Museum Educator

Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

Museum Educator

Palm Beach, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum is seeking a highly organized, creative, and enthusiastic Museum Educator to support and grow the Museum’s educational programming. This position is responsible for developing and leading engaging educational experiences for students, teachers, families, and visitors of all ages. The Museum Educator will manage field trip scheduling, develop curriculum and educational materials, oversee educational spaces, and assist with public and children’s programming.

    The ideal candidate is passionate about history education, enjoys working with children and educators, and thrives in a collaborative museum environment.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Lead and facilitate school field trips, guided tours, workshops, and educational programs

    Develop curriculum materials, lesson plans, activity guides, and educational resources aligned with state standards

    Coordinate and schedule school field trips and educational group visits

    Communicate professionally with teachers, parents, volunteers, and community partners

    Maintain and organize educational classrooms, supplies, and program materials

    Assist in planning and implementing seasonal programs, camps, family events, and public programming

    Support docent and volunteer training as needed

    Track program attendance and maintain educational records and databases

    Collaborate with museum departments to support exhibitions and special events

    Ensure educational spaces remain welcoming, safe, organized, and engaging for visitors

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in education, History, Museum Studies, Public History, Art History, or a related field preferred

    Experience teaching children or working in a museum, historic site, cultural institution, or educational setting

    Strong organizational and communication skills

    Ability to manage multiple projects and schedules simultaneously

    Experience writing curriculum and educational content preferred

    Comfortable speaking to groups of children and adults

    Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word required

    Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and special events as needed

    Preferred Skills

    Knowledge of Gilded Age history, Florida history, or museum education practices

    Experience working with K–12 educators and school groups

    Creative, flexible, and collaborative mindset

    Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment