career opportunities

The New Children’s Museum prides itself in having energetic, innovative employees who love to think, play and create! Please check back regularly – we post as soon as positions are open.

Current open positions (click on position to apply):

Facilities + Operations

Art + Engagement

Senior Teaching Artist (full-time)

Position Overview: Senior Teaching Artists are key members of the Art and Engagement team who work directly with the Museum’s diverse audience of children and families. Skilled in both the arts and teaching, they execute programs by engaging participants in hands-on activities and developing original curricula to be utilized across museum programs. They perform in a dynamic group environment and work collaboratively to deliver high levels of creative engagement. This position is supervised daily by Art and Engagement\ administration and reports to and is evaluated by the Studios Manager.

Location: on-site in San Diego, CA

Compensation: $22.31/ hour

APPLY HERE

Teaching Artist (Full-Time)

Position Overview: Teaching Artists are key members of the Arts Education, Community Programs, and Studio Programs team who work directly with the Museum’s diverse audience of children and families. Skilled in both the arts and teaching, they execute programs by engaging participants in hands-on activities. They perform in a dynamic group environment and work collaboratively to deliver high levels of creative engagement. This position is supervised daily by Arts Education, Community Programs, and Studio Programs administration and reports to and is evaluated by the Associate Director of Art and Engagement.

Location: On-site in San Diego, CA

Compensation: $21/hour

APPLY HERE

Education

Advancement Team

Artopia: NCM Creative Studios

We’re Open On Labor Day!

Spend your long weekend with us! The New Children’s Museum is open 9am–4pm, ready for a full day of play, creativity, and discovery. Explore interactive exhibits, dive into hands-on art activities, and enjoy an unforgettable family adventure!

Buy tickets here!

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