Inspiring Museum Educator - Part-Time, Weekend Onsite

MASS MoCA; North Adams (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Roth 401(k) option

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Massachusetts Earned Sick Time

Emergency Assistance Fund (LemonAid)

Retirement planning support

Professional development reimbursement

Educational leave

ROAM (Reciprocal Organization of Arts)

Student loan repayment assistance

Discounts at Gift Shop and R&D Store

Staff appreciation social events year‑

Job summary

MASS MoCA in North Adams, MA, is seeking a Museum Educator for a part-time, on-site role requiring approximately 10–15 hours per week, with at least one weekend shift. The position focuses on guiding museum experiences, engaging visitors across age groups, and linking artworks to broader art history and contemporary topics.

Responsibilities include leading tours, supporting Kidspace and ArtBar activities, coordinating with partners, and contributing to curricula development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in education, art administration, art history, or performing arts.
• This is an entry-level position.
• At least 1 year work experience is preferred.
• Preference for a commitment of a minimum of one year.
• Experience teaching within museum settings and/or fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead museum-wide tours for visitors of all ages with interactive discussions and hands-on art-making activities.
• Engage visitors in Kidspace through conversations, art-making activities at the ArtBar, and in-person public programming.
• Assist with art supply inventory, organization, and upkeep of Kidspace and the ArtBar.
• Coordinate schedules and group visits with Public Programs and Visitor Experience Department.
• Collaborate to develop tour outlines and related curricula activities and art projects.
• Complete initial training.
• Commit to a minimum of 8 shifts per month.
• Attend ongoing monthly meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong writing

Team player

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

MASS MoCA in North Adams, MA, is seeking a Museum Educator for a part-time, on-site role requiring approximately 10–15 hours per week, with at least one weekend shift. The position focuses on guiding museum experiences, engaging visitors across age groups, and linking artworks to broader art history and contemporary topics.

Responsibilities include leading tours, supporting Kidspace and ArtBar activities, coordinating with partners, and contributing to curricula development.