Early Childhood Program Coordinator
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites:
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites (ISMHS) is a statewide museum system with 12 locations, including a central museum based in Indianapolis. Our mission is to ignite wonder, inspire curiosity, reveal stories, and create connections through relevant and engaging experiences that are fueld by our collection, sites, and stories. We are a catalyst for lifelong learning that connects the stories of real people, places, and things. We believe learning is for everyone, everywhere, and all the time.
Role Overview:
The Early Childhood Program Coordinator will assist with the development, implementation, promotion and evaluation of all programming and services for early childhood youth, parents, educators, and museum visitors at the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites.
This position will require availability outside of traditional working hours, including early mornings, weekends, and occasional evening events.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $46,350 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
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A Day in the Life
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with research, development, and facilitation of early childhood programs, including school programs, outreach programs, camps, public programs, professional development for educators, and daily engagement experiences.
- Develop curriculum and implement designated early childhood programs assigned by the Early Childhood Program Manager.
- Assist with grant-funded early childhood projects, including program development, program facilitation, and evaluation.
- Prepare all materials for designated programs and establish early childhood space such as the Firefly Landing.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of program supplies for early childhood space and Firefly Landing.
- Assist in the development and facilitation of demonstrations and programs for early childhood events and larger public programs within the museum spaces.
- Update and manage the early childhood school and community partner database.
- Conduct informal and formal evaluation for programs within the galleries and throughout the museum as needed.
- Enhance the visitor experience by engaging and interacting with visitors in the gallaries, early childhood space, and Firefly Landing.
- Assist with educational programs and project teams.
- Provide excellent customer service to visitors, program participants, educators, and parents.
- Work with the Early Childhood Programs Manager to develop and implement goals, objectives, and learning outcomes.
- Manage customer complaints, incidents, and accidents, taking the lead in emergency situations and for safety issues.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in Museum Studies, Elementary Education, Arts Education, Science Education, Anthropology, Public History, or related field.
- Background in education, theater, and/or customer service preferred.
Additional qualifications:
- Experience working with children and families in an informal or formal environment.
- Experience with hands-on, interactive program development and facilitation.
- Must be comfortable working independently and demonstrate initiative.
- Strong presentation, communication, and customer service skills, and collaborative work ethic.
- Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and occasionally evening events.
- Ability to research and write programs, reports, and evaluations.
- Ability to accept critical suggestions and respond effectively to program evaluations.
- Strong organizational, critical, and detailed thinking, analysis, and networking skills.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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