Program Coordinator
Organization
Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education · Wilmington · DE · Northern DelawareJob Type
ContractSalary
$22/hrCategories
Administrative, Artistic, EducationClosing Date
November 1, 2026Description
Contract Period: November 15, 2026 - Nov 15, 2027, with possibility of renewal
Compensation: $22/hour. Variable, year-round position, up to 20 hours per week. Approximately $22,880 annually if extrapolated to 20 hours weekly. Compensation is based on hours worked.
Organization Mission: Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education’s mission is to enhance the quality of education in Delaware by delivering arts-integrated experiences to students and teachers… inspiring the artist within.
Position Overview: DiAE seeks an organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented Program Coordinator to provide administrative and logistical support for our arts education programs throughout Delaware.
DiAE is a small, collaborative, and relationship-centered organization. We value teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning. We are seeking someone who is proactive, dependable, and a systems thinker to help keep our programs organized and running smoothly.
Working closely with the Artistic Director and other DiAE staff, the Program Coordinator will coordinate scheduling and program logistics, maintain documentation, communicate with school partners and teaching artists, and assist with program evaluation across DiAE's three program areas:
Delaware Wolf Trap Early Learning Through the Arts
K–12 Artist Residencies
Teacher Professional Development
This is a 12-month, hybrid independent contractor position beginning November 15, 2026, with variable hours of up to 20 hours per week. There may be an opportunity to renew or extend the contract following the initial term.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Zoom
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with staff, teaching artists, and school partners.
- Ability to maintain organized records, implement administrative systems, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
- Experience coordinating educational programs preferred
- Interest in arts education and DiAE's mission
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Artistic Director in coordinating DiAE's three program areas.
- Communicate with school partners, classroom teachers, teaching artists, and cultural organizations to coordinate program logistics.
- Maintain accurate program calendars, schedules, checklists, and administrative records.
- Track program details, deadlines, and outstanding tasks, following up with teaching artists and school partners as needed.
- Assist with collecting and organizing program data and documentation for grant applications, reporting, and evaluation.
- Coordinate post-program evaluations, including collecting teacher feedback, conducting interviews as needed, and organizing evaluation results.
- Assist with coordinating visiting master artists, museum visits, and theater field trips.
- Help maintain administrative processes and organizational tools that support efficient program coordination.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should submit their resume, including the email and phone number for two professional references, to DiAE’s Office Manager Leah King at leahking@udel.edu. Please call our office at 302-660-4783 with any questions.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2026
DiAE welcomes applicants who share our commitment to expanding access to high-quality arts education throughout Delaware.