Museum Educator: Community & Student Programs Lead

The University Of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Smart Museum of Art invites applications for a Museum Educator, Community Engagement. The role leads community tours, oversees the internship and student gallery guide programs, and collaborates with K-12 education to enhance gallery experiences.

Reporting to the Feitler Center director, this full-time position emphasizes experiential learning and student mentorship. Responsibilities include developing training curricula, coordinating tour frameworks, and supervising

Qualifications

• College or university degree required.
• 2–5 years of related work experience.
• Certifications not specified.

Responsibilities

• Develops and leads public tours for community groups and the general public, in collaboration with the student gallery guide program.
• Provides support for K-12 tours and public programs as needed.
• Manages the Student Gallery Guide Program, training and mentoring student guides.
• Represents the museum at campus events and external initiatives.
• Maintains budgets, records, schedules, and project documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Teaching & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

CRM/education software

Job description

The University of Chicago's Smart Museum of Art invites applications for a Museum Educator, Community Engagement. The role leads community tours, oversees the internship and student gallery guide programs, and collaborates with K-12 education to enhance gallery experiences.

Reporting to the Feitler Center director, this full-time position emphasizes experiential learning and student mentorship. Responsibilities include developing training curricula, coordinating tour frameworks, and supervising