Captivating Museum Tour Guide & Storyteller

Philaculture; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 22 000 - 25 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

403b with employer match

Store and cafe discounts

Free general admission for you and a+1

Résumé du poste

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time Museum Guide to lead visitors through the Winterthur House, delivering introductory and seasonal tours with engaging storytelling. Guides are trained to design personal tours and participate in ongoing collection studies, with emphasis on accessible interpretations for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities include conducting tours, maintaining safety, and supporting emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 1-2 years of forward-facing customer service experience.
• 1 year of similar experience with a Bachelor’s degree.

Responsabilités

• Lead tours of Winterthur House rooms with age- and knowledge-appropriate interpretations.
• Conduct walking tours up to 2 hours and stationary interpretation up to 6 hours.
• Provide engaging interpretations that connect history, global culture, and the Winterthur Story.
• Maintain tour conduct for safety and timely completion.
• Attend monthly Guides Meetings and ongoing training; participate in school programs or garden/estate tours as needed.

Connaissances

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Formation

HS diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library in Pennsylvania is seeking a part-time Museum Guide to lead visitors through the Winterthur House, delivering introductory and seasonal tours with engaging storytelling. Guides are trained to design personal tours and participate in ongoing collection studies, with emphasis on accessible interpretations for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities include conducting tours, maintaining safety, and supporting emergency procedures.