Educator - AANM

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCESS - Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services seeks an Educator to conduct educational tours for adults, students, and organizations. The role involves creating presentations on Arab American history and culture and delivering them onsite and at external locations such as schools and community events.

The Educator will support youth programs, research exhibit information, coordinate visits, and manage visitor records.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• Required Disciplines: Education, Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic or related field
• At least one to two years working as an educator
• Experience of working with children/students is preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct educational tours at the museum
• Prepare presentations and educational materials for educators and students including presentations on the history and contributions of Arab Americans
• Conduct presentations regarding the Arab American culture onsite at the Museum as well as other locations (schools, community events, conferences, etc.)
• Assist with the implementation of youth programs and may lead on some programs
• Research information regarding various exhibits and present to audiences as appropriate
• Schedule and coordinate museum visits
• Establish and maintain contact with various clientele requesting museum tours including schools, teachers and various civic organizations
• Maintain records of visitors including payment and invoicing information
• Assist as needed with reviewing grant content and ensuring requirements are met
• Assist as needed with gathering information for grant reporting and writing reports for various grants
• Plan events to increase the number of visitors to the museum
• Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Public presentations

Oral and written communication

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Education/Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Educator

Job Status: Full-time

Under limited supervision, the Educator uses intermediate skills obtained through experience and training to conduct educational tours for adults, students and organizations (public and private).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct educational tours at the museum
• Prepare presentations and educational materials for educators and students including presentations on the history and contributions of Arab Americans
• Conduct presentations regarding the Arab American culture both onsite at the Museum as well as other locations (schools, community events, conferences, etc.)
• Assist with the implementation of youth programs and may lead on some programs
• Research information regarding various exhibits and present to audiences as appropriate
• Schedule and coordinate museum visits
• Establish and maintain contact with various clientele requesting museum tours including schools, teachers and various civic organizations
• Maintain records of visitors including payment and invoicing information
• Assist as needed with reviewing grant content and ensuring requirements are met
• Assist as needed with gathering information for grant reporting and writing reports for various grants
• Plan events to increase the number of visitors to the museum
• Operate standard office equipment and use required software applications
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fundamental concepts, principles and practices of Arab American, Ethnic and Middle Eastern history and current events
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft Office
• Partner with other functional areas to accomplish objectives
• Develop and deliver public presentations
• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• Required Disciplines: Education, Middle Eastern Studies/Arabic or related field
• At least one to two years working as an educator
• Experience of working with children/students is preferred
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human Resources

Licenses/Certifications

• None required at date of hire

Working Conditions

• Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required
• Travel Required: None generally required; Local, in-state, national, and international travel, up to 5%
• Working Environment: Climate controlled office