Museum Educator: Inspiring Gallery Tours & Arts Programs

e-Active B.V.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free admission to the Museum

Store and café discounts

Job summary

Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena seeks an Education/Community Engagement professional to lead tours of the permanent collection and special exhibitions for adults, and to guide school programs for grades 5–12. The role also involves facilitating art-making programs for children aged 4–18 and staying current with museum education practices.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in art education, a student-centered approach, and ability to engage diverse communities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience engaging diverse museum or classroom audiences.
• Experience teaching with artworks using student-centered, inclusive strategies.
• Ability to connect with diverse regional communities.
• Foreign language skills (Spanish, French, Mandarin) are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lead guided tours of the permanent collection and special exhibitions for adult audiences.
• Lead guided tours for the Museum’s school program for grades 5-12.
• Facilitate art making programs for children ages 4-18.
• Attend trainings on accessibility, inclusion, and museum education initiatives.

Skills

Audience engagement

Art education

Inclusive teaching

Languages desirable

Education

BA/MA in art history or related field

Job description

Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena seeks an Education/Community Engagement professional to lead tours of the permanent collection and special exhibitions for adults, and to guide school programs for grades 5–12. The role also involves facilitating art-making programs for children aged 4–18 and staying current with museum education practices.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in art education, a student-centered approach, and ability to engage diverse communities.