , research, resources for artists and scholars, and educational initiatives.

Party registration is free for members including a +1! Non-members are $10, and non-member students are $8. All registrations include one free raffle ticket, more will be available for purchase through Eventbrite or during the party. Proceeds go right back to NYCMER to help fund our programming!

The NYCMER Holiday Raffle is on!
We will have our annual raffle at this year’s Holiday Party! This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your organization while spreading a little extra holiday cheer.

Have a raffle donation?
We’d love to include it! Perhaps you or your institution have something holiday-themed, museum-related, or unique to your location to contribute. Great prizes could include swag, books, tickets, tours, or even memberships.

If you’re interested in donating, thank you! Please fill out this form to share your idea or ask any questions about what might be appropriate. We understand that some donations may require approval, and we’ll be in touch to confirm your contribution.

Feeling extra festive? Learn about opportunities to make the most out of NYCMER in the new year through Peer Groups, monthly programs, board elections, and the NYCMER Annual Conference! Representatives from the NYCMER Board, Peer Groups, and the Conference Committee will be on hand to share not only a toast, but also information about getting involved!

Registration and more information can be found here.

Not yet a Member? Join before the party and save!

Annual Individual Membership – $45

Annual Student Membership – $25

Institutional Membership (includes three memberships) – $110

Accessibility:

NYCMER is committed to providing opportunities for all of our members to participate in our programs and engage with one another. Should you require accessibility services, please contact info@nycmer.org as soon as possible.

COVID-19 is still present. We are a mask-friendly organization. This event will include eating and drinking.

Stay Connected:

Share your thoughts about this program via social media using #NYCMER. Follow NYCMER on Instagram , and LinkedIn for updates about this and all other NYCMER programs.

Save the Date: NYCMER Annual Conference

Sun, 18 May 2025 15:58:57 GMT

May 18, 2026

Categories

NYCMER

Save the date for Monday, May 18th, 2026! Tickets will be available soon. Conference updates can be found HERE.

A Statement from the NYCMER Board

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 07:33:41 GMT

Dear NYCMER Community,

On behalf of the NYCMER Board, we want to acknowledge that many of us are grappling with the deep and lasting consequences of the recent actions imposed by the Trump Administration.

On March 14th, President Trump issued an executive order directing further cuts to the Institute of Museum and Library Services, endangering funding for our pilot programs, workforce trainings, and basic services like internet and computer access in our libraries. On top of that, millions of dollars in grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities are being cancelled, thrusting our humanities institutions—those dedicated to preserving community history and identity—into an anxious and uncertain future.

These actions will have far-reaching consequences as museums and libraries are complexly intertwined with their communities and local economies. For us in the informal education world, they can be everything from our profession and income to our passion and purpose. For museum educators, library staff, and all those personally and professionally affected by these actions, we want you to know we see you and are there with you. Your fears and frustrations are valid.

NYCMER is dedicated to engaging in advocacy by and for museum workers. If you are seeking connection and support, we encourage you to explore NYCMER Peer Groups as a space to find like-minded colleagues.

Many people are taking actions to support the field. Below are two resources that you and your peers can use to take action.

Lastly, our upcoming conference, Welcome: Museums in Community , on May 19 will highlight the power of community building. We hope you will join us at the conference and at upcoming NYCMER events as we continue to strengthen our network across the metropolitan region. Together, we are far from powerless!

We appreciate your dedication to NYCMER and will continue to advocate for our vital work.

Thank you,

NYCMER Board

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