Museum Educator: Community Arts & Education Programs

Association of Academic Museums & Galleries.; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University seeks a Museum Educator to develop and manage educational programs aligned with the museum and university mission. You will plan, implement, and evaluate activities, tours, and workshops for diverse audiences including students, teachers, families, and community members.

Responsibilities include coordinating calendars, budgeting, internships, and campus partnerships, with opportunities to mentor student staff and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 1-3 years art teaching experience in a museum, classroom, or informal setting.
• Experience in developing art-integrated education programs, art-making workshops, and curriculum is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of art history.

Responsibilities

• Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate on-site creative art activities and educational programs for visitors, including school children K-12, public and private school teachers, families, university students, faculty and staff, and senior citizens.
• Develop and deliver informed gallery tours to school and community groups and organizations.
• Supervise and mentor education student assistants, volunteers, and interns.
• Engage in data collection and evaluation of participant feedback.
• Assist with grant development for educational programs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art, Art History, Art Education, Museum Studies, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Wichita Falls Museum of Art at Midwestern State University seeks a Museum Educator to develop and manage educational programs aligned with the museum and university mission. You will plan, implement, and evaluate activities, tours, and workshops for diverse audiences including students, teachers, families, and community members.

Responsibilities include coordinating calendars, budgeting, internships, and campus partnerships, with opportunities to mentor student staff and collaborate with