Associate Director, Arts Education – Hybrid (2 Remote Days)

New York Public Library; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Public Library’s Library for the Performing Arts seeks an Associate Director of Education to guide a growing education program, aligning scholarly, K–12, and community initiatives with NYPL’s strategic priorities. You will lead a team, manage collaborations with Lincoln Center resident organizations, and expand access to performing arts education across citywide curricula.

This senior leader will foster collaboration, oversee program development, and drive fundraising and public

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Education, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Library Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of related education experience; classroom experience helpful but not required.
• 5–7 years of demonstrated supervisory/management experience.
• Deep knowledge of the history and current landscape of the performing arts; commitment to diverse voices.
• Knowledge of NYC & NYS education standards for curriculum and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a vision for LPA’s education department aligned with NYPL’s goal to expand learning and democratize research.
• Promote equity in access to arts education by balancing programs across disciplines.
• Collaborate with CES and Branch Libraries Education to integrate LPA’s archival focus into citywide curricula.
• Create a strategy for integrating students using LPA as a third space into programs and exhibitions.
• Lead fundraising and external relations to support educational initiatives.

Skills

Strategy & leadership

Curriculum design

Partnership development

Fundraising

Public speaking

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Education, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Library Science, or a related field

Job description

The New York Public Library’s Library for the Performing Arts seeks an Associate Director of Education to guide a growing education program, aligning scholarly, K–12, and community initiatives with NYPL’s strategic priorities. You will lead a team, manage collaborations with Lincoln Center resident organizations, and expand access to performing arts education across citywide curricula.

This senior leader will foster collaboration, oversee program development, and drive fundraising and public