Museum Teaching Specialist
Museum Teaching SpecialistHillwood is seeking a Museum Teaching Specialist to join our Interpretation team as a lead instructor for school and Girl Scout programs. This regular part-time role offers up to 24 hours per week with a consistent weekday and weekend schedule that combines educational excellence with professional growth opportunities.As the Museum Teaching Specialist, you will serve as the primary instructor for youth educational programming and support the coordination of program logistics.Program DeliveryLead 90-minute onsite field trips for school groupsLead 45-minute virtual field trips for schoolsFacilitate onsite Girl Scout programs on weekends, including:Guided tours of Hillwood's mansion or gardensHands-on art projectsProgram CoordinationServe as the main point of contact for teachers and Girl Scout troop leaders while groups are onsiteCoordinate with group leaders and internal departments to ensure smooth program operationsMaintain all educational program suppliesCoordinate setup and teardown for all programsProgram Development & SupportSupport the development of new lesson plansAssist with creating educational materialsHelp refine curriculum alignmentManage program logistics, including teacher communications and supply inventoryWho You AreExperience teaching or working with K–12 students in formal or informal educational settingsA warm, engaging teaching presence that inspires young learnersStrong organizational and logistical coordination skillsA collaborative work style and comfort partnering across departmentsExcellent verbal communication and creative problem-solving abilitiesCommitment to creating welcoming experiences for diverse youth audiencesKnowledge of school curricula and educational standards preferredPrevious museum or cultural institution experience valuedAvailability to work:Weekday mornings, Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Several weekend days per month, as scheduledThis position offers a structured schedule with meaningful responsibilities in museum education and is ideal for educators seeking substantial part-time work with opportunities to shape and develop educational programming.We OfferA fabulous work culture that inspires your best workFlexibility with a hybrid work environmentSupport for career development with internal and external learning opportunitiesRetirement Savings Plan, with Hillwood matching up to 3% plus a discretionary match (up to 2% or more)Metro commuter benefits of up to $50 per monthMental wellness supportDiscounts in the shop and Hillwood caféFree admission to the museum and festival daysCasual MondayFree on-site parkingJoin Our TeamHillwood is seeking applicants from all backgrounds and educational levels to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people who identify as Black, Indigenous, people of color and people with marginalized identities to apply for open positions.We strive to make the hiring process as accessible as possible. Please do not hesitate to share what will make the process best for you. When sending your resume, please let us know of any accommodation you may find helpful while engaging in our process.This position is compensated at $20.25 per hour.