Curiosity Guide - Learning and Engagement

Thanksgiving Point Institute Inc.; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Free Membership

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Assistance Program

Venue discounts

Food discounts

Job summary

Thanksgiving Point in Utah is seeking a part-time Curiosity Guide to engage children, families, students, teachers and community members through hands-on learning, STEM activities, and museum education.

You will lead programs, adapt to diverse learners, and collaborate with the Learning & Engagement team to create inclusive, memorable experiences on property and in outreach. A background in education or youth programs is helpful; 18+ and background check required.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching, facilitating, presenting, and leading groups in educational settings.
• Experience working with children, families or community groups preferred.
• Interest or experience in education, STEM, museums, or youth programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and lead educational programs and interactive learning experiences.
• Facilitate programs for children, families, school groups, teachers, and community members.
• Welcome participants with confidence and curiosity, enabling meaningful discovery.

Skills

Teaching experience

Facilitating groups

Clear communication

Education

Education interest

Job description

Curiosity Guide - Learning and Engagement

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM. Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen. If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you.

Description

Curiosity Guide with Learning and Engagement Job Description

Wage: $13/hour

Shift: Part time. Morning and afternoon shifts. Minimum of 15 hours per week. May include Saturdays, holidays, and evening shifts.

Benefits: On the job training, Free Membership for you and immediate family; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue and food discounts; and more!

Summary: Come join our amazing Education and Learning & Engagement team as a Curiosity Guide! In this role, you’ll engage children, families, students, teachers, and community members through hands-on learning, educational programs, STEM experiences, museum education, science activities, and interactive discovery. If you enjoy teaching, facilitating, leading groups, working with children, and creating memorable educational experiences, this could be the role for you. Curiosity Guides help learners of all ages discover new ideas, ask questions, explore the world around them, and experience the joy of learning. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience or interest in education, teaching, youth programs, informal education, museums, science education, STEM education, recreation, camps, or community programming who wants to make a meaningful impact in a fun, family-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and lead educational programs, classes, demonstrations, activities, and interactive learning experiences in a variety of settings.
• Facilitate programs for children, families, school groups, teachers, and community members at Thanksgiving Point, in schools, and through community outreach.
• Welcome and engage program participants with confidence, compassion, and curiosity, creating opportunities for meaningful discovery and learning.
• Use hands-on activities, storytelling, questioning, demonstrations, and creative teaching techniques to make learning engaging and accessible.
• Create classrooms and learning spaces that are fun, inclusive, safe, organized, and welcoming for learners of all ages and abilities.
• Adapt activities and communication styles to meet the needs of different learners and groups.
• Cultivate positive experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration, and a love of learning.
• Collaborate with Learning & Engagement team members to develop and improve facilitated and self-guided educational experiences both on and off property.
• Evaluate participant experiences and contribute ideas for improving educational programs and guest experiences.
• Represent Thanksgiving Point’s mission, values, and policies with confidence, compassion, and curiosity.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a manager or supervisor.

Requirements

• Experience teaching, facilitating, presenting, leading groups, or working with learners in formal or informal educational settings.
• Experience working with children, youth, families, students, or community groups is preferred.
• Interest or experience in education, science, STEM, museums, environmental education, recreation, camps, youth programs, or community engagement is a plus.
• Ability to confidently lead groups and communicate clearly with learners of different ages and abilities.
• Ability to create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Comfortable working independently while also being part of a highly collaborative team.
• Patience, professionalism, and a positive attitude in a busy, active, and sometimes noisy environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with positivity and professionalism.
• Comfortable adapting to different audiences, learning environments, and program needs.
• Must be comfortable working indoors and outdoors, around animals, insects, and loud noises.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, climb stairs, bend, manipulate small objects, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to provide verbal instructions in English.
• Valid Utah driver's license preferred; must pass an MVR.
• Ability to travel for several days at a time preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a background check.

Why Thanksgiving Point?

At Thanksgiving Point, we believe learning should be joyful, engaging, and accessible to everyone. Our team creates experiences that spark curiosity and connect people with the natural world, science, creativity, and each other. As a Curiosity Guide, you won't simply teach a lesson—you'll help create moments when a child asks a question, a family discovers something new, or a student realizes they can do something they didn't think they could. If you're passionate about education, love working with people, and want to help bring the joy of learning to life, we'd love to meet you!

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates.

If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to [e-mail].

We are an E-Verified Required Employer

Position Curiosity Guide - B

Shift Days

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Category Education

Location Thanksgiving Point

Number of Openings 12

Number Filled 0

This position is currently accepting applications.