*Education Coordinator*

*National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame*

*Fort Worth, TX*



We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated professional with a
belief in our mission to serve in the role of Education Coordinator.



The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame is a 33,000 square foot
facility located in the cultural district of Fort Worth. The National
Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame honors and celebrates women, past and
present, whose lives exemplify the courage, resilience, and independence
that helped shape the American West, and fosters an appreciation of the
ideals and spirit of self-reliance they inspire. Visit www.cowgirl.net and
our Facebook page to learn more about the Museum.



The Education Coordinator reports directly to the Research and Education
Manager and is the key leader responsible for ensuring the visitor’s
educational experience directly at the facility and through participation
in other forums as a part of the Museum’s mission. It is an exciting time
to join the museum team, as the Museum is undergoing a full renovation of
its exhibits.



*Essential Duties and Responsibilities*

·        Renovate and coordinate Museum docent/volunteer program as well as
recruit new members

·        Train gallery docents/volunteers to articulate the narrative of
exhibitions and galleries

·        Develop and implement continuing education initiatives for
students in grades K-12 and  collaborative programs offering continuing and
higher education opportunities

·        Administer and continue to enrich existing programming, such as
the backpack program, camps, and school break programs

·        Create and implement engaging programming, both at the facility
and outside the facility for students

·        Create/develop marketing materials for educational programming

·        Establish and maintain relationships with museums, schools,
community groups, and related institutions

·        Develop and implement interpretation/education plan and
corresponding policies

·        Develop and implement pre- and post-visit educational material for
grades K-12 curriculum tied to education core curriculum standards

·        Oversee the development of material for individual and group
visitation

·        Create written and electronic interpretive materials for
exhibitions including, but not limited to, audio tours, teachers’ guides,
and family guides

·        Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with museum
events and programs

·        Represent the museum with a high level of integrity and
professionalism, adhere to museum policies, maintain confidentiality, and
support management decisions in a positive, professional manner

*Education and Experience:*

·        Bachelor’s degree in education, museum studies, or history;
master’s degree in history or related field preferred

·        3 to 5 years in education, museum environment preferred

·        Demonstrated excellent writing, public speaking, and verbal
communication skills

·        Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills

·        Able to handle many activities and projects simultaneously

·        Working knowledge of Word Office Suite and Adobe Suite preferred

·        Applicants should be sensitive to the enhanced public role that
museums play in society and have a passion to communicate to others the
mission of the Museum



*Compensation: *

Pay Type: Salaried, Exempt, Full Time, 40 hours/week
Salary: $38,000 annually
Benefits: Group Medical and Dental Insurance; option to participate in a
403(B) savings plan

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening
and weekend duties dependent upon Museum events.



*Applicants shoul**d submit a cover letter and resume to:*



*Bethany Dodson*

*Research and Education Manager*

*The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame*

1720 Gendy Street

Fort Worth, Texas 76107

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