Adult Programs Educator - Engage & Learn

Newfields; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfields in Indianapolis is seeking an Assistant Educator for Adult Programs to develop and coordinate learning experiences that deepen engagement with exhibitions and campus events.

You will translate curatorial research into accessible formats, manage program timelines across AV, Operations, and Curatorial teams, and support artists and guest speakers to ensure smooth execution. The role requires collaboration with multiple departments and occasional evening/weekend work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Museum Education, Art History, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience developing learning experiences for adults in a museum setting.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices.
• Experience with performance, film, or artist-centered programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• With the Director of Public Programs, develop, coordinate, and implement adult programs that extend Newfields’ exhibitions, collections, and campus experiences.
• Translate curatorial research, exhibition themes, and institutional priorities into accessible program formats that strengthen adult engagement.
• Manage program timelines, production needs, and cross-departmental coordination with AV, Operations, Garden and Park, Facilities, Curatorial, and other Newfields teams.
• Support artists, performers, curators, and guest speakers while helping ensure smooth program execution.
• Prepare program materials, interpretive resources, marketing copy, and related communications that support audience understanding and engagement.
• Track attendance, audience feedback, and engagement data for evaluation, reporting, and program improvement.
• Contribute to Learning Innovation initiatives, including interpretive resource development, collaborative programs, and audience research.
• Draft contracts, travel requests, and purchasing requisitions in alignment with Newfields policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget tracking, documentation, and program records.

Skills

Public program practices

Adult learning

Art history

Full lifecycle of programs

Time management

Discretion

Museum garden environments

Communication with artists/curators

Accessibility and inclusion

Canva

Education

Master’s degree in Museum Education

Master’s degree in Art History

Tools

Canva

Job description

Newfields in Indianapolis is seeking an Assistant Educator for Adult Programs to develop and coordinate learning experiences that deepen engagement with exhibitions and campus events.

You will translate curatorial research into accessible formats, manage program timelines across AV, Operations, and Curatorial teams, and support artists and guest speakers to ensure smooth execution. The role requires collaboration with multiple departments and occasional evening/weekend work.