Organization Summary :
The Children’s Museum exists to spark kids’ creative learning. As a non-profit charitable organization, we believe in the potential of all children and provide an interactive learning environment that nurtures the power of imagination and spirit of self-discovery.
Position Summary :
As a member of the Visitor Experience team, the Program Coordinator is responsible for the planning, delivery, supervision, and evaluation of museum programs for the target audience of children under 10, their families, and caregivers. With particular emphasis on public programming and birthday parties, the Program Coordinator leads the Program Interpreter Level I team and works in cooperation with other museum staff to ensure all visitors to the museum have a positive experience.
- Department : Visitor Experience
- Reports To : Director of Education & Exhibits
- Hours : Full time, 35 hour / week salaried position, Wednesday – Sunday | Occasional overtime and / or evening and weekend work as required
- Salary & Benefits : $41,000 – $48,000 annually | Eligible for Employee Benefits Program
Responsibilities :
Implementing the museum’s annual programming calendar by planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating birthdays and special programming (such as Spring Break, Halloween Howl, Top Hats & Tiaras, Pop m’Art and fundraising activities) within budgetSupervising Program Interpreter Level I staff and assigned volunteers
Leadership in delivery of exemplary customer service including functioning as Manager On Duty as requiredDelivering school programsOther duties as assignedEducation :
Undergraduate degree in an applicable area such as elementary / early childhood education, recreation, museum studies, event planning, or theatreExperience :
Three years of successful experience working directly in the planning, development, coordination, and delivery of programs for children ten and under in non-traditional, interpretive settingsProven successful track record in staff and volunteer supervisionSkills Required :
Experience and creative ability in program planning and deliveryComprehensive understanding of educational principles, child development theory, and experiential learningAbility to effectively communicate in an enthusiastic and engaging manner with children and adults in a non-traditional, educational environmentLeadership skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environment with staff and volunteersWell-developed organizational skills and strategiesAbility to exercise sound judgment with creative approaches to problem solvingAdaptable to changing situationsExcellent computer, oral, and written communication skillsAbility to handle several tasks simultaneously in an organized mannerPublic speaking skillsCultural awareness and sensitivity to working with staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders with a wide variety of needsSkills Desired :
Ability to work in both official languages an assetConditions of Employment :
Acceptable results on a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) and a Child Abuse Registry CheckTo Apply :
Forward resume and cover letter outlining suitability for this position to Brittany McIntosh, Director of Education & Exhibits, atThe Children’s Museum is committed to fostering a working environment that supports diversity, equity and inclusion; and welcomes applications from all, especially those from under-represented groups. If you require accommodation when applying, please contactDeadline :
Monday, January 6, 2025 at 4 : 30 PM
Interviews may be conducted as suitable applications are received.
