Education & Interpretation Manager

Lexington History Museums seeks a qualified candidate for Education & Interpretation

Manager. Lexington History Museums (formerly Lexington Historical Society) is an

independent non-profit organization that serves as a premier interpreter of the events of

April 1775, and the faithful steward of all the town's history through time. LHM operates

three historic sites, Buckman Tavern, Munroe Tavern, and the Hancock-Clarke House,

where significant events of the Revolutionary War unfolded, as well as the Lexington

History Museum at the Lexington Depot. An extensive collection from throughout three

hundred years of Lexington history includes documents, artwork, furniture, and textiles,

which are available to researchers at the Archives & Research Center. Special

programs for adults and children, including lectures, performances, educational

programs and tours, are regularly offered.

The part-time Education & Interpretation Manager is responsible for coordinating and

delivering high-quality educational programs for school, family, and community

audiences, with a focus on program implementation, educator training, and community

partnerships. Working closely with staff, committee members, and community

volunteers, the Education & Interpretation Manager ensures that educational offerings

align with LHM’s mission and interpretive goals.

Lexington History Museums is committed to a collaborative culture where employees

work together to achieve common goals, share ideas, and build upon the strengths of

each other.

Overall responsibilities of the Education & Interpretation Manager include:

• Coordinating and implementing existing school programs and guided tours.
• Assisting with seasonal programs, including children’s reenactment activities, spring and summer programs.
• Conducting training and evaluation of Museum Educators
• Overseeing the creation and presentation of educational and training materials, scripts, and reference materials.
• Developing strong relationships with local schools, educators and community organizations.

Qualifications:

• A minimum 3 years of experience in museum education, interpretation, or a related educational role, with a bachelor’s degree in history, education, museum studies, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and demonstrated training or support of part-time educators, guides, or volunteers.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse audiences and age groups and to work weekends, holidays, and special events as required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general business software.
• Preference is given to persons with experience working with school programs and a background in tourism, informal education, and familiarity with American history or historic sites.

This part-time position averages 25 hours per week, at a rate of $23/hour.

Lexington History Museums is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to

welcoming audiences of all backgrounds.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume/CV in PDF format, no later than February 2, 2026 via email or US Mail. Letters of interest will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Trenton Carls, Executive Director

Lexington History Museums

P.O. Box 514

Lexington, MA 02420

[email protected]

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Work Location: In person