Nordic Handcraft Programs Lead (Hybrid/Onsite)

American Swedish Institute; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Handcraft Programs Coordinator at the American Swedish Institute leads and supports Nordic handcraft programming for children, families, and adults both on-site and off-site. You’ll coordinate instructors, volunteers, and events to ensure engaging, high-quality guest experiences.

You will develop curriculum, manage materials, and supervise staff to maintain safety and learning outcomes while collaborating with operations and marketing teams for campus events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Humanities/Arts, Education, Scandinavian Studies or equivalent experience.
• Knowledgeable, enthusiastic practitioner of traditional handcraft.
• 1–3 years teaching experience in experiential or folk education style programming.
• Experience working safely with children, youth, and adult learners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate programs, staff, instructors, artists, and volunteers with clear instructions.
• Solid organizational skills with multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise initiative and lead projects within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to read and understand contracts and interact with diverse groups.
• Willing to work non-traditional hours including weekends/evenings.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and develop the annual handcraft program plan with the Cultural Programs Manager.
• Serve as primary contact for teaching artists, staff, and volunteers during planning, execution, and closing.
• Adhere to budget and collect/maintain program content and materials.
• Coordinate administrative processes and ensure documents are signed.
• Maintain and improve documentation and evaluation for all programs.
• Collaborate with programs managers and marketing to promote programs and events.
• Support artist markets, demonstrations, and activities for major events.
• Support Malmberg Scholarship and Fellowship Program.
• Represent ASI at offsite events for community engagement.

Skills

Handcraft knowledge

Teaching experience

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities/Arts, Education, Scandinavian Studies

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Handcraft Programs Coordinator at the American Swedish Institute leads and supports Nordic handcraft programming for children, families, and adults both on-site and off-site. You’ll coordinate instructors, volunteers, and events to ensure engaging, high-quality guest experiences.

You will develop curriculum, manage materials, and supervise staff to maintain safety and learning outcomes while collaborating with operations and marketing teams for campus events.