Museum Educator, School Programs

Job Details

• Position Title:
  
  Museum Educator, School Programs
• FLSA Classification:
  Non-Exempt
• Division:
  Learning and Engagement
• Department:
  School Programs
• Reports to:
  
  Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, K-12 Students
• Date Reviewed: 4/16/2026

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 full-time educators and the Manager of Museum Education, you will support the design and implementation of K‑12 curriculum (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. Museum Educators champion student‑centered learning by developing 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.

Typical

Work Schedule:

8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. (30‑minute lunch), year‑round (occasional adjustments may be made with advance approval from the supervisor).

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

NOTE:
Bilingual in Spanish, Ebon (Marshallese), or ASL (American Sign Language) strongly preferred.

• Facilitation and Engagement:
  Plan and deliver explorations of art in galleries (on average 80% of the time), classrooms, offsite locations, and through virtual platforms, prioritizing student‑centered learning. This includes tours and art‑making workshops.
• Content Development:
  Under the supervision of the Manager of Museum Education, Manager of Curriculum and Instruction, and the Sr. Director of Learning, design and write curriculum and interpretive materials for all K‑12 initiatives, incorporating best practices in museum education and current trends in STEAM and arts integration. Leverage digital tools, such as AI, to create engaging and accessible content.
• Digital Innovation:
  Develop and implement digital engagement projects, including virtual tours, video content, audio recordings, and interactive online tools, while staying at the forefront of technological advancements in education.
• Instructional Innovation:
  Continuously refine and innovate instructional practices to create impactful and learner‑centered experiences.
• Event Support:
  Collaborate in the planning, programming, and execution of school and teacher events, ensuring alignment with educational goals and participant needs.
• Professional Development:
  Attend and actively engage in training sessions and cohort meetings to build skills, share insights, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.
• Relationship‑Building:
  Building 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 innovative educational programs.
• Proven ability to build relationships with educators, administrators, and community partners.
• Preference given to those with teaching licensure.

• Bachelor’s degree in art education, art history, studio art, education, museum studies, or equivalent degree/experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of American art history required; knowledge of art, architecture, nature, and wellness is preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience teaching a range of ages in school or community setting.
• Three years’ experience in leading tours,…