Our client, a respected Art Museum based in Stellenbosch, is looking for a passionate and creative Outreach Museum Educator to join its Education team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who believes in the transformative power of art and education. The successful candidate will develop and deliver engaging educational programmes that connect learners, educators and communities with one of South Africa's leading visual art collections.
Working closely with the Senior Museum Educator, you will help expand the museum's outreach initiatives, create meaningful learning experiences, and build lasting partnerships with schools, educators and community organisations, with a particular focus on underserved communities.
If you have a passion for education, visual arts and community engagement, and enjoy inspiring others through creativity and learning, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and facilitate outreach programmes, educational workshops and guided museum tours.
Build and maintain relationships with schools, educators and community organisations.
Design engaging educational resources linked to museum exhibitions and permanent collections.
Coordinate outreach activities, schedules and programme administration.
Assist with educational planning, annual budgets and programme development.
Manage educational materials, equipment and workshop resources.
Capture programme data and maintain accurate records.
Collaborate with museum staff, artists, facilitators and external partners to deliver meaningful public programmes.
Minimum Requirements
Teaching qualification.
Knowledge of practical art education methodologies.
Knowledge of Art History and Art Theory.
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva to create educational resources.
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
Fluent in English and Afrikaans (isiXhosa will be advantageous).
Experience Required
Previous experience in museum education or gallery education.
Experience facilitating educational programmes, workshops or guided learning.
Experience working with the South African CAPS curriculum (Visual Arts and/or Design) will be advantageous.
Experience working with learners from diverse backgrounds.
A genuine interest in contemporary African art and culture.
The Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
Has a passion for education and the visual arts.
Enjoys working with children, educators and community groups.
Is confident presenting to groups and facilitating workshops.
Can build strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Works independently while thriving in a collaborative environment.
Is organised, adaptable and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional Information
Working hours: Monday to Friday (09:00 – 17:00), with occasional weekends, public holidays and school holiday programmes as required.
Own reliable transport is required.
Additional Information
We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA. is looking for a passionate and creative Outreach Museum Educator to join its Education team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who believes in the transformative power of art and education. The successful candidate will develop and deliver engaging educational programmes that connect learners, educators and communities with one of South Africa's leading visual art collections.
Working closely with the Senior Museum Educator, you will help expand the museum's outreach initiatives, create meaningful learning experiences, and build lasting partnerships with schools, educators and community organisations, with a particular focus on underserved communities.
If you have a passion for education, visual arts and community engagement, and enjoy inspiring others through creativity and learning, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and facilitate outreach programmes, educational workshops and guided museum tours.
Build and maintain relationships with schools, educators and community organisations.
Design engaging educational resources linked to museum exhibitions and permanent collections.
Coordinate outreach activities, schedules and programme administration.
Assist with educational planning, annual budgets and programme development.
Manage educational materials, equipment and workshop resources.
Capture programme data and maintain accurate records.
Collaborate with museum staff, artists, facilitators and external partners to deliver meaningful public programmes.
Minimum Requirements
Teaching qualification.
Knowledge of practical art education methodologies.
Knowledge of Art History and Art Theory.
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva to create educational resources.
Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
Fluent in English and Afrikaans (isiXhosa will be advantageous).
Experience Required
Previous experience in museum education or gallery education.
Experience facilitating educational programmes, workshops or guided learning.
Experience working with the South African CAPS curriculum (Visual Arts and/or Design) will be advantageous.
Experience working with learners from diverse backgrounds.
A genuine interest in contemporary African art and culture.
The Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
Has a passion for education and the visual arts.
Enjoys working with children, educators and community groups.
Is confident presenting to groups and facilitating workshops.
Can build strong relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
Works independently while thriving in a collaborative environment.
Is organised, adaptable and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional Information
Working hours: Monday to Friday (09:00 – 17:00), with occasional weekends, public holidays and school holiday programmes as required.
Own reliable transport is required.
Additional Information
We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.
