Education & Instruction

Visitor Experience Assistants (VEAs) welcome visitors to the Museum and engage with children and families in the exhibits, facilitating positive play-based learning experiences. VEAs provide customer service throughout the Museum floor through their knowledge of daily programming, Museum exhibits, ticketing/membership offerings, and wayfinding. VEAs take the lead in engaging with visitors in the Food & Family exhibit and Carousel operations and providing age-appropriate exhibit engagement opportunities that create memorable experiences for children and their families.

Ready to make a difference in the arts community? PAFA seeks a dynamic Director of Community Education and Engagement Programs to lead and innovate in adult programs, museum education, and youth/family events. This key role involves overseeing non-credit academic programs, managing educational activities and events, and collaborating with local cultural organizations to promote PAFA's mission to celebrate the transformative power of art and art making. If you have a passion for arts education and community engagement, this is your opportunity to shape the future of arts learning!

We are currently seeking Museum Educators to join us at the PAFA! Reporting to the Arts Education Manager, the selected individual will educate and engage museum visitors through Museum Tours, educational outreach, and more to support and deliver fun, creative arts activities for K-12 audiences.

ABOUT PAFA

Are you passionate about the care and presentation of art? Do you have an eye for detail and a love for working behind the scenes? The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts is looking for a dedicated Museum Preparator to join our team and play a vital role in the preservation and exhibition of exceptional artwork.

Do you want to use your art to impact the youth of Philadelphia? Then join Yes! And… Collaborative Arts for a summer you will never forget! We are looking for Teaching Artists work summer camp with us! 

We are looking for teaching artists who have worked in camp settings, day cares, early childhood development centers, elementary/middle schools etc.! Don’t pass up this great opportunity! This job has various camp sessions available from June-end of August. Camp runs Monday through Friday from 8:15am-4:30pm.

Department: Administrative

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Location: Hybrid

Art + Access since 1898.

Part time: 15-20 hours/week (hybrid)

MLSN offers adults of all ages affordable educational experiences to promote personal enrichment and to enhance the quality of our community. Since 1938, MLSN’s thought-provoking programs have given area residents opportunities to explore diverse topics ranging from literature, history, fitness, computers and technology, public policy and lifestyle issues as well as the chance to connect with people and places worldwide through local and international travel experiences.

Rock to the Future supports positive youth development and economic empowerment through free, student-driven music programs for Philadelphia youth. We envision a future where all youth in Philadelphia will have access to the life-changing benefits of our transformative music programs. Rock to the Future’s Youth Justice Advocate will support justice-involved youth who are in intervention, diversion, or are currently or formerly incarcerated. 

This position is primarily in-person directly at our locations in North, Northwest, West, and Southwest Philadelphia and community events throughout the city. Some administrative work may be completed remotely. 

Sawubona Creativity Project: Theatre for Performing Arts and Education is a community theatre located in South Philadelphia. We are looking for Teachers Aide to assist with our theatre programs for kids in grades Pre-K through 8th grade. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with young performers in a creative and supportive environment. You will assist with theatre-related activities and workshops, provide student engagement and support, as well as handle light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized space.

Description: 

Are you enthusiastic about inspiring a love of learning among school-aged children?  Hagley Museum is seeking energetic individuals who enjoy sharing tales and facilitating hands-on activities bringing 19th century industrial history and technology to life as members of our school programs guide team.

Successful candidates have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and are comfortable managing and engaging groups of up to 12 school children at a time.  Flexibility and a positive attitude are essential.