Engaging Public Programs Educator for Kids (Arts & STEM)

childrensmuseumofmanhattan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) is seeking a Public Programs Educator for part-time, nonexempt work at our Upper West Side location. You will lead drop-in programs and activities for Birth-8 children with caregiver participation, fostering play and early learning.

Join a team that values hands-on exploration, arts, science, and culture. The role involves friendly family engagement, classroom-like setting, and collaboration with Public Programs staff to connect visitors with CMOM

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (ages 0-6) and families in informal or formal settings such as museums, preschools, daycares, or afterschool programs.
• Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills in arts education and early childhood education.
• Ability to engage with diverse families with warmth, diplomacy, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead drop-in programs and activities (artmaking, storytelling, play, music, movement) for visiting families and children.
• Assist in preparing materials for future family programs and reset of exhibition spaces.
• Welcome families, guide activities, and provide materials/information to help navigation of the space.
• Support cleaning team in maintaining program areas and exhibit spaces.

Skills

Young children

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (helpful)

Education

Arts education degree

Early childhood education background

Job description

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) is seeking a Public Programs Educator for part-time, nonexempt work at our Upper West Side location. You will lead drop-in programs and activities for Birth-8 children with caregiver participation, fostering play and early learning.

Join a team that values hands-on exploration, arts, science, and culture. The role involves friendly family engagement, classroom-like setting, and collaboration with Public Programs staff to connect visitors with CMOM