Auburn University · 7 hours ago
Manager of Creative Learning
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $71K/yr
3+ years expAuburn University is seeking a Manager of Creative Learning to develop innovative approaches to arts education that engage both young people and adults with the museum. This role involves collaborating with faculty and students, creating professional development opportunities for educators, and expanding relationships with surrounding communities.
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Responsibilities
Collaborates with Auburn University faculty and students, particularly within the College of Education. Integrates museum education into academic programs and research initiatives at Auburn University in collaboration with the Academic Engagement Manager. Prepares on-site engagements for learning across all demographics, ensures spaces are organized and ready for visits, and communicates effectively with faculty and students before, during, and after engagements
Creates and facilitates dynamic professional development opportunities for PreK–12 educators, emphasizing cross-disciplinary and co-created learning projects. Aligns museum programing with relevant Alabama State Standards across the curriculum and designs opportunities for professional development around integrating curricular instruction across standards. Expands understanding of art’s impact on the public sphere and promotes innovative strategies for integrating museum resources into all disciplines. Incorporates new models of cultural participation, artistic practice, and technology-driven engagement, fostering collaboration, creativity, and interdisciplinary thinking in educational settings
Conceptualizes, develops, designs, implements, and presents innovative PreK–12 education, engagement, and learning experiences for students, families, and other stakeholders. Responsible for coordinating tours and explorations, overseeing engagement calendars, and leading workshops, institutes, and customized engagements as necessary. Ensures offerings are impactful, object-based, multi-sensory, and hands-on utilizing best practices in museum education, art-based pedagogies, and visitor studies to appeal to different learning styles. Incorporates multi-generational learning and participatory experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, experimentation, and global competence
Expands and enriches relationships between the museum and surrounding communities through partnerships with schools and student groups throughout the state. Brings their voices and needs into museum engagement opportunities for the betterment of civic life in the region, exploring philosophical, cultural, and ethical ideas about how the museum can serve as a space for public practice and exploration. Frequently meets in-person with partners to define optimal implementation and strengthen long-term collaboration
Conceptualizes educational content and interpretive tools for the museum website in collaboration with web and digital media staff. Develops innovative resources for other digital platforms and formats. Uses technology to develop new audiences, expanding access and engagement. Collaborates with peer institutions to share digital resources
Evaluates programs for effectiveness, relevance, and resource prioritization while maintaining alignment with current state standards. Gathers and analyzes qualitative and quantitative data for use in reports, grants, and funding proposals. Integrates data collection, measurement, and assessment into museum processes and programs. Ensures timely and collegial responses to questions and feedback from visitors, educators, and partners
Participates in museum-wide projects, staff training, and professional development opportunities to maintain awareness of current practices. Contributes to development and fundraising initiatives, including identifying grant opportunities, drafting proposals, and managing reporting for grants centered on innovative educational programming and community partnerships
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience OR Master's degree and 1 year of experience
Experience in education and/or museum outreach, education, or initiatives
Broad understanding of the field of visual arts, including a range of historical periods, cultures, and artistic trends, and a willingness to learn about subjects and material outside of established areas of expertise
Deep knowledge of and demonstrable commitment to arts education, especially for PreK-12 and families connected with museums
Familiarity with pedagogical and engagement trends in the areas of children and family learning, technology integration, stakeholder management, and State of Alabama education standards
Ability to work well and collaborate effectively with and/or supervise a wide range of audiences including staff, volunteers, funders, sponsors, volunteers, the general public, and other constituencies
Exceptional team and collaborative leadership skills, especially liaising with colleagues; comfortable leading large, small, and diverse groups to provide direction and mentorship through inspiration, consistency, and example
Ability to successfully plan, organize, and implement work to meet deadlines, unexpected business needs, and/or multiple changing priorities; keep up with high work volume often under pressure; multitask
Administrative with attention to detail, while incorporating the broader goals of the organization. Able to strategize, set and meet goals, and be proactive; and who pays meticulous attention to detail in the completion of tasks
High-level computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Experience in museum education to include: writing lesson plans, designing mission-driven programs that drive and achieve core strategies, planning workshops for teacher and professional development, and conceptualizing and implementing engagements such as camps, after-school programs, and teaching institutes
Experience designing and conducting assessments and evaluations, including statistics and gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
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