Top 16 Museum Jobs in Kansas City, Mo

Museum Educator, K-12 and Family Programs - The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
University of Missouri - Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- $19.25 - $21.63 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Public speaking
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Assistant Manager of Visitor Experience
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art —Kansas City, MO
- Weekends as needed
- CRM software
- Background check
- Spanish
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Historic Site Supervisor - Mo Town Living History Museum
Jackson County, MO —Blue Springs, MO
- $28.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Director of Visitor Services - The National Musuem of Toys and Miniatures
University of Missouri - Kansas City —Kansas City, MO
- Up to $79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Merchandising
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Museum Content Developer
Eisterhold Associates Inc. —Kansas City, MO
- From $65,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Events Manager
American Jazz Museum —Kansas City, MO
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
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Educational Programs Attendant (Farmstead)
The City of Overland Park —Overland Park, KS
- $15 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Maintenance
Educational/Info Rep I
State of Kansas - Kansas Historical Society —Wyandotte County, KS
- $15.18 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Military encouraged
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Museum Protection Supervisor
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art —Kansas City, MO
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Museum Protection Officer Part Time
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art —Kansas City, MO
- From $15.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Front desk
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Exhibit & Display Builder - A Carpenter!
Exhibit Associates, Inc. —North Kansas City, MO
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
3D Exhibit Designer
Eisterhold Associates Inc. —Kansas City, MO
- From $75,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Guest Services Officer – Temporary Project (Green Roof)
The Nelson Gallery Foundation —Kansas City, MO
- $15.45 an hour
- Temporary
- Construction site
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Overnight Security Patrol Officer (Temporary Full-Time)
The Nelson Gallery Foundation —Kansas City, MO
- $16.24 an hour
- Temporary
- Construction site
- High school diploma or GED
- Communication skills
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Play Street Museum Team Member
Play Street Museum Leawood —Leawood, KS
- From $14 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Heritage History Lab Field Trip Facilitator - Ernie Miller Nature Center
JCPRD —Olathe, KS
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Retirement plan

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Museum Educator, K-12 and Family Programs - The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

University of Missouri - Kansas City -
Kansas City, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.25 - $21.63 an hour

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Caregiver leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Project reporting
Volunteer support
School experience
Evaluation research
Program design
Volunteer management
Youth engagement programs
Program evaluation (curriculum development processes)
Strategic planning in education
Client rapport building
Online learning activities
Public speaking
Mid-level
Collaborative curriculum development
Conducting guided tours
Volunteer training
Bachelor's degree
Cultural guided visit experience
Video conferencing software
Working with students
Content development
Field trips for children
Educational program evaluation
Participating in conferences
Online instruction
Academic program coordination
Video conferences (communication methods)
1 year
Benchmarking
Experience working with elementary school students

Full Job Description

Hiring Department

University of Missouri – Kansas City
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Often described as one of the best museums in Kansas City, T/m is striving to reach new audiences to share the world’s largest collection of fine-scale miniatures and the largest collection of antique toys on public display. T/m’s mission is to educate, inspire, and delight adults and children through the Museum’s collection and preservation of toys and miniatures.

For more information, click here.

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to support the Museum’s mission by creating and implementing a programming plan for schools, youth, and adult community learning. Directed by commitment to continue strengthening the Museum’s position as a site for life-long learning and civic engagement, the Museum Educator will engage with schools, educators, and families locally, statewide, and nationally.

Duties And Responsibilities

Family and Youth Programs

Work with subject experts, collectors, educators, and other professionals to develop content and deliver programs.
Create and maintain annual school and community programming plan; coordinate regular programming meetings with other staff.
Develop and implement an annual spring break and summer camp program.
Assist in developing programs in the galleries, offsite, or via video conferencing platforms, including engagements such as tours, hands-on educational activities, kits, videos, and audio recordings.
Contribute to producing interpretive materials about the Museum’s collection (catalogs, gallery guides, exhibit labels, etc.).
Work with other Learning and Engagement staff to ensure all programs are adequately covered by volunteer assistance; provide introductions for group tours, as necessary.
Develop partnerships with community programs that serve youth specifically and create an atmosphere that is welcoming to all.

Schools and Educator Engagement

Establish, maintain, and expand strong cooperative relationships with K-12 schools.
Research and develop education curriculum to deliver collection-focused programs for educators and K-12 students in school classrooms, during field trips onsite, and/or online for virtual visits.
Remain current on issues, standards, and best practices within the museum field and museum education.

Visitor Research and Evaluation

Create, distribute, and receive program evaluations; assist in analyzing responses and utilize participant feedback to guide future projects.
Report on established benchmarks, including program attendance, participant feedback, observational notes on curriculum, and program structures; evaluate the success of programs against stated objectives; make recommendations for future growth and change.

Administrative Duties

Participate in the selection and training of volunteers and interns.
Collaborate with other staff members in long-range strategic planning.
Assist with the development and execution of grant applications specific to programming for schools, youth, and community learning.
Participate in professional development meetings and conferences locally and nationally.
Manage the Education collection of over 1,000 objects.

Shift

This is a full-time staff position working 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, with an occasional evening or weekend.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching in school or community settings.
Experience in leading tours, facilitating programs and/or public speaking.
Exceptional written and communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as within a team.
Ability to manage multiple projects to successful completion on time and on budget in a fast-paced environment.

Attributes:

Passion for art, history, and museums as educational institutions.
A creative thinker who can generate new ideas and problem solve proactively.
High level of demonstrated personal accountability.
Stellar rapport with diverse audiences and a high degree of emotional intelligence.

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $19.25 - $21.63/hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: 008
University Title: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR II
To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Deadline

This position will remain open until filled with an initial review date of August 31, 2026.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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museum jobs in kansas city, mo

Museum Educator, K-12 and Family Programs - The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures

Assistant Manager of Visitor Experience

Historic Site Supervisor - Mo Town Living History Museum

Director of Visitor Services - The National Musuem of Toys and Miniatures

Museum Content Developer

Events Manager

Educational Programs Attendant (Farmstead)

Educational/Info Rep I

Museum Protection Supervisor

Museum Protection Officer Part Time

Exhibit & Display Builder - A Carpenter!

3D Exhibit Designer

Guest Services Officer – Temporary Project (Green Roof)

Overnight Security Patrol Officer (Temporary Full-Time)

Play Street Museum Team Member

Heritage History Lab Field Trip Facilitator - Ernie Miller Nature Center