Education Programs Assistant: Military History & Youth

Cantigny; Illinois; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Cantigny Park seeks a part-time Program and Education Assistant to support its education and public programming. This role collaborates with educators to deliver tours, field trips, scout programs, and family activities, focusing on engaging stories from U.S. military history for diverse audiences.

The position is on-site, about 20 hours per week, with weekend, evening, and holiday hours required. The ideal candidate loves working with students and families, can adapt to indoor and outdoor

Qualifications

• Background in education, history, museum studies, or related work preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service orientation.
• Experience teaching or engaging youth and families.
• Excellent oral and written storytelling skills.
• Passion for the Foundation’s mission and values.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable outdoors and indoors in varying weather.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Available weekends; some evenings and holidays.
• Physical ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Will complete Cantigny safety trainings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate educational programming and field trips.
• Assist Educators with program evaluation and materials.
• Set up, run, and break down events.
• Collaborate with departments on special events.
• Maintain and accession education artifacts.
• Update education resources and trunks.
• Engage visitors and provide exceptional experiences.
• Attend required safety trainings.

Skills

Military history

Interpersonal skills

Education experience

Communication skills

Storytelling

Team player

Outdoor/Indoor adaptable

Computer skills

Weekend availability

Lift 30 lbs

Safety training

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cantigny Park seeks a part-time Program and Education Assistant to support its education and public programming. This role collaborates with educators to deliver tours, field trips, scout programs, and family activities, focusing on engaging stories from U.S. military history for diverse audiences.

The position is on-site, about 20 hours per week, with weekend, evening, and holiday hours required. The ideal candidate loves working with students and families, can adapt to indoor and outdoor