Head of Education & Community Learning

National Museum of Wildlife Art; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza seeks a creative, collaborative Head of Education to shape the next phase of our educational programs, resources and community engagement. Reporting to the Chief Experience Officer, you will provide strategic leadership and hands-on direction for educational initiatives while supporting the Education team.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced museum or informal learning professional with a track record in school programs, community partnerships and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years in museum education, informal learning, public programming, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience developing educational experiences for multiple audiences (K-12, educators, families, adults).
• Strong knowledge of current museum education practices and audience-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Curatorial, Collections and Exhibitions to translate content into educational experiences.
• Represent audience and educational needs in exhibition planning and interpretation.
• Work with Marketing to raise awareness and participation in educational programs.
• Track participation and outcomes using surveys, observations and assessments.
• Support grant-funded education initiatives and assist with proposals, reporting and outcomes.
• Provide leadership and mentorship for Education staff, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Set departmental priorities and manage programs, schedules, budgets and resources.
• Maintain current knowledge of museum education standards and trends.
• Represent the Museum in education and museum communities locally and nationally.
• Develop partnerships to extend educational reach and impact.
• Lead growth of K-12 school program, including facilitated and self-guided experiences.
• Develop engaging in-gallery resources to encourage exploration and connections to history.
• Ensure alignment with standards and best practices in museum education.
• Develop educator professional development opportunities and extend impact beyond a single visit.
• Evaluate student and educator experiences to strengthen programs.
• Develop and expand programs for adult, family and intergenerational audiences.
• Grow community outreach through libraries, centers, schools and organizations in North Texas.
• Identify opportunities to reach new audiences and extend learning beyond the Museum site.
• Develop accessible programs and welcoming learning experiences for diverse visitors.
• Build relationships with educators and community partners.

Skills

Museum education

Public programming

Community engagement

Leadership

Project management

Grant writing

Educational strategy

Education partnerships

Education

Master’s degree in history, anthropology, museum studies, education, American studies or related field

Job description

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza seeks a creative, collaborative Head of Education to shape the next phase of our educational programs, resources and community engagement. Reporting to the Chief Experience Officer, you will provide strategic leadership and hands-on direction for educational initiatives while supporting the Education team.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced museum or informal learning professional with a track record in school programs, community partnerships and