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Our Culture

SUMM’s mission is to spark each and every person to love math.

We have a culture that operates according to the following values:

  • Bring math to life

  • Spark fun and joy

  • Engage all learners

  • Inspire creativity

  • Collaborate with community

  • Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion

If the mission and values speak to you, we’d love to talk as we grow our team.

Current Openings

“Math Out Loud” Program Manager

Seattle Universal Math Museum seeks a proactive, organized, and creative Program Manager to lead our Math Out Loud speaker series and other community programs. This role is ideal for someone who loves connecting people, managing details, and bringing engaging ideas to life. The Program Manager will recruit speakers, coordinate logistics, manage budgets and timelines, and help expand SUMM’s reach through thoughtful marketing and community partnerships.

Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1.

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Educator

Seattle Universal Math Museum (SUMM) is hiring part-time Educators to bring joyful, hands-on math experiences to communities across the greater Seattle area. Educators lead structured lessons and open-ended math play in libraries, schools, museums, and community spaces, working with children, families, and volunteers. This role is ideal for enthusiastic, equity-minded educators who love learning through exploration and are excited to make math joyful, accessible, and meaningful for all.

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Staff Testimonials

  • A headshot photo of Jenny Quinn.

    “If I had to dream up a position that played to my strengths and aligned with my personal mission to make math engaging, accessible, and fun… I don't believe I could have imagined anything better than this.”

    Jenny Quinn, Executive Director

  • A headshot photo of Rana Chan.

    “Every time I go to a library, school, or community event as an educator, someone inspires me to see math in a way that is surprising and fun.”

    Rana Chan, Programs + Logistics Coordinator

  • A headshot photo of Nick Rauh.

    “I appreciate that SUMM allows me to socialize at events and also roll with a 14 hour hyper focus when I'm in the zone. I love making math toys and getting to see people play with math! This is a great team!

    Nick Rauh, Mathematician in Residence

  • A smiling woman with shoulder-length wavy brown hair, wearing a grey and green shirt, standing outdoors beside a tree.

    “I love being able to work with a team that sees my value, and supports me in doing the things I do best! Being able to change the relationships that other humans have with math and learning is the icing on the cake!”

    Heather DeFord, Operations Manager

  • A woman with long dark hair and glasses smiling in a room with an ornate chandelier and vintage decor.

    “One of my favorite parts about SUMM is that we get to serve the community and be an addition to a variety of different programs. It allows the organization to be flexible and also model the flexibility that math holds.”

    Hannah Ruckman, Outreach Assistant

  • A headshot photo of Tunny Parrish

    “The culture at SUMM sets this organization above the rest. SUMM’s commitment to accessibility makes me feel valued and included here. I didn’t understand what it meant to love where you work — until I started working here!”

    Tunny Parrish, Graphic Designer + Social Media Specialist

  • A headshot photo of Kim Kotovic.

    “I was drawn to SUMM because it is a small organization with a big vision! The SUMM team is collaborative and supportive. It's a great environment to work in. I love it!”

    Kim Kotovic, Director of Partnerships