Seasonal Museum Educator, School Programs; Fall

The mission of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is to welcome all to celebrate the American spirit in a setting that unites the power of art with the beauty of nature. Founded by philanthropist and arts patron Alice Walton, Crystal Bridges is a public non‑profit charitable organization.

Job Description:

Position Title: Seasonal Museum Educator, School Programs (Fall)

Position Type: Part‑time

FLSA Classification: Non‑Exempt

Division: Learning and Engagement

Department: Curriculum and Instruction

Reports to: Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, K‑12 Students

Date Reviewed: 3/11/2026

Crystal Bridges is a museum of American art located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We explore the unfolding story of America by actively collecting, exhibiting, interpreting, and preserving outstanding works that illuminate the American heritage and artistic possibilities. Founded by Alice Walton in 2005, the museum opened in 2011 and is a public, non‑profit charitable organization with free admission.

The Momentary is a contemporary art space that opened to the public on February 22, 2020, in downtown Bentonville, Arkansas. The Momentary is a venue for the music, art, and food of our time, and a catalyst for creativity and economic vitality. An extension to Crystal Bridges, the Momentary is a ‘living room’ where community gathers to be inspired, connected, and joyful.

You belong here: make the most of this moment.

Seasonal Museum Educators for School Programs play a pivotal part in inspiring students and educators through dynamic, interactive experiences in the museum galleries, school classrooms, and virtual spaces. Working closely with the Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, K‑12 Students, you will support the facilitation of in‑gallery (the majority of the engagement), in‑classroom and virtual K‑12 museum experiences (with some Pre‑k and higher education support) and programming, contributing to innovative initiatives that enhance art‑based learning while centering learners’ identities, voices, and opportunities for choice‑making.

The role is instrumental in helping to drive leading‑edge, object‑focused, gallery‑based instruction, making direct engagement with works of art central to transformative teaching practices. The Educator will support the Walker School Visits program, Windgate School Partnerships program, the Creative Campus Experience, Virtual Experiences, in‑classroom work and more.

Seasonal Museum Educators champion student‑centered learning by delivering scalable, innovative educational content that broadens the museum’s reach. Educators position Crystal Bridges as a leader in arts‑integrated education, ensuring teachers are equipped to inspire the next generation of learners.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in art and education by inspiring students and teachers to explore, create, and connect through the transformative power of art.

September 21 – December 18 (Fall) and March 9 – May 29 (Spring) aligning with the Museum’s peak season of student engagement.

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (30‑minute lunch)

Educators will travel to schools primarily in the Northwest Arkansas area with the possibility that it could be beyond.

• Plan and deliver explorations of art in galleries (on average 80% of the time), classrooms, off‑site locations, and through virtual platforms, prioritizing student‑centered learning. This includes, but is not limited to, tours and art‑making workshops.
• Collaborate in the planning, programming, and execution of school and teacher events, ensuring alignment with educational goals and participant needs.
• Attend and actively engage in training sessions and cohort meetings to build skills, share insights, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.
• Build meaningful relationships among students, teachers, and administrators to create exceptional and impactful experiences.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in K‑12 education, museum pedagogy, and arts‑based learning.
• Experience in designing and implementing…