Public Programs Supervisor

Cmom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is seeking an on-call Public Programs Fill-In Supervisor to support weekend and peak programming at the Upper West Side location. The role supervises Museum Educators, assists with setup, classroom-style activities, and guest interactions, ensuring a welcoming environment for families.

This part-time, per-diem position reports to the Public Programs Coordinator and involves collaboration on performances and workshops, with opportunities to engage young visitors

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience working in cultural organizations, museums, or educational settings.
• Proficiency with MS Office and scheduling software.
• Excellent judgment and discretion handling confidential matters.
• Ability to engage with children and adults in a welcoming manner.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the Public Programs team and events.
• Run workshops and performances with guest artists.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of family program spaces.
• Interact with museum visitors and guide them through activities.
• Document programs as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Visitor engagement

Flexibility

Team coordination

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Scheduling software

Job description

PUBLIC PROGRAMS FILL-IN SUPERVISOR

EXEMPT STATUS: Part-Time (Nonexempt)

POSITION TYPE: Fill-In (Per-Diem)

REPORTS TO: Public Programs Coordinator

ORGANIZATION: The Children’s Museum of Manhattan

LOCATION: 212 West 83rd Street, New York, NY 10024

WEBSITE: www.CMOM.org

ABOUT THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is a steward of early childhood, helping all children grow and develop into their best selves.

Through our programs on-site, online, and around the five boroughs, CMOM nurtures the next generation of creative global citizens as they learn through exploration and play. CMOM encourages empathy across difference by elevating and providing insight into diverse perspectives and inviting visitors of all backgrounds to join our intentionally welcoming community and create and learn alongside each other. The museum’s program reflects the rich cultural diversity, energy, and resilience of New York City itself and has a special focus on ensuring that its program is available to those families who might not otherwise have access.

Founded in 1973 as a neighborhood organization, CMOM has grown over the years into a beloved destination and resource for children, families, and educators from across the five boroughs and from around the world. The museum welcomes 350,000 visitors each year to its Upper West Side location and engages hundreds of thousands more through its outreach programs in partnership with schools, libraries, shelters, and Head Start centers throughout New York City; its touring exhibitions; and its online tools and curricula.

ABOUT THE POSITION

CMOM seeks on-call staff to support the Public Programs department with a myriad of early childhood, arts, and science-based programs for children (ages birth-10) and families, primarily on select weekends. This role assists in the daily operations of public and family programs, including setup and breakdown of daily program spaces; interacting with museum visitors; supporting and supervising Museum Educators, and working with the Senior Coordinators of Early Childhood Programs and Director of Public Programs on performances and workshops with guest artists.

PROGRAMMING

• Supervise and monitor CMOM’s team of Museum Educators and ensure that events and daily programs begin on time and that museum policies are being followed. Maintain a supportive environment for all Public Programs staff and visiting artists.
• Run events, workshops, and performances, as well as larger cultural holiday festivals, with visiting and guest collaborators, along with the Public Programs staff.
• Provide oversight and support in the set‑up and break‑down of all family programs.
• Engage visiting families and children in a variety of programs and activities, including artmaking, STEAM activities, storytelling, facilitated play, movement, and music activities.
• Assist with the documentation of all programs, as needed.

OPERATIONS

• Create a welcoming and warm environment for families by greeting children and caregivers upon arrival, guiding them through activities, and providing materials and information to help navigate the space confidently.
• Evaluate the condition of Museum exhibitions, including manipulatives and mobile pieces.
• Prepare materials for future family programs and ensure storage spaces are clean and organized.
• Quickly and effectively respond to missing children, adults, and accidents that occur on the floor.
• Communicate Museum policies, including food guidelines, with guests.
• Assist our Clean Team in disinfecting, cleaning, and maintaining program and exhibition spaces.
• Other duties, as assigned*

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one year experience in a supervisory role
• Experience working in retail, cultural centers, community-based organizations, performing arts organizations, or museums.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Excel, and scheduling software.
• Excellent judgment, professionalism and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to receive and provide feedback in a professional and respectful manner.
• Ability to engage with children and adults in a welcoming, friendly, and professional manner.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

SCHEDULE

Primarily Weekends (2-3 weekend days a month) and during heavy programming periods in December, February, and April.

COMPENSATION

Hourly Wage: $26/Hour

Please note that due to the high volume of applicants, we will only be contacting candidates whose skills and background best fit the needs of the department. The Children's Museum of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background checks will be completed on all employees.