About the Position:
The Laguna Art Museum is poised for an exciting new chapter of growth and excellence, driven by a strategic vision to become both locally loved and nationally recognized. The Museum is seeking a passionate and motivated educator for the role of Education Specialist. This role is responsible for developing and delivering a wide range of programs for audiences of all ages. This role combines leadership in tour facilitation and public engagement with behind-the-scenes coordination of educational logistics, including scheduling, communication, and team support. The Education Specialist trains and collaborates with docents, staff, and volunteers to ensure museum quality and standards-based learning experiences both onsite and in the community. This position requires a flexible, creative educator who is passionate about museum education and committed to making the arts accessible and meaningful for diverse audiences.

Apply:
Email your resume to Katherine Morton, Manager of Education, at [email protected]

About the Positions:
The ASN is seeking two interns to assist with marketing and communications. Eligible applicants must be currently enrolled at an accredited higher education institution. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible for this opportunity. This is a remote position for the Fall 2025 semester with an anticipated start date of August 18, 2025.

The ASN Marketing & Communications Interns will work closely with the ASN team to support communications channels and online presence, assist with content management in the Learning Management System, contribute to marketing initiatives, and help with service-related operations and logistics.

How To Apply:

• Resume (please submit as a PDF)
• Cover letter (please submit as a PDF)
• At least one writing or design sample (e.g., blog, report, presentation, etc)
• At least two references

The major responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Mine data from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), the College Scorecard, U.S. Census, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and other sources to produce datasets that help identify institutions and states that are successfully enrolling and graduating underserved populations, or making significant progress in those areas
• Collect original qualitative data or administer survey research
• Analyze national datasets to identify barriers to access and success for students of color and low-income students in higher education
• Contribute to the improvement and updating of College Results, an interactive webtool
• Develop and analyze equity metrics that assess how successful institutions and states are at increasing access, accountability, affordability, and success for students of color and low-income students
• Collect literature and draft research to inform team projects and policy recommendations
• Develop tools and processes to aid postsecondary improvement efforts
• Package research and data for lay audiences and funders in Education Trust presentations, briefs/reports, webtools, blogs, grant applications, and the website.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE​

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a bachelor’s degree in education, public policy, statistics, research methodologies, or a related field; enrollment in a Master’s degree program is preferred
• Experience in a research role, including quantitative data analysis
• Experience with statistical software (R, SQL, Python, STATA, SPSS) and/or data visualization (Power BI, Tableau, R, gplot, etc.)
• Familiarity with higher education issues preferred

After School Instructors may work with a group of up to 20 students from TK - 8th grade with daily tasks consisting of but not limited to: Tutoring, homework assistance, and educational enrichment. Instructors must have high energy, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to maintain a fun and organized atmosphere. Instructors also ensure seamless integration of Catalyst programs with school day activities by sharing district classroom spaces and collaborating closely with school district staff. After School Instructors report to the Site Coordinator at their respective site.
Education
The MINIMUM formal relevant education required by the position.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must meet school district’s requirements which may vary based on location (i.e. passing an exam, Paraprofessional certification, etc.) College units in education, recreation, child development desired

Experience
The MINIMUM relevant experience necessary to qualify for the position.

• 6+ months’ experience working with children preferred

The Program & Coach Development Coordinator plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and effective coaching environment. This position is responsible for supervising, mentoring, and supporting coaches while ensuring that all program standards and goals are met. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and organizational skills, a passion for youth development, and a commitment to building a high-performing coaching team.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Hiring of Coaches: Assist in the recruitment and coach selection process.
  
• Point of Contact for Coaching Staff: Serve as the primary liaison between coaches and the organization’s leadership, addressing concerns, facilitating communication, and ensuring alignment with program goals.
  
• Team Development: Gain coaching experience to develop an understanding of a coach's developmental path for promotion. Offer technical and strategic advice to coaches, helping them refine their techniques and maximize their effectiveness. Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and organizing training sessions to enhance their skills and confidence.
  
• Program Execution: Oversee staffing to ensure programs are equipped to meet company goals. Design and oversee program curriculums and daily lesson plans to meet program objectives.

Status: Part-time (15-20 hrs per week per schedule)

• Available to work Wednesdays, Fridays and at least one weekend day ie. Saturday or Sunday

Location: Hybrid, Newport, CA

As a Thrive intern, you will get first hand experience learning the ins and outs of running a college prep program with multiple locations across the country. You’ll have the opportunity to work across departments, brainstorm and spearhead projects and take them from idea to fruition. Along the way you’ll receive mentoring from your colleagues and other professionals in our networks. With support from the Director of Academies and Program Operations Managers, the intern will be responsible for supporting the Academies team with day to day administrative tasks leading up to Thrive Academy, supporting pre-departure needs of Scholars, and developing communication materials for Scholars, internal and external stakeholders.

University of Southern California
Tentative Dates: June 23rd - August 1st