Manager of Education and Interpretation at the Weitzman Museum of American Jewish History

Job Title: Manager of Education

Job Status: Full-time

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Salary: $55,000 – $70,000

Description

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is seeking a creative, energetic, and detail‐oriented Manager of Education and Interpretation to conceive of, develop, and implement curricula, lessons and programs to students and adult audiences of diverse backgrounds. We seek someone with a passion for Jewish education, inquiry-based learning, experience working with volunteers, and a keen sense of how historical stories can be made relevant to our present-day lives. The ideal candidate will excel at creating educational content, curricula, and programming; and they will be familiar with formal and informal education methods, passionate about museums, and committed to the Weitzman’s mission. More information about the Museum is available at www. nmajh.org.

 Responsibilities

Reporting to the Chief Curator & Director of Exhibitions and Interpretation, the Manager of Education and Interpretation will play a key role in implementing the Museum’s in-person and virtual educational programming for visitors, school-aged youth and adults, and educators. The Museum serves people of all backgrounds and is committed to further increasing the diversity of our audiences. They will also be part of the team providing group visits, family days, teacher professional development, school outreach, partnership events, and performances. Expect to participate in the Museum’s acclaimed National Educators Institute, work with our OpenBook curriculum, and cross-departmental projects and planning.

Applicants should be prepared to:

  • Research, develop, write, and implement interpretative materials and programming for both in-person and virtual visitors.
  • Deliver tours and programs to audiences of all ages. 
  • Present new curricula and programs to staff and docents and provide necessary training.
  • Implement family programming, adult classes, partner and outreach events, overnights.
  • Mentor/train docent volunteers; manage schedule for docent-led tours.
  • Improve accessibility of our content to visitors of differing physical needs, learning styles, viewpoints, and interests.
  • Engage with educators and educational institutions throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.
  • Write descriptions for program brochures and online marketing.
  • Help diversify the Museum’s audiences, among Jews and people of all backgrounds.
  • Contribute to identifying and authoring grant applications that support educational activities.

 About the Museum

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, located on Historic Independence Mall, brings the 360-year history of Jews in America to life. Tracing the stories of how Jewish immigrants became Jewish Americans, the Museum invites visitors of all heritages to share their own stories and reflect on how history and identity shape and are shaped by the American experience. An open door for all, NMAJH honors the past and propels the future by fueling imagination and ideas, culture and community, leadership and service, in ways that turn inspiration into action.

 NMAJH offers a comprehensive benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to workplace diversity and to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, parental status, or veteran status. Salary commensurate with experience.

 All employees working on the Museum floor and during public events are required to provide or complete background checks and child abuse clearances as well as proof of COVD vaccination plus booster.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree preferred; 3-5 years’ experience in museums, education, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in curriculum and program development for informal and formal educational settings.
  • Working knowledge of Jewish history and texts.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Creative, strategic thinker who loves exploration, experimentation, and play.
  • Ability to multi-task, effectively prioritize responsibilities, and complete projects in a timely manner while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
  • Excited about people and welcome everyone with a smile.
  • Seeker of new challenges as well as new and exciting ways to engage visitors of all ages.
  • Open-minded and excited by change, because every day is different at NMAJH. Available to periodically work on weekends or evenings, as responsibilities require.

 

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