Position Description: Reporting to the Deputy Director for Engagement and Innovation, the Early Childhood Specialist will act as the project administrator for Creative Play, a new family program series which will enhance the Museum’s ongoing on-site weekend programs in art, science and cultural education, specifically targeting families with three to five year olds in Newark’s South Ward and the greater Newark region. This is a one year grant-funded position.

Qualifications:  BA degree; MA degree in museum education, art, science, early childhood education or related field preferred; 4+ years of teaching/curriculum development experience in school or museum setting; 2+ years experience coordinating and supervising programs: previous experience working with families in an urban environment a plus.

Website: http://www.newarkmuseum.org <http://www.newarkmuseum.org/>

Application Info: To apply, please submit your resume and letter of interest to: Human Resources Newark Museum 49 Washington Street Newark, NJ 07102 Fax: 973.642.0459 <tel:973.642.0459>  Email:humanresources@newarkmuseum.org

Contact Name: Human Resources

Contact Email: humanresources@newarkmuseum.org

Contact Phone: 973-596-6550 <tel:973-596-6550>