Education Coordinator

LeMay – America’s Car Museum (ACM) is recruiting for a full-time, Education Coordinator for our Tacoma, Washington location. This position is benefit eligible including Medical, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Basic Life, Voluntary Life, 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans with match, employee discounts and membership, 80 hours of paid sick leave, 80 hours paid vacation leave which increases by 8 hours each year, and 10 paid holidays/year.

Recruitment Video: videomatch.app.link/WcEVHEa9INb

We believe in promoting diversity and inclusion within our own organization and work culture. A diverse work environment gives us new perspectives on others, helps with problem-solving and decision-making, and leads to employees from all aspects of life working together while comfortably being themselves. ACM is an equal opportunity employer, and it is our goal to continue to improve our programs, processes, and initiatives in working towards and embracing a culture of diversity, belonging, and inclusion.

The Education Coordinator supports the development, implementation, and sustainability of the Museum’s Education programs, spaces, and experiences. The Education Coordinator is responsible for the development and daily implementation of the Museum’s lifelong learning programs including, but not limited to, the following: School, Youth & Family, Scout, and Adult Programs. The School Program provides educational group visits, workshops, and events for Pre-K through college, homeschools, and educators both at the Museum and out in the community. The Youth & Family Program ranges from Summer Camp to Family STEAM Days. The Adult Program offers lectures, tours, and hands-on automotive workshops for lifelong learners. The Scout Program connects both Boy Scout and Girl Scout groups with merit badge workshops, pinewood derby competitions, and late-night activities. The Museum Education spaces include education classrooms, the Powering the Future Learning Lab, the Education Resource Center, and the Family Zone, where lifelong learning, research, and professional development experiences spark creative learning.

Minimum Qualifications: The incumbent for this position must be at least 21 years of age and possess: A valid Driver License; A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Museum Studies, History, Science, or closely related field of study; A minimum of two years’ professional experience in the field of formal or informal education, which must include experience creating curriculum/lesson plans and facilitating lessons/classes to the PK-12 audience. Experience within a museum education department is preferred, and experience with automotive/career education is a plus. The incumbent must be a team player able to work independently and collaboratively among all departments within the Museum.

For more information on the Education Coordinator position, please click go the Employment section on our website: Employment - LeMay - America's Car Museum (americascarmuseum.org) and click on Education Coordinator.

If you are interested in applying for our position, please email your current resume, cover letter, and 2-3 examples of lessons written to: jobs@americascarmuseum.org.