| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jul 03, 2026 |
Job Description
Education Program Coordinator
Position Summary: The Education Program Coordinator is responsible for delivering outstanding education programs from the London Children’s Museum. Reporting to the Director of Education, the Education Program Coordinator facilitates Ontario Curriculum-connected education programs for students, Kindergarten to grade six. This is the ideal position for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and creative educator who values the essential role of hands-on learning in child development, particularly in an informal learning setting. Our new team member will identify with and exemplify our organizational values, which are: Stay Curious, Include Everyone, Listen Well, Take Care and Have Fun.
Position: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) contract beginning mid-August 2026 and ending June 2027 (Parental Leave). Some weekend and evening work required.
Reports to: Director of Education
Key Responsibilities:
Skills:
Education:
Bachelor of Education in Primary/Junior or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
Position Requirements:
To Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume with job title in the subject line to [email protected] by Wednesday, July 20, 2026.
The London Children’s Museum is committed to creating inclusive employment practices and work environments that celebrate the dignity and uniqueness of every individual. Every effort is made to reduce accessibility barriers during the candidate recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available during every step of the hiring process.
Position Summary: The Education Program Coordinator is responsible for delivering outstanding education programs from the London Children’s Museum. Reporting to the Director of Education, the Education Program Coordinator facilitates Ontario Curriculum-connected education programs for students, Kindergarten to grade six. This is the ideal position for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and creative educator who values the essential role of hands-on learning in child development, particularly in an informal learning setting. Our new team member will identify with and exemplify our organizational values, which are: Stay Curious, Include Everyone, Listen Well, Take Care and Have Fun.
Position: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) contract beginning mid-August 2026 and ending June 2027 (Parental Leave). Some weekend and evening work required.
Reports to: Director of Education
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging, Ontario Curriculum-connected education programs both in the classroom and at the London Children’s Museum for students, Kindergarten to Grade 6
- Greet classrooms upon arrival at the London Children’s Museum
- Provide support within exhibits for self-guided field trips
- Represent the London Children’s Museum and our pedagogical values in all interactions with students and educators
- Monitor, maintain, and stock program supplies
- Coordinate ongoing program evaluations and participate in the development of annual education program reports
- Support education program bookings through administrative tasks such as education program bookings, communicating with educators, developing and maintaining program data and tracking sheets, and invoicing
- Liaise with classroom educators and school administration, as needed
- Work with the Director of Education to develop innovative and engaging education programs
- Be a helpful, positive, and engaged member of the London Children’s Museum staff team
- Depending on candidate experience, there is potential to support the London Children’s Museum day camps as well
- Accept other duties as required
Skills:
- Enthusiasm for and knowledge of the London Children’s Museum Statement of Pedagogy
- Demonstrated expertise, knowledge, and interest in kindergarten, primary, and junior education
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage students, Kindergarten to Grade 6 in hands-on, educational programming
- Ability to be flexible and responsive to an evolving environment, including applying appropriate group management strategies as needed.
- High attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
- Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in leading a team
- Experience assisting children who require additional support is an asset
- Experience with outdoor education an asset
- Experience with Google Suite an asset
- Bilingualism is an asset
Education:
Bachelor of Education in Primary/Junior or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
Position Requirements:
- Valid vulnerable sector screening (police check)
- Valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle and willingness to travel throughout London and surrounding region (Thames Valley District School Board and London District Catholic School Board). Mileage will be reimbursed.
- Child & Infant First Aid and CPR training (preferred)
To Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume with job title in the subject line to [email protected] by Wednesday, July 20, 2026.
The London Children’s Museum is committed to creating inclusive employment practices and work environments that celebrate the dignity and uniqueness of every individual. Every effort is made to reduce accessibility barriers during the candidate recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available during every step of the hiring process.
