Director of Education and Programs

Job Title:  Director of Education and Programs
Employee Type: Full-time, Exempt
Manage Others: Yes

Salary Range:  $75,000 – $85,000  
Reporting to: CEO/Executive Director

Position Overview:  : 

The Director of Education and Programs leads the development and implementation of the museum’s educational vision, ensuring that all public and school-based programming is inclusive, engaging, and responsive to the needs of Miami’s diverse communities. This role drives creative, innovative approaches to learning that foster curiosity, community connection, and meaningful engagement across ages and backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape and implement a museum-wide education and engagement strategy that aligns with HistoryMiami’s mission and vision.
• Design and oversee educational programs—including school tours, family days, workshops, and public events—that reflect community interests and inspire curiosity and lifelong learning. 
• Incorporate design thinking, digital tools, and interactive approaches to foster participatory learning experiences.
• Collaborate with historians, curators, artists, and community leaders to develop programs that make exhibitions and programs more accessible and relevant.
• Develop high-quality curricular materials and teacher resources aligned with Florida state standards and local educational priorities.
• Supervise education and program staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Oversee the development of exhibition-related learning materials, including gallery guides, teacher resources, and digital content such as multimedia tools and online resources.
• Partner with the Development team to identify funding opportunities, produce compelling grant applications, and ensure compliance with all grant obligations related to educational programming, including reporting on outcomes, aligning with funding goals, and providing necessary documentation for grant applications and renewals.
• Evaluate program effectiveness in collaboration with the Director of Visitor Services and Engagement, using visitor feedback and data to refine future initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Manage the education staff and budget, ensuring programs are cost-effective while maintaining high educational standards.
• Serve as a museum ambassador in community forums, education networks, and professional gatherings.
• Support the museum’s mission by developing content that authentically reflects Miami’s diverse communities and rich history.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Museum Education, Education, Public History, Art History, or a related field substantial relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a graduate degree.
• At least five years of experience in museum work, public programming, or learning design within cultural institutions or formal/informal learning environments, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated success in curriculum development, program leadership, and public engagement.
• Strong understanding of learner-centered pedagogies and culturally responsive practices.
• Strong knowledge of current trends in museum education, audience engagement, and digital storytelling.

• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills, particularly in leading cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
• Experience with digital tools, multimedia learning, and interactive programming.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and manage budgets effectively.

Skills and Attributes:

• Background in community-based or cross-cultural education.
• Experience collaborating with artists, performers, or interdisciplinary teams.
• Creative thinker with a passion for innovation and public impact.
• Skilled at fostering meaningful connections between visitors and exhibitions, utilizing storytelling techniques and participatory learning approaches
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects, budgets, and teams simultaneously, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of programs and materials.
• Ability to analyze program effectiveness using visitor data and feedback, and to refine strategies for continuous improvement in engagement and learning outcomes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate the museum’s educational mission, engage diverse stakeholders, and represent the institution at professional forums.
• Dedication to integrating diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion principles into program development, with a focus on reflecting Miami’s rich cultural diversity.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, communicate, and use repetitive motions;
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee may frequently lift and or move 25 pounds of materials;
• The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from multiple people and interact with the public and other staff.

Benefits

The Museum provides a comprehensive program of benefits that includes:

• Paid time-off and holidays
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability insurances
• Retirement savings program with Museum match

To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Ana Rabel at arabel@historymiami.org.

About: HistoryMiami Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate located in downtown Miami, safeguards and shares Miami stories to foster learning, inspire a sense of place, and cultivate an engaged community. We accomplish this through education, collections, research, exhibitions, publications, and City Tours. Now celebrating our 85^th anniversary, the museum is a 70,000-square-foot facility and home to more than two million historical images and 30,000 three-dimensional artifacts, including a 1920s trolley car, artifacts from Pan American World Airways, and rafts that brought refugees to Miami.