Learning Engagement Coordinator- Museum Programs

Learning Engagement Coordinator- Musuem Programs

Marbles Kids Museum is a vibrant, nonprofit children’s museum and IMAX Theatre located in the heart of downtown Raleigh. Marbles has been sparking imagination, discovery, and learning through play since opening its doors in 2007. Marbles’ serves a diverse population of families, school groups, and community organizations through award-winning play-based exhibits, summer camps, IMAX documentaries, feature movies, and special events year-round. Today Marbles ranks among the top family destinations in North Carolina providing learning experiences for children with creative programs, and larger-than-life movies.

The Opportunity

Play is serious work, and at Marbles Kids Museum, it's at the heart of how we learn, grow, and connect with children and their families. Marbles is seeking a creative and kid-centric Learning Engagement Coordinator to lead engaging, hands-on programs, events, and activities on the museum floor. In this role, you’ll bring daily programming to life like Artrageous, Babytime, Science Solver, and more! You’ll also manage our special Guest Stars as they share their talents with our guests. If you're passionate about early learning and thrive in playful, fast-paced environments, we’d love to connect with you!

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Manage, enhance, and facilitate hands-on, play-based daily programming and activities geared toward early learners (0-11) using Marbles Play-Based Learning Rubric.
• Lead learning events, including but not limited to coordinating with external partners, planning food, activities, and setting up and breaking down events.
• Coordinate and lead the Guest Star Program.
• Collect and share data, including but not limited to engagement surveys and counting participants who attend museum programs and events.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Ideal Experience and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or a related field preferred.
• 2 years of experience delivering engaging learning experiences for children (0-11 years old) and creating inspiring environments is ideal.
• 2 years experience in early childhood development and play-based learning preferred.
• Proven ability to initiate, prioritize, organize, and execute multiple projects at a time. 
• Demonstrated ability to share creative, fresh ideas. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

 Work Environment

• Exposure to a noisy and crowded atmosphere.
• May need to walk between two buildings with some outdoor exposure.

Schedule

• Flexible schedule required, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be available to a predominantly for a Tuesday -Saturday schedule.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance 
• Health Savings and flexible spending accounts 
• Life and AD&D insurance 
• Short and Long-Term Disability 
• Parking and commuter benefits 
• Paid time off for 17 vacation days and 9 holidays 
• Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401k program with employer matching after a waiting period 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Great Marbles Perks & Discounts 
• Fitness Benefits

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the hiring process, please contact the People Team at [email protected] or 919-857-1069.

Marbles Kids Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment opportunities because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability, genetic information or any other federal, state or local protected class.