Education & Engagement Coordinator

Job Title

Education & Engagement Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

South Texas Institute For The Arts

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

PURPOSE

The Art Museum of South Texas seeks an enthusiastic and creative Education and Engagement Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This position is responsible for developing and implementing engaging educational programs for teens and adults that align with the Museum’s exhibitions and community initiatives. Working collaboratively with the Curator of Education, the Museum’s curatorial staff, and community partners, the coordinator will design programs that expand access to the arts, foster lifelong learning, and strengthen the Museum’s role as a regional resource for South Texas.

Classification Responsibilities

The Education and Engagement Coordinator works in tandem with the Curator of Education to develop and implement educational programs with CCISD, surrounding school districts, and community partners, providing relevant, TEKS-aligned classes for teens both on- and off-site. The Coordinator also creates a vision for adult education programming at AMST, including planning, coordinating, and evaluating public education programs that complement the Museum’s exhibition schedule. Additional responsibilities include overseeing docent and volunteer training programs, maintaining an educational philosophy consistent with the Museum’s mission, and working collaboratively across departments to support institutional goals.

Distinguishing Features

The Education and Engagement Coordinator supervises full- and part-time contracted instructors and volunteers. The position reports to the Curator of Education, who provides oversight through goal setting, observation, and evaluation of program outcomes. This role requires independent initiative, strong leadership, and the ability to balance creative program design with administrative and operational responsibilities.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Program Coordination

Percent Effort: 45%

• Develop innovative teen and adult programs that complement exhibitions and reflect AMST’s mission and educational philosophy

• Lead AMSTeens, the Museum’s teen arts council, fostering youth leadership and creative expression

• Build partnerships with TAMU-CC, school districts, and community organizations to expand arts access and engagement

 

Functional Area 2: Budget and Resource Coordination

Percent Effort: 15%

• Co-develop and manage teen and adult education budgets with the Curator of Education

• Purchase, organize, and maintain art and digital studio supplies, ensuring safe and efficient operations

 

Functional Area 3: Promotional and Interpretative Support

Percent Effort: 25%

• Collaborate with Marketing Coordinator to promote educational programs through digital, print, and social media channels

• Create interpretive and educational materials, including gallery guides, lesson plans, and multimedia content

 

Functional Area 4: Grant and Evaluation Support

Percent Effort: 15%

• Assist with writing grants and reports to secure and document funding for education and engagement programs

• Conduct evaluations and collect feedback to measure program success and guide continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Museum Studies, Art History, Studio Art, or a closely related field.

• Two (2) years of related experience.

• Demonstrated experience teaching visual art lessons in a classroom or community environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with various groups of people.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Art Education, Museum Studies, Art History, or related discipline.

• Experience developing and implementing art education or engagement programs for teens and/or adults in a museum, school, or regional setting.

• Experience supervising staff, interns, or volunteers.

• Experience writing or managing grants.

• Knowledge of TEKS standards and experience developing TEKS-aligned art curriculum.

• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or other digital design and learning platforms.

• Experience in program evaluation and data collection.

SALARY: Up to $3,666.67 Monthly ($44,000 Annual, Approximately)

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.