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About the Role

This role provides the opportunity to play, explore, and connect with visitors as they navigate the exhibits of CMOM and participate in special drop-in programs. The Public Programs Educator enhances the visitor's experience by leading a series of public programs that involve music, movement, art, science, literacy, and culture. Educators will help children (Birth-8) and their caregivers practice developmental skills and connect activities to larger themes through play.

Responsibilities

Lead a variety of drop-in programs and activities, including artmaking, storytelling, and facilitated play, along with music and movement activities for visiting families and children.
Assist in quality control and reset of exhibition spaces, including books, toys (manipulatives), art supplies, and teaching objects.
Assist in preparing materials for future family programs.
Create a welcoming environment for families by greeting children and caregivers upon arrival, guiding them through activities, and providing materials and information to help families confidently navigate the space.
Assist Museum Clean Team in disinfecting, cleaning and maintaining program areas and exhibit spaces.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience working with young children (ages 0 - 6) and families in informal or formal education settings.
Enthusiasm and curiosity for learning and mastering new skills in arts education, early childhood, health, and S.T.E.A.M.
Demonstrated ability to and interest in working with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to interact with patrons and colleagues with enthusiasm, diplomacy, and professionalism.
Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as with a team or co-teacher.
Can effectively communicate educational content and adjust teaching approaches based on constructive feedback.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Commitment of 2-3 days per week.
Weekend availability required.
Must be available to work holidays.
Must attend orientation and professional development workshops, as scheduled.

Skills

Inquiry-based teaching
Object observation
Dynamic storytelling
Musical performance
Cantonese
Mandarin
Spanish
Performing arts
Visual arts
Early childhood development
Early childhood education
Working with children with special needs

Location

212 West 83rd Street, New York, NY 10024

Work Type

Part-Time

Experience Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Undergraduate degree (acquired or in the process) in arts education and/or early childhood education.

Salary/Compensations

$20.50/hour

About the Company

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) helps children and families thrive at home, at school, and in the community.
Offerings embrace the intersection of the arts, sciences, and humanities and include exhibitions, classes, workshops, performances, and festivals.
Programs and exhibits are designed to address the multiple ways children learn and to help parents understand and support their children’s development.
CMOM’S special areas of focus include early childhood education, creativity, health, and world cultures.
Founded in 1973 by parents as a grassroots neighborhood organization, CMOM has flourished.
Today, it is a beloved citywide resource for children, families, and educators and a popular destination for visitors from around the world.
Each year approximately 350,000 people visit our 38,000 square-foot learning facility on Manhattan’s Upper West Side.
Hundreds of thousands more benefit from CMOM’s outreach programs at schools, libraries, homeless shelters, Head Start centers, and hospitals; its touring exhibitions; and its online tools and curricula.

Equal Opportunity

The Children's Museum of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Background checks will be completed on all employees.