About the Role
The Family Programs team seeks four temporary facilitators for the Art Lab, engaging families in creative exploration inspired by modern and contemporary art. This role focuses on direct visitor interaction and play-based learning, not administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate visitor experiences in Art Lab, including greeting, introducing concepts, suggesting activities, and connecting explorations to artists and artworks.
- Assist with daily maintenance of the space, including cleaning and organizing materials.
- Collaborate with MoMA Guest Specialists on visitor greeting, information provision, waitlists, and surveys.
- Support family art making and gallery activations during seasonal UNIQLO Family Days.
- Undergo a background check as part of MoMA’s Protection of Minors policy.
Requirements
- Experience working with children and/or families in an informal learning environment.
- Experience facilitating play.
- Knowledge of modern and contemporary art and artmaking.
- Strong front-facing hospitality and engagement skills.
- Availability to work weekdays and weekends, including peak holiday times.
- Must submit both a resume and cover letter by July 31, 2026.
Skills
- Effective communication.
- Ability to engage intergenerational audiences.
- Second language is helpful.
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Temporary
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Not specified
Education Level
- Not specified
Salary/Compensations
- $26.75 per hour
Benefits
- Not specified
About the Company
- The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) is a leading institution dedicated to modern and contemporary art.
Equal Opportunity
- Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at the Museum, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, unemployment status, familial status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, or any other protected category as established by applicable law, including the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”).
