Job Listing: Education Manager for School, Youth, and Family Programs

Virginia Association of Museums; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a new cultural institution in DC, seeking an Education Manager to lead innovative programs for school and family audiences. This role involves overseeing educational services, designing engaging curricula, and fostering partnerships with local schools and organizations. Join a passionate team dedicated to enriching the community's understanding of Jewish history and culture. With a strong focus on audience engagement and educational excellence, this position promises a rewarding experience in a vibrant, inclusive environment. Be part of a transformative journey as the museum prepares to welcome the public in 2023.

Benefits

Generous vacation schedule

Health insurance (75% employer paid)

Metro Stipend

Life Insurance

403b retirement account with 3% employer match

Qualifications

• 5+ years in education or museum education roles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee services for school groups and family audiences.
• Design and implement educational programs linking to exhibitions.

Skills

Education Management

Curriculum Design

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Jewish History

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Job Listing: Education Manager for School, Youth, and Family Programs

Position Title – Education Manager for School, Youth, and Family Programs

Salary - $55,000-60,000

Job Type - Full-Time

Apply: Interested applicants are asked to please forward a resume and cover letter in a single PDF to [e-mail]. Please put in the subject line Edu/your name.

The Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum seeks an experienced educator to work closely with the Executive Director and our small professional team to serve school and family audiences with excellence and move the Museum forward at this exciting critical juncture. The newest addition to the cultural landscape of DC, we are completing the building and exhibitions and preparing to open to the public in June 2023.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee all services and experiences for school groups, family, and youth audiences.
2. Conceptualize, design, and implement curriculum, school visits and field trips, effectively linking the Museum exhibitions and content to State Standards, curricular goals, and teachers’ needs.
3. Design and implement programs for families and intergenerational audiences.
4. Participate as an active member of the Education team, along with the Education Manager for Programs, and Education Coordinator, volunteers, and interns.
5. Lead walking tours and train new guides.
6. Conduct school group visits and train other staff and volunteers to facilitate visits.
7. In partnership with the Education and Curatorial teams, plan activities and resources for our Community Action Lab—as an extension of the core exhibition and a lively expression of the “Act” segment of our mission.
8. Manage School programs and visit logistics, with the Education Coordinator.
9. Assist with grant proposal development as it relates to school, youth, and family audiences.
10. Build partnerships with other collegial, museum, and community organizations; school systems in DC, suburban Maryland, and Northern Virginia, Jewish day and religious schools, other parochial, independent, and charter schools.
11. Develop discovery carts and tactile exhibit exploration kits for families.
12. Occasional evening and weekend work required.

Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

1. Five+ years in increasingly responsible education or museum education positions.
2. Proven record of success in education in the metro Washington, DC area is a strong asset.
3. Classroom experience a plus.
4. Knowledge of Jewish life and history and DC regional history valued; interest and commitment to urban and social justice issues a plus.
5. Experience, comfort, and demonstrated success working with students and across intergenerational audiences.
6. Passion for the mission of the Museum and audience engagement.
7. Energetic, creative, and organized with impeccable professional accountability and work ethic.
8. Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

About the Capital Jewish Museum

The Capital Jewish Museum is a new Jewish history and culture museum under construction (and nearly complete) located at 3rd and F St. NW, Washington, DC, just a block from the National Building Museum, and a short walk from Union Station. The Museum will open our doors to the public in late spring 2023. The new Capital Jewish Museum explores the Jewish experience in the national capital region, CJM inspires visitors to connect, reflect and act: connect personally and collectively, reflect on the relevance of the past to today, and act on behalf of their values and communities.

Salary and Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience within the range of $55,000-60,000. The Capital Jewish Museum offers a generous vacation schedule, and benefits package that includes health insurance (employer pays 75% of employee), Metro Stipend, Life Insurance, and a 403b retirement account with a 3% employer match after a vestment period.

To Apply

Interested applicants are asked to please forward a resume and cover letter in a single PDF to [e-mail]. Please put in the subject line Edu/your name. Offer of employment contingent upon a pre-employment background check and proof of vaccination against COVID-19. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. CJM encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, and veteran status.