TD Public Programmes and Learning Fellow

Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cultural institution in Toronto seeks a TD Public Programmes and Learning Fellow to deliver engaging learning programs and lead community initiatives. The role involves organizing workshops, facilitating tours, and developing inclusive content. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience in public programming and community engagement. This full-time position is hybrid and offers an annual salary of $50,700 while providing ample opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractions Ontario Benefits

Toronto Attractions Council Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in arts or public programming.
• Experience in developing community-based partnerships.
• Track record of executing diverse public programs.

Responsibilities

• Leading MOCA’s Youth Council and related programs.
• Organizing and facilitating learning workshops and tours.
• Researching and editing digital content for online platforms.

Skills

Community engagement and inclusion

Knowledge of contemporary art practices

Experience with children and youth

Public programming

Ability to lift equipment up to 30 lbs

Flexibility for evening and weekend work

Tools

Google Suite

Asana

Job description

Application Deadline: 24 August 2025

Department: Programming

Location: Museum of Contemporary Art Toronto, Canada

Compensation: $50,700 / year

Description

Position Summary

Posted on: July 25, 2025
Closing on: August 24, 2025
Location: Toronto, ON
Employment Type: Full-time, 1 year contract
Remote/Onsite: Hybrid
Level: Fellow
Report to: Curator of Public Programmes
Start date: October 6, 2025
Salary: $50,700 per annum
Benefits: Attractions Ontario Benefits and Toronto Attractions Council Benefits

Reporting to the Curator of Public Programmes, the TD Public Programmes and Learning Fellow will collaborate with the team to research, coordinate, and deliver diverse public and learning programmes online and in-person.

The Fellow will organize and lead learning workshops, TD Community Sunday programming, group sessions, and guided tours, aligning with the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 exhibition seasons. This role also includes leading MOCA’s Youth Council, Creative Youth, including recruiting and onboarding the council’s 2025 incumbents.

The Fellowship offers extensive opportunities to network with educators, artists, and cultural leaders, enhancing professional and creative growth. It also provides a chance to develop accessible and inclusive learning content related to and beyond MOCA’s exhibitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading MOCA’s Youth Council, Creative Youth, by developing programme plans, conducting outreach and research, and delivering weekly sessions.
• Organizing, producing, facilitating, and delivering select learning workshops and guided tours, including but not limited to those for MOCA Family Weekends.
• Organizing, producing, facilitating, and delivering select public programmes.
• Researching, producing, and editing digital content, including PDFs, videos, and other materials as needed for MOCA’s online platforms; photography skills are an asset.
• Performing administrative tasks including, but not limited to, contract drafting, managing rental logistics, handling communications, and overseeing budgeting.
• Assisting with live events.
• Leading two semester-long sessions of MOCA’s Youth Council, Creative Youth, and overseeing the delivery of two youth-led programmes.
• Producing clear, organized, and engaging learning workshops and public programmes tailored to MOCA’s target audiences.
• Creating content within the frameworks, guidelines, and structures set by MOCA Toronto for various in-person and online platforms, including photography, writing, and editing.
• Establishing and nurturing both new and pre-existing community and programming relationships.
• Collaborating with the Learning Coordinator and Art Educators on educational programme development and delivery, including school tours, workshops, and programmes.
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Must-haves

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in the development, execution, and/or research of arts, learning, or public programmes, with a strong background in community engagement and inclusion.
• Knowledge of contemporary art practices.
• Demonstrated experience working with the public, including children (ages 4-14), youth (ages 14-18), and families.
• Proven track record in developing and executing community-based partnerships and collaborations.
• Extensive experience in developing, supporting, or executing a diverse range of public programmes and learning opportunities, such as performances, panel discussions/talks, community-based activations, site-specific events, and group visitations.
• Ability to move tables, chairs, and other equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Ability for evening and weekend work.
  
  

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in Google Suite and related programmes, including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Familiarity with online project management software, such as Asana, is beneficial.
  
  

Benefits

Attractions Ontario Benefits and Toronto Attractions Council Benefits