Director of Education

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
  • Develop and implement a cohesive, multi-audience education strategy aligned with the Museum’s mission, exhibitions, and long-term goals.
  • Serve as an institutional thought partner on interpretive approaches and audience engagement.
• Program Development & Oversight
  • Lead the creation and delivery of educational content and experiences, both onsite and online, for K-12 students, educators, families, adult learners, and community groups.
  • Supervise the Education team, interns, and volunteers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
• Partnerships & Outreach
  • Cultivate and sustain partnerships with schools, cultural organizations, religious institutions, and community groups.
  • Represent the Museum in local, national, and international education networks.
• Evaluation & Impact
  • Establish metrics and evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
  • Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders, including funders, trustees, and partners.
• Resource Development
  • Collaborate with the Development team to secure funding through grants, sponsorships, and donor engagement.
  • Oversee the production of high-quality educational materials, curricula, and digital resources.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Museum Studies, Jewish Studies, History, or a related field required, Master’s Degree a plus.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible experience in museum or cultural education, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of American Jewish history and contemporary Jewish life, with the ability to present it through inclusive and accessible lenses.
• Proven experience designing and evaluating education programs for diverse age groups and learning needs.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills; ability to inspire and engage audiences.
• Familiarity with digital learning tools, inclusive pedagogies, and current trends in museum education.
• Proven track record of obtaining funding for educational projects.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range for this position is $70k - $90k, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, PTO