Education Manager

Reports to: Education & Programs Director

Location: St. Louis, MO (in office and requires regional travel)

POSITION  SUMMARY

The Education Manager develops and implements a cohesive suite of educational programs that connect schools, families, and community audiences with the Craft Alliance mission. This role serves as the staff lead for youth programs and summer camps, managing everything from high-level program design to day-to-day administrative logistics.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Development & Facilitation

• Design and supervise core programs: Free Family Saturdays, ArtSmarts, Third Fridays, School Residencies, and Tuition-based Youth Classes/Camps.
• Develop interdisciplinary curricula for on-site, off-site, mobile, and virtual settings.
• Lead hands-on demonstrations in various craft media and discuss educational strategies.
• Organize and facilitate a Craft Alliance presence at local community events and festivals.

Administrative & Financial Management

• Manage program budgets, expense tracking, invoices, time tracking for faculty, and purchase orders.
• Assist with course scheduling and database/website management.
• Collect and report programming data and evaluations for grant requirements.
• Coordinate financial assistance and scholarship tracking for students.

Partnership & Faculty Leadership

• Build and sustain relationships with K-12 teachers, administrators, and community partners.
• Recruit, onboard, and train education faculty; manage faculty scheduling and time-tracking.
• Collaborate with the Studio Coordinator, Registrar, and Marketing Manager on logistics and promotions.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Art Therapy, or Visual Arts (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: 2–3 years in arts education, community programming, or educational administration.
• Teaching: Minimum 2 years of teaching experience with diverse age groups in varied settings.
• Skills: * Background in craft or visual arts.
  * Strong communication and organizational skills.
  * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  * Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A sincere passion for the arts and Craft Alliance’s role in the St. Louis community.
• An engaging communication style capable of building rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Unfailing discretion and ethical judgment when handling sensitive donor information.
• A “best-in-class” approach to detail and excellence.

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Benefits

• PTO plus major holidays.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Life Insurance and Retirement plan with employer match.
• Gallery/Shop discounts and tuition waivers for classes and camps.

How to Apply

Submit a resume, cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with this role, and three professional references in an email with subject line of Education Manager to: Bryan Knicely, Executive Director bryan.knicely@craftalliance.org.

Craft Alliance is committed to embracing diversity in all its forms, fostering an inclusive work environment where a wide range of characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives thrive. We believe that by valuing and leveraging this diversity, we drive innovation, creativity, and the success of our organization. We strive to promote diversity and inclusion on our board, among our staff and volunteers, and in our programming.

Craft Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Research shows that people from historically excluded communities apply to jobs only when they check every box in the posting. If you’re currently reading this and hesitating to apply for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! Let us know how your lived experience and passion set you apart.