Careers at KCM

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Open Positions

Art Studio Facilitator

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/art-studio-facilitator/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Manager of Education

Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide experiences and memories to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through our museum space in Glenview, IL, we offer engaging learning environments featuring interactive exhibits and programs that encourage young children to become effective learners through play. As part of our commitment to ensuring that every child has access to the best learning experiences possible, we extend our footprint throughout the Chicagoland area through outreach programs, traveling exhibits, and partnering with educators to inspire meaningful change in the education of young children.

The Art Studio Facilitator is responsible for optimizing the visitor experience in the art studio and exhibit areas by providing expertise in early childhood (ages 0-8 years) and adult education in the arts.

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Custodian

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/custodian-2/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Director of Facility Operations

Under general direction, the Custodian is responsible for the general care and cleaning of the building, grounds and equipment as assigned. The Custodian is also responsible for room set-up, event preparation, opening and closing procedures, and snow removal as assigned.

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Development Associate

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/development-associate-2/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Director of Individual Giving

The Development Associate provides professional administrative support to the Offices of the President and CEO and the VP of Development, with oversight by the Director of Individual Giving. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, manage logistics, create a welcoming atmosphere, prepare professional reports and documents, and use good judgement and critical thinking skills to offer solutions to issues while projecting a high degree of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality.

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Development Operations Manager

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/development-operations-manager/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Director of Institutional Giving and Development Operations

The Development Operations Manager will provide support to the fundraising team by managing the donor database, processing donations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of donor information, conduct prospect research and assist with grant preparation and writing for institutional funding. The Manager will work closely with development staff to streamline fundraising processes, implement best practices for data management and analysis, support the entire team with accurate lists and reports, and advise on the most efficient, effective, and personalized ways to produce needed outcomes. This team member will support all fundraising campaigns and activities.

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Education Assistant Manager

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/education-assistant-manager/

Hours: Full-time
Reports To: Manager of Education

The Education Assistant Manager is responsible for ensuring a quality visitor experience in the museum program and exhibit areas, teaches museum workshops to school groups and childcare groups, and develops and trains staff on age-appropriate program activities. Additionally, this role assists with managerial responsibilities for Education Specialists I and II, Art Studio Facilitators, and Play Facilitators.

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Guest Experience Assistant Manager Part-Time, Friday/Saturday/Sunday

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/guest-experience-assistant-manager/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Guest Experience Manager

Reporting to the Guest Experience Manager(s), the Guest Experience Assistant Manager is responsible for day-to-day oversight of Museum floor staff including scheduling and providing breaks and coverage as well as facilitating department and safety training. The Assistant Manager also manages the guest experience by implementing and facilitating Museum programming, ensuring a safe Museum environment and contributing to the operations of the front desk, including general admissions and membership sales, as well as assisting with opening and closing the Museum.

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Guest Experience Assistant Manager Part-Time, Saturday/Sunday/Monday

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/guest-experience-assistant-manager-2/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Guest Experience Manager

Reporting to the Guest Experience Manager(s), the Guest Experience Assistant Manager is responsible for day-to-day oversight of Museum floor staff including scheduling and providing breaks and coverage as well as facilitating department and safety training. The Assistant Manager also manages the guest experience by implementing and facilitating Museum programming, ensuring a safe Museum environment and contributing to the operations of the front desk, including general admissions and membership sales, as well as assisting with opening and closing the Museum.

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Mobile Learning Lab/Popup Museum Facilitator

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/mobile-learning-lab-popup-museum-facilitator/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Community Engagement Manager

The Pop-Up Museum Facilitator is responsible for providing an engaging and educational experience for all visitors of the Mobile Learning Lab and Pop-Up Museum. The Facilitator supports a safe and fun environment through core operational duties, including engaging young learners through developmentally appropriate practices to enhance their experience, assisting with opening and closing of the Mobile Learning Lab and Pop-Up Museum, managing the cleanliness of the exhibits and assisting patrons with any questions or issues as they arise.

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Seasonal Play Facilitator- Sunday through Thursday

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/seasonal-play-facilitator-sunday-through-thursday/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Education Manager

The Play Facilitator supports an educational, safe and fun visitor experience through engagement within museum exhibits and common areas, to support opportunities of play. The Play Facilitator works directly with education team in daily care and maintenance of butterflies and butterfly habitat, museum exhibit experiences, planned and impromptu learning activities with young visitors and adults.

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Seasonal Play Facilitator- Tuesday through Saturday

https://www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org/careers/play-facilitator-pt-seasonal-tuesday-through-saturday/

Hours: Part-time
Reports To: Education Manager

The Play Facilitator supports an educational, safe and fun visitor experience through engagement within museum exhibits and common areas, to support opportunities of play. The Play Facilitator works directly with education team in daily care and maintenance of butterflies and butterfly habitat, museum exhibit experiences, planned and impromptu learning activities with young visitors and adults.

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Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-4:00 pm

Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-4:00 pm

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Admission

General Admission

  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Infants (Under 12 months): Free
  • Members: Free
  • Military/Veteran: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
  • Museums for All Program (EBT/WIC cardholders): $3/person (up to 4 admissions) *P-EBT not valid

All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

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Members-Only Hours: 8:30 – 9:30 AM Daily
The Museum is closed for general admission on these holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve

Please check our list of dates with adjusted hours.


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The Habitat Park outdoor exhibit will be CLOSED Mon – Wed, May 19 – 21 for maintenance work.