Director of Learning and Engagement – Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

Director of Learning and Engagement - Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Director of Learning and Engagement

The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art is Charlotte’s home for Global Modernism and its legacies—a dynamic institution dedicated to sharing the joy of modern and contemporary art to inspire, inform, and enhance cultural and intellectual life. Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, the Bechtler holds a distinguished permanent collection of European and American modern and contemporary art and presents a robust schedule of changing exhibitions.

The museum is committed to building deep relationships with its community through innovative programming, with a particular focus on the transformative intersection of art and human wellness.

The Bechtler seeks an enthusiastic and visionary Director of Learning and Engagement to lead its educational mission. Reporting to the Executive Director, this senior position is responsible for developing, implementing, and directing educational programming across all audiences—children, youth, and families; adults and university communities; and community partners—in conjunction with the museum’s exhibitions and permanent collection. The museum has invested significantly in pioneering programming that sets it apart nationally.

Art on Prescription, a landmark partnership addressing loneliness and social isolation through the arts, is the only museum-led program of its kind in the United States. Preschool Art Stories brings focused art making and looking activities to PreK audiences.

The next Director of Learning and Engagement will build on these signature initiatives, deepen the museum’s presence at the intersection of art and wellness, and create new programs that respond to the needs of Charlotte and the broader region. The successful candidate will be a curious, energetic, and collaborative professional who thrives in a small, innovative environment and who brings deep knowledge of museum education theory and practice to a team of committed colleagues.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational initiatives, programming, and materials for PreK–12 students, families, and adult audiences in alignment with the Bechtler’s exhibitions, mission, and strategic goals.
• Continue to position the Bechtler at the forefront of work at the intersection of art and wellness, building on Art on Prescription and Preschool Art Stories while creating new programs that address community needs.
• Develop and deliver public programs for adult and university audiences in conjunction with exhibitions and the permanent collection.
• Create and conduct thematic tours that support both changing exhibitions and the permanent collection.
• Develop and implement teacher training workshops and other educational services for PreK–12 educators.
• Develop innovative programming to actively encourage new and diverse audiences.

• Build and expand relationships with teachers, school administrators, healthcare partners, nonprofit organizations, arts and cultural organizations, and other external stakeholders to increase equitable access and deepen collaborative partnerships.
• Liaise with area college and university faculty on curriculum-related opportunities.
• Initiate and maintain partnerships with local arts organizations and businesses that advance the museum’s learning mission.

• Manage the Learning and Engagement Coordinator and seasonal fellows, interns, and volunteers.
• Set and manage the annual departmental budget in collaboration with museum leadership.
• Accurately collect and analyze program evaluation data and prepare recommendations for equitable and inclusive program development.
• Collaborate with the Development team on fundraising for programs and initiatives, including grants and gifts.
• Work closely with the Marketing team to expand visibility of programs and outreach and ensure programs are promoted effectively.

• Bachelor’s Degree in art history, arts education, fine arts, or related field required.
• Master’s…