Adjunct Instructor - Lead 524 - Learning And Engagement In Museums And Cultural Organizations (Lemco) Program

Program: Learning and Engagement in Museums and Cultural Organizations (LEMCO) Program

Position Vacancy: Adjunct Instructor

Semester: Spring, 2026 (January 20, 2026 - May 5, 2026)

Course title: Professional Development

Course number: LEAD 524

Credits: 1 credit

Day / Dates and Times: Thursday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Eastern Time

Modality: Hybrid

Background: Learning and Engagement (LEMCO) Program

The LEMCO program was launched in fall 2021. It combines elements of the prior Museum

Education and Leadership in Museum Education Programs at Bank Street with new content and

a hybrid format (online classes combined with occasional meetups in NYC regional cities)

Accepted students are mostly working and apply coursework (including assignments) to their

practice. The program is designed to advance professional trajectories in the cultural/non-profit sector

with an emphasis on learning, inclusion/access and community engagement across the life span.

Students (participants) represent different disciplines and interests: art, science, history, zoos, aquariums

and gardens, as well as libraries, community centers and performing arts education work. The first year

provides a solid background in education theory, human development, pedagogies, programming and

collaboration. The second year focuses on education in the broader organizational context, including

leadership, marketing/audience research, curriculum writing, grant writing and organizational dynamics.

The program culminates in a Master of Science in Education and requires 36 credits.

Course Description: LEAD 524 Professional Development

This course focuses on the current trajectory of each participant in terms of their professional

development. Participants will examine their individual strengths and challenges, practice speaking up

and articulating what they value and stand for, for example championing social justice and advocating

for the needs of diverse learners. The course will also touch on labor and current hiring practices

(including bias and discrimination), basic management principles, updating professional goals, public

profiles and fine-tuning skills around listening and personal reflection. This course will complement the

second semester of advising/fieldwork together with the Organizational Dynamics course to strengthen

each participant's skills and competencies.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and release a syllabus for the course with a detailed schedule of the modules week by

week, list of related resources/readings/assignments, what is expected of students and how they

will be assessed.

Upload syllabus, course materials and any online activities or submissions to Canvas (the online

learning system at Bank Street) about a week/ten days before the first class (zoom).

Prepare short video or audio resources introducing topics before classes as needed.

Grade assignments and offer comments/feedback

Consult with Program Director before start of course and after for review purposes.

Be in touch with instructors teaching that semester to avoid scheduling bottlenecks that might

impact student workload.

Qualifications:*

Master's degree required;

7-10 years' experience in the public dimension of a cultural institution/non-profit

organization with demonstrated experience planning public programs in museum/cultural

sites and community engagement, in several formats for diverse sets of users.

Experience teaching or training in college/university, using a learner centered pedagogy

centered around discussions, activities, guest speakers and short presentations online is

preferred.

Being able to draw on a number of examples from across the sector in different disciplines is

also beneficial.

• Since this course is taught mainly online, candidates from out of state can apply, however it is

advantageous if instructors are in the same or nearby time zones.

Note: this course could be taught by one person, or team taught with another instructor, especially if

having two adds more perspectives and experiences to the teaching of the course.

Compensation: $2,117