We're Hiring: STEM & Live Programming Manager
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
STEM & Live Programming Manager
POSITION PURPOSE
The STEM & Live Programming Manager leads the Museum & Theatre’s education efforts to provide engaging, welcoming, and safe programming, events, and outreach rooted in environmental science and STEM. This position is dedicated to advancing equitable access to STEM Education programming both within the Museum & Theatre and through offsite community outreach, ensuring inclusive engagement with diverse communities. This position oversees the Aquarium space and Live Exhibits team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, engaging programming that advances the Museum's educational and visitor experience goals. This position reports to the Director of Education.
POSITION SUMMARY
Manage Team of STEM and Live Exhibits Personnel, Interns, and Volunteers
Manage STEM and Live team work assignments, schedules, time-off requests
Conduct regular reviews and check-ins with STEM and Live team members
Hire and train new STEM and Live staff
Manage Live team communications regularly with other teams
Manage Aquarium upgrade projects with Live Exhibits team
Organization-wide Program Development
Manage the development of new STEM Education programming and outreach rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL)
Lead STEM Education programing and outreach as needed for the public and for groups
Collaboratively co-manage organization-wide calendar of programming
Participate and sometimes lead collaborative program evaluation
Manage STEM and Live afterschool programs (primarily for ages 5-8)
Support interdepartmental program development for large programming events for our visitors including but not limited to New Year’s Eve and Halloween
Coordinate STEM presenters for programs in Maddy’s Theatre ○ Manage Visiting Scientist programs for STEM and Live activities
Advise and consult on new exhibit development as needed
STEM Education Space, Materials, and Budget Management
Manage upkeep and maintenance of Aquarium and life safety systems (with leadership from Live Coordinator) STEM & Live Programming Manager
Manage the upkeep and organization of STEM programming storage
Manage the STEM Education budget in collaboration with with the Director of Education
Manage STEM and Live Exhibits material improvements, maintenance and repairs and serving as liaison to contractors and consultants for said materials
Participate in grant creation for STEM Education focused grants.
Support Foward-Facing Work
Ensure all visitors feel welcome and represent CMTM to all visitors in a lively, play-based environment
Serve as Manager on Duty or Supporting Manager on Duty at least two days per week
Work directly with school and community partners to enhance organizational relationships and bolster programming
Perform other duties as identified by the supervisor, including weekly floor checks and covering front desk check-in as needed.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Leadership experience
At least 3 years of management experience or an equivalent combination of relevant leadership, supervisory, or project oversight experience
A least 3 years of creating programs for families and children 0-14
Aquarium experience a plus
STEM educational experience a plus
Comfortable speaking and engaging with large groups of people of various ages
ESOL Level 4+
Comfortable with e-mail and Microsoft Office suite and Google Calendar
Ability to work one weekend day as part of weekly work schedule
Day travel is regularly required for this position. CMTM reimburses all approved work travel at the federal rate. A candidate must possess a valid State of Maine driver's license, have and maintain a satisfactory driving record, have access to a vehicle, and be specifically named on the vehicle’s auto insurance policy
Passion for CMTM’s mission
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Energized by the Museum & Theatre’s mission and values
Solutions-oriented attitude and creative problem solving
Team player with a strong capacity to work independently
Flexibility and comfort alternating between managerial oversight and day-to-day tasks and projects
Excellent interpersonal skills
Positive attitude, a customer-service orientation, and a demonstrated ability to thrive in a nimble, fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF WORKPLACE/ROLE
Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and CMTM reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as CMTM may deem appropriate.
SCHEDULE
40 hours per week (full-time) in person, Sun-Thurs, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
COMPENSATION
$53,601.60 / year plus $12,000 annual benefit pay, paid biweekly. Benefit pay can be used toward a cafeteria plan of benefits including health insurance (3 options, HSA available), dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, 403b (retirement) plan contributions, and/or HSA contributions. Benefit pay may also be taken as pay in lieu of benefits.
Additional benefits include:
Annual free membership (for yourself or to give as gift)
Monthly free admission passes
Snacks, tea & coffee are available daily onsite
Staff events such as outings, parties, and lunches
CMTM has an equitable system of pay that offers a base rate based on position, along with longevity pay increases over time. This system is designed for equity and as such we do not have the ability to negotiate the compensation listed above.
HOW TO APPLY
Each applicant is required to email a resume, Museum & Theatre employment application, and letter of interest. In your letter of interest please respond to the following question: What excites you most about this role, and how would your experience and approach help create meaningful, engaging learning experiences for children and families?
CMTM Employment Application can be found at https://www.kitetails.org/jobs
Applications accepted via email to hiring@kitetails.org
Application Deadline: June 26, 2026 or until position is filled
CMTM encourages candidates to apply even if they do not meet every single requirement above. At CMTM, we enjoy helping individuals grow professionally. If this role excites you and your past experience has some alignment with these qualifications, we encourage you to submit an application.
ABOUT CMTM
At the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, we set the stage for every child to imagine and learn through play.
We value Belonging.
Everyone belongs at the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine. We believe each person has value and worth; we celebrate what makes each of us unique and what binds us together as a strong community
We value Play.
We embrace the power of play to build resilience, spark creativity, and ignite a child’s imagination. Play inspires our work, our physical spaces, our storytelling, and our learning experiences. We value Community. We center community in all we do. We strive to be an inclusive partner and resource in order to build strong, lasting relationships.
We value Curiosity.
We believe curiosity inspires children to explore, build empathy, and connect with others. Learning fueled by curiosity leads to a deeper understanding of self and the world around us.
We value Trust.
We provide safe, inclusive experiences and spaces to ensure that the community’s trust is earned and upheld in all that we do.
The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability status, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We are committed to making our facilities and programs accessible and safe for all members of our community, staff, and volunteers. We are actively working to increase accessibility and usability of our website, building, and educational activities. Supervisors work collaboratively with employees to make accommodations and modifications to accommodate the employee’s needs, including physical changes, assistive technologies, accessible communications, and policy enhancements. In doing so, we adhere to the available standards and guidelines and, in many cases, go beyond the guidelines to uphold our philosophy that our staff should have a safe and welcoming work environment where they can learn and grow. For a full description of our facility’s accessibility, please visit: www.kitetails.org/accessibility