Learning & Engagement Assistant (Contingent) — Museum Programs

Columbus-Museum-of-Art; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Columbus Museum of Art in Columbus, OH is seeking a Learning & Engagement Staff member to support education programs for families and youth. This contingent role will work on an as-needed basis, including after-school and weekend opportunities.

The role involves assisting with program prep, studio activities, gallery hands-on activities, and off-site public programming, requiring strong communication and a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in education, youth and family programming, or customer service.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff and teachers/caregivers on collaborative projects.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Willingness to be flexible with work schedule (including weekends and evenings) to accommodate programs.
• The ability to think creatively, stay organized, and approach assigned roles with strategic problem-solving and self-sufficiency.
• Demonstratable cultural competency and comfort engaging with diverse peoples and backgrounds.
• Fluency in another language in addition to English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Learning and Engagement with program preparation, execution, and reflection.
• Organize, maintain, reset the Studio space, coordinating with L&E management for maintenance and facility needs.
• Organize, maintain, and prep hands-on activities in the galleries.
• Interact with visitors to create a welcoming and creative environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Education experience

Youth programming

Customer service

Communication

Flexibility

Bilingual

Job description

The Columbus Museum of Art in Columbus, OH is seeking a Learning & Engagement Staff member to support education programs for families and youth. This contingent role will work on an as-needed basis, including after-school and weekend opportunities.

The role involves assisting with program prep, studio activities, gallery hands-on activities, and off-site public programming, requiring strong communication and a customer-service mindset.