Head of Education
Core
Oversee 25,000+ annual education programs and manage a 50+ staff team to connect diverse audiences with The Met's art collections and exhibitions.
Role type
Senior leadership (Head of Education)
Builds
Museum-based education programs, public lectures, symposia, teacher training, and community engagement initiatives.
Domain
Art Museum / Cultural Heritage / Education
Required skills
Strategic planning, team leadership, fundraising, stakeholder management, budget management, program innovation, community partnership development, NYC education system knowledge.
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in education or art history, 15+ years museum management experience, donor engagement, board relations.
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Envision and execute comprehensive education strategy, attract and lead diverse staff, develop relationships with donors and community partners, oversee departmental budgets and staffing, drive experimentation in learning experiences, expand engagement with local communities and public school systems.
Seniority
Executive, strategic leadership