Education Manager

The Works Museum

Job Posting - October 2026

At The Works Museum, everyone engineers. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of innovators, engineers, and creative problem solvers. Through hands-on exhibits, camps, and educational programs, we spark excitement for science and engineering in all children.

The Works Museum is seeking an Education Manager to help lead and strengthen our education programs. This position combines hands-on teaching with team leadership. Approximately half of the position will be dedicated to facilitating educational programs, with the remaining time focused on supporting Educators, improving curriculum, coordinating program logistics, and implementing systems that improve the functionality of the Education team.

Staff Management and Program Operations

• Working collaboratively with the Director of Education and Operations, hire, train, supervise, and coach a team of 4-5 year-round STEM Educators and additional seasonal education staff.

• Lead team meetings, staff training, and professional development.

• Collaborate with the Education team to ensure programs are well prepared and delivered consistently.

• During summer camp, provide daily support to Educators, communicate with families and partner organizations to support camp needs, and step in to cover Educator shifts as needed.

• Observe teaching and provide feedback to support effective instruction and continuous improvement.

• Foster a collaborative team culture that values creativity, accountability, and learning.

Education Program Delivery

• Facilitate open-ended problem-solving, collaboration, and experiential learning through The Works’ core programs, including school group workshops, summer camps, and Family Engineering Nights.

• Create welcoming, inclusive learning environments for children, families, teachers, and community partners.

• Deliver programs at the Museum and off-site locations throughout the Twin Cities metro area, with occasional travel to greater Minnesota.

• Work cross-departmentally to deliver events and special programs with community partners.

• Cross-train to effectively cover other areas of program delivery, when needed.

Curriculum and Program Development

• Lead the development, revision, and improvement of curriculum for workshops, camps, and other programs.

• Collaborate with Educators and museum colleagues to create engaging, age-appropriate, and accessible learning experiences.

• Incorporate current research and best practices in STEM and engineering education.

• Organize and maintain lesson plans, program materials, and training resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, Secondary STEM Education, a STEM field, Museum Studies, or equivalent experience.

• 3–5 years of experience in staff management.

• Experience developing and implementing educational programs or curriculum.

• Experience working with PreK and elementary-aged children in a formal or informal educational setting.

• Experience supporting diverse learners, including neurodivergent students, preferred.

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to lift 30 pounds and move comfortably throughout the Museum, classrooms, and off-site locations.

• A valid driver’s license.

• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to supporting and developing others.

• Collaborative, self-directed, and dependable, with strong attention to detail and follow-through.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Creative and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Passionate about hands-on, learner-centered education and inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices.

The Works is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual with respect to the terms and conditions of employment based on that individual’s race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, housing status, or any other non merit factor protected under state, local, or federal laws.

To Apply: Please submit an electronic cover letter and resume to jobs@theworks.org. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.