Early Childhood Educator

Summary

The Children’s Museum Houston is committed to enriching early childhood learning and fostering family engagement through dynamic and inclusive educational programs in the community and at the Museum. The Temporary Part-time Early Childhood Educator will play a central role in supporting the development and implementation of new programs to support children’s development and school readiness outcomes.

The Educator supports the development, testing, and delivery of engaging, developmentally appropriate early childhood programs both at the Museum and in the community. Working closely with other members of the Early Childhood Initiatives team, this role assists in creating and refining new initiatives that foster family engagement, early learning, and school readiness. Through inclusive, culturally responsive experiences, the educator promotes curiosity, early literacy, and holistic child development.

This grant-funded position is expected to conclude on or before August 15, 2026
, and ensures that programs are accessible, impactful, and aligned with the Museum’s mission to enrich early childhood learning and strengthen family connections.

• Actively engage and interact with children and families in the Gallery of Wonder, fostering meaningful play and learning experiences, supporting children's development, and creating a welcoming environment that celebrates and values all families.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate Gallery of Wonder learning experiences, including setting up materials, activities, and environments that encourage meaningful child-caregiver interaction, exploration, and learning through play.
• Facilitate Early Childhood programs by preparing materials, organizing learning environments, managing set-up, implementing workshops, and engaging children, caregivers, and participants in meaningful learning experiences during each event.
• Support the cleaning and storage of kits and resources after each workshop or event.
• Communicate successes, challenges, and program feedback to the supervisor after each workshop or event.
• Participate in other Museum initiatives and events as needed.
• Stay abreast of current events and pertinent information in Early Childhood education.
• Attend planning and other meetings as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of Early Childhood development is required.
• Experience in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and another language (written and spoken) is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a flexible environment, problem-solve, and respond to program needs. i>
• Detail-oriented and a team player.
• Proficiency in using applications such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and other software packages.

• A degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred; however, candidates with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant early childhood experience will also be considered.

• Able to move around the Museum frequently and with agility, including walking or standing for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry lightweight objects up to 20 lbs., including boxes.
• Able to push and pull carts and dollies as needed.
• Requires bending, stooping, and climbing.

• Must be available to work weekends, occasional evenings, and holidays as needed to support programs and events.
• Ability to travel throughout the city and region to present Early Childhood programming in a variety of settings.