Vice President of Education

Reporting to the Chief Learning Officer, the Vice President of Education will lead the development and implementation of educational programming and content for audiences of all ages at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science. This leadership role drives innovation in educational experiences and oversees the curation and delivery of engaging learning opportunities that advance scientific interest and inspire curiosity across diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities

  Programming and Content Development

• Lead the development of early learning programs and experiences for children ages 0-8 and guide the integration of play-based learning and hands-on exploration across all early childhood programming

• Direct the creation and implementation of developmentally-appropriate content for guests of all ages for museum exhibitions, programs, and digital platforms

• Design and oversee innovative family learning experiences that support child development and caregiver engagement

• Develop curricular frameworks that align with learning standards and age-appropriate STEM education

• Collaborate with museum exhibit and science experts (both internal and external) in the development and refinement of museum exhibitions and elements

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and mentor a team of education professionals, including content developers, program managers, and education specialists

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the education department

• Manage departmental budget and resources effectively

• Develop and implement professional development opportunities for education staff

Assessment & Evaluation

• Design and implement comprehensive early learning evaluation frameworks

• Track key developmental indicators across cognitive, social-emotional, and physical domains for programs serving children ages 0-8

• Determine, measure, and analyze family engagement metrics

• Assess program effectiveness through multiple lenses, such as student engagement and learning progression in hands-on activities, growth in exploratory and inquiry-based behaviors, and social interaction and collaborative learning patterns

• Lead research partnerships with universities and early childhood experts to validate program impact

• Develop data collection methods appropriate for children, such as observational assessments and developmental checklists

• Create feedback loops between assessment findings and program development to ensure continuous improvement

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Science Education, or STEM-related field

• 10+ years of progressive experience in early learning and/or formal/informal science education

• Demonstrated expertise in age-appropriate learning strategies or curricular development

• Proven success leading and developing educational teams and implementing learning initiatives at scale

• Excellence in project management and cross-functional collaboration

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Advanced degree in relevant field

• Experience with digital learning platforms and technologies

• Demonstrated commitment to equity in science education

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time position based at Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas, TX

• Some evening and weekend work required for special events and programs

• Infrequent travel required for relevant conferences and professional development

• Physical requirements include standing and walking for extended periods during program supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee must occasionally:

  • Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

NOTE: This position is a mandated reporter role under the Museum’s policies and procedures.

Perot Museum of Nature and Science is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who share our passion for science education and community engagement.