Assistant Educator, Intergenerational & Community Programs

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

Job summary

Newfields is seeking an Assistant Educator for Intergenerational & Community Programs in Indianapolis. You will work under the Director of Public Programs to design and deliver engaging, accessible programs for diverse audiences.

This full-time role requires 3–5 years of museum education experience, strong community partnerships, and proficiency with Canva for materials. Evening and weekend availability is expected. Salary offered is $50,000–$52,000 with growth potential within Public Programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in museum education or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years developing and implementing education or community programs in a museum.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse partners.
• Experience with Canva for program materials.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and implement engaging intergenerational programs with leadership from the Director.
• Build relationships with community organizations and cultural partners.
• Collaborate across departments to promote and deliver programs.
• Provide on-site leadership in galleries, gardens, and campus spaces.
• Manage timelines, production needs, and cross-department coordination.
• Draft contracts, travel requests, and purchasing requisitions.
• Develop program copy and interpretive resources.
• Track attendance and feedback for evaluation.
• Assist with budget tracking and program records.
• Support graphic needs using Canva.

Skills

Intergenerational programming

Community engagement

Judgment & discretion

Time management

Communication

Accessibility & inclusion

Organization & recordkeeping

Graphic design (Canva)

Evenings & weekends

Education

Master’s degree in Museum Education or related field

3–5 years museum education/programs experience

Tools

Canva

Job description

Assistant Educator, Intergenerational & Community Programs

Job Category: Education and Research

Requisition Number: ASSIS001676

Contract: Full-Time

Locations

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Newfields
4000 Michigan Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA

Description

Opportunity Title: Assistant Educator, Intergenerational & Community Programs

Reports To: Director of Public Programs

Salary Range: $50,000–$52,000

Responsibilities

• With the Director of Public Programs, design, coordinate, and implement engaging programs that reflect institutional priorities and deliver exceptional audience experiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, artists, and cultural partners.
• Collaborate across Newfields to support successful planning, promotion, and delivery of programs.
• Provide on-site leadership across museum galleries, gardens, and campus-wide spaces.
• Manage program timelines, production needs, and cross-departmental coordination with AV, security, visitor experience, custodial, culinary, horticulture, and community partners.Ensure accurate and timely information is provided to Newfield’s teams.
• Draft contracts, travel requests, and purchasing requisitions adhering to Newfields policies and procedures.
• Develop program copy, including marketing materials and interpretive resources.
• Track attendance, audience feedback, and engagement data for evaluation and reporting.
• Assist with budget tracking, documentation, and maintaining program records.
• Use tools such as Canva or similar platforms to support graphic needs for program materials.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of intergenerational programming principles and community engagement best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to support programs through their full life cycle, from concepting through completion.
• Exceptional judgment, time management, and discretion.
• Ability to navigate both museum and garden/park environments.
• Clear, effective communication with community partners, colleagues, and audiences.
• Commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and equitable museum practices.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Education and/or Experience

• Master’s degree in Museum Education, Education, Community Arts, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience developing and implementing education or community programs in a museum setting.
• Demonstrated track record of building collaborative relationships with diverse community partners.

Physical Demands of Work Environment

Physical demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds and navigate uneven terrain.

Work environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Evening, weekend, and some holiday duties will be required. Adjustment to schedules may be required based on events and schedule.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Education.

Experience

Required

3-5 years:

Experience developing and implementing education or community programs in a museum setting.

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