Public Programs Educator for Adults

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts is seeking an Assistant Educator for Adult Programs to help develop and coordinate learning experiences that connect exhibitions, collections, and campus spaces.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Museum Education or related field and 3–5 years of museum-based adult education, with strong communication, project management, and accessibility commitment; ability to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Museum Education, Art History, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience developing learning experiences for adults in a museum setting
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and best practices
• Experience with performance, film, or artist-centered programming preferred

Responsibilities

• With the Director of Public Programs, develop, coordinate, and implement adult programs that extend Newfields’ exhibitions, collections, and campus experiences.
• Translate curatorial research, exhibition themes, and institutional priorities into accessible program formats that strengthen adult engagement.
• Manage program timelines, production needs, and cross-departmental coordination with AV, Operations, Garden and Park, Facilities, Curatorial, and other Newfields teams.
• Support artists, performers, curators, and guest speakers while helping ensure smooth program execution.
• Prepare program materials, interpretive resources, marketing copy, and related communications that support audience understanding and engagement.
• Track attendance, audience feedback, and engagement data for evaluation, reporting, and program improvement.
• Contribute to Learning Innovation initiatives, including interpretive resource development, collaborative programs, and audience research.
• Draft contracts, travel requests, and purchasing requisitions in alignment with Newfields policies and procedures.
• Assist with budget tracking, documentation, and program records.

Education

Master’s degree in Museum Education, Art History, or related field

3–5 years of experience developing learning experiences for adults in a museum setting

Strong knowledge of public program practices, adult learning, and art history

Clear, effective communication with artists, curators, colleagues, and adult audiences

Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and some holidays

Tools

Canva

Job description

Newfields a Place for Nature & The Arts is seeking an Assistant Educator for Adult Programs to help develop and coordinate learning experiences that connect exhibitions, collections, and campus spaces.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Museum Education or related field and 3–5 years of museum-based adult education, with strong communication, project management, and accessibility commitment; ability to work evenings and weekends.