Education & Visitor Experience Director

Sandbox; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO with educational time off

Healthcare stipends for medical, and D

Job summary

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) in Richmond seeks a Director of Education and Visitor Experience to lead educational programs, tours, and community partnerships. This role shapes the museum's educational vision and ensures accessible, inclusive learning for students, families, and lifelong learners.

You will oversee curriculum design, docent development, and partnerships while collaborating with curatorial, communications, and community teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Museum Studies, History, African American Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience developing or leading educational programming in a museum, cultural institution, or community setting.
• Strong understanding of Virginia’s Black history and the African American experience.
• Experience with interpretive storytelling, curriculum design, or public engagement.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire diverse audiences through education.
• Comfort using digital tools and multimedia to enhance learning experiences.
• Collaborative, team-oriented leadership approach.
• Ability to support weekend, evening, and special event programming.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing dynamic educational programs, workshops, and school partnerships aligned with Virginia’s SOLs.
• Overseeing docent and volunteer training to ensure engaging tours for all visitors.
• Designing interpretive materials and experiences that make Black history relevant and interactive for diverse audiences.
• Coordinating in-school presentations and community outreach opportunities.
• Monitoring and updating educational content for historical accuracy and mission alignment.
• Collaborating with curatorial, communications, and community engagement teams to integrate exhibits into education.
• Evaluating program participation and impact through feedback and metrics.
• Managing the education budget to keep programs sustainable and community-centered.
• Supporting museum-wide events and public programming to deepen visitor learning.

Skills

Education planning

Museum programming

Public engagement

Curriculum design

Interpretive storytelling

Communication

Digital tools

Collaborative leadership

Weekend/evening flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Museum Studies or History or African American Studies

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) in Richmond seeks a Director of Education and Visitor Experience to lead educational programs, tours, and community partnerships. This role shapes the museum's educational vision and ensures accessible, inclusive learning for students, families, and lifelong learners.

You will oversee curriculum design, docent development, and partnerships while collaborating with curatorial, communications, and community teams.