PART-TIME EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM STAFF
SUMMARY: Learn and facilitate educational programming on behalf of the museum for various audiences.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned by museum administration.
- Conduct educational programs for PK-12 schools, homeschools, and adult groups.
- Maintain the teaching spaces to ensure adequate supply levels and readiness, both before and after scheduled programming.
- Assist with museum special events, public programming, and outreach as scheduled.
- Maintain a positive attitude and the ability to adapt to changes in daily itinerary on short notice.
- Arrive on time as directed by the administrative team.
- Be willing to learn new information on an ongoing basis, through hands-on experiences.
- Be comfortable with public speaking.
- Work with/as a team; be flexible, sociable, pleasant, and respectful.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Work with the Education administrative team to establish goals, objectives, and strategies in service of the museum’s mission, and work toward accomplishing those goals.
- Be responsible for ensuring high standards of professionalism in all areas of responsibility.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in science education, earth sciences, museum education, or a related field preferred.
- Two years of experience in formal or informal education preferred.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency with MS Office and distance learning platforms.
- Physical capabilities, including but not limited to the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand on hard surfaces for up to four hours, and possess visual and auditory acuity.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s License
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Professional certifications preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Museum and office environment, with non-standard hours generally between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Extended hours and weekends are required on a regular and/or rotating basis. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be high.
EOE, Drug & Tobacco Free. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Hannah Eisla, director of education, at hannahe@tellusmuseum.org. No phone calls, please.
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