Providence Children’s Museum seeks an energetic, inspiring leader with demonstrated commitment to children’s play and learning to serve as Director of Education. The Director of Education is primarily responsible for ensuring exceptional programming and facilitation that supports the Museum’s mission and strategic objectives; serves as a leader and expert in developing and implementing a wide range of innovative informal education programs for children ages 1-11 and their caregivers as well as professional development for childcare workers, educators and others; is responsible for ensuring that the Museum serves diverse audiences through high-quality programs both within and beyond its walls; provides strategic leadership interdepartmentally as well as on all of the Education Department’s major initiatives; has key financial responsibilities and assists in securing grants and funding for programs; provides strong leadership and supervision (directly and indirectly) for three full-time employees and approximately 25 volunteers, student interns and AmeriCorps members. Qualifications include: proven track record as a dynamic team leader who can work collaboratively with peers, supervisees and community partners; at least five years in a management position in a museum or similar educational institution; excellent attention to detail while setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and flexibly solving problems in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment; masters degree in education, museum studies or related field, or equivalent experience; record of accomplishments as an effective manager and educator; strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills; familiar with child development and learning theory for an informal learning settings. For a full position description including application instructions, visit http://childrenmuseum.org/employment.asp.