Director of Learning & Education Programs - Folger Shakespeare Library

The Director of Learning and Education Programs will lead the strategic development and implementation of educational programs that support local, national, and digital engagement with Shakespeare and the early modern world. Building on the Folger’s tradition of excellence, they will shape innovative educational initiatives that integrate performance-based learning, expand national partnerships, and enhance the accessibility of the Folger’s educational resources for K–12 teachers, students, and a broader public of life-long learners. The Director of Learning and Education Programs will guide the design and delivery of workshops, fellowships, festivals, courses, and online content that align with the organization’s mission. They will also expand the reach of the Folger’s educational offerings to families, youth groups, and individual students looking to enhance their understanding of Shakespeare and the humanities. They will work closely with Senior Directors and the Creative Programming Leadership Group to devise content collaboratively and strategically to enhance the Folger’s reputation for public programming.



This role, in conjunction with four full-time staff and a varying number of contracted teachers, will oversee and ensure the continued growth and excellence of national and local programs, including professional development institutes, student festivals, life-long learners, and school-based workshops. They will build and maintain relationships with educational institutions, foundations, local schools, and cultural organizations while collaborating across other Folger departments to connect exhibitions, programming, and collections with dynamic learning experiences. The Director of Learning and Education Programs will represent the organization at conferences and in educational settings, manage a high-performing staff, and steward the department’s budget and funding strategies in coordination with the Folger development and finance teams. They will work collaboratively with the team of Senior Directors and Board of Governors to create the Folger’s next strategic plan, establishing the Folger’s programmatic and organizational goals while ensuring its financial sustainability.


Salary: 175,000-185,000