Education & Community Engagement Director

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO policy

Healthcare stipends

Job summary

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond seeks a Director of Education and Visitor Experience to lead education and engagement initiatives that inspire learners of all ages. Shape the museum’s educational vision, develop programs, tours, and partnerships, and bring Black history to life for diverse audiences.

You’ll collaborate across teams, oversee curriculum design, support docent development, and manage the education budget, all while advancing inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Museum Studies, History, African American Studies, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years creating or leading educational programming in a museum or cultural setting.
• Strong understanding of Virginia Black history and African American experiences.
• Experience with interpretive storytelling, curriculum design, or public engagement.
• Excellent communication with diverse audiences; able to inspire learners.
• Comfort with digital tools and multimedia to enhance learning.
• Collaborative, team-oriented leadership; inclusive approach.
• Willingness to support weekend, evening, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage dynamic educational programs, workshops, and school partnerships aligned with SOLs.
• Oversee docent and volunteer training for engaging, accurate tours.
• Design interpretive materials and experiences that make Black history relevant and interactive.
• Coordinate in-school presentations and community outreach, including outdoor events.
• Monitor and update educational content for accuracy and alignment with the museum’s mission.
• Collaborate with curatorial, communications, and community teams to integrate exhibits into education.
• Evaluate program participation and impact using visitor feedback and metrics.
• Manage the education budget to ensure sustainable, creative, community-centered programs.
• Support museum-wide events and public programming to deepen visitor connections.

Skills

Educational program development

Public engagement

Communication

Digital tools

Collaboration

Flexibility

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies

Bachelor’s degree in History

Bachelor’s degree in African American Studies

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond seeks a Director of Education and Visitor Experience to lead education and engagement initiatives that inspire learners of all ages. Shape the museum’s educational vision, develop programs, tours, and partnerships, and bring Black history to life for diverse audiences.

You’ll collaborate across teams, oversee curriculum design, support docent development, and manage the education budget, all while advancing inclusive learning