Education Specialist

About the Fund

The Rockefeller Brothers Fund (RBF) advances social change that contributes to a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world. Through our grantmaking, convening, Mission-Aligned Investing, and leadership, the RBF supports the people and organizations building lasting solutions to the challenges facing today’s increasingly interdependent world.

Once home to the Rockefeller family, The Pocantico Center's verdant campus in the scenic hills of the Hudson Valley has been host to some of the most influential leaders, thinkers, and creative minds of the last century. A thoughtfully designed and curated retreat just 20 miles north of Manhattan, Pocantico offers guests an immersive experience of unrivaled beauty, with breathtaking gardens and grounds, historic architecture, and a renowned art collection in which to find inspiration and respite.

Today, The Pocantico Center is the community-facing extension of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund's philanthropic mission. Through a robust slate of programming—including conferences for nonprofit and policy leaders, artist residencies, tours, performances and exhibitions, and community programs—Pocantico continues to bring together people from near and far to learn, share, and imagine a better future.

The Rockefeller Brothers Fund seeks an Education Specialist to manage all aspects of the Pocantico Center’s educational offerings. The incumbent will participate in hiring, training, supervising, and scheduling museum educators. The museum educators will provide tours of various spaces on the campus, including Kykuit (the former home of four generations of the Rockefeller family), exhibitions, gardens, and other historic buildings on site.

The Education Specialist will partner with the curatorial and public program teams to make necessary updates to the tour program and implement educational programs and activities that engage diverse audiences across the museum and the broader community.

Education and Engagement

• Develop a multiyear educational strategy for The Pocantico Center campus, including public tours, school programs, and related learning opportunities.
• Conduct research, as assigned by the Senior Manager of Public Programs and Residencies, to support program development, interpretation, and audience engagement.
• Stay connected with colleagues in museum education, arts, culture, and related fields to remain informed about current trends, best practices, and potential collaborations.
• Develop programs for school groups that align with curriculum priorities and identify opportunities for teacher engagement and professional development.
• Ensure that educational programs are designed and delivered with accessibility and inclusion in mind by working with internal and external partners to anticipate accommodation needs, reduce barriers to participation, and create a welcoming environment for all audiences.

Management

• Manage all aspects of the educational offerings on the campus, including the Kykuit tour program, additional campus tours, and educational programming.
• Manage, train, and schedule museum educators to conduct tours, educational programs, and other activities.
• Partner with the Director of Operations and Administration to manage the education and tour program, balancing cost efficiency and operational success.
• Build community and a sense of belonging amongst museum educators through learning opportunities and other activities.

Project Coordination and Assessment

• Collaborate with RBF colleagues on the design, coordination, and delivery of innovative educational programs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of tours and other programs.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing needs, prioritize, and solve problems.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate diplomatically, tactfully, and professionally with staff, guests, and external partners at all levels.
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule as…