Informal Science Educator for Kids & Families

American Museum of Natural History; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Museum of Natural History is seeking an experienced full-time Educator for the Children and Family Learning (CFL) division in New York. The role covers pre-K to fifth grade, with family events and hands-on science activities across Biology, Earth Science, Anthropology, Paleontology, and Astrophysics.

Expect collaboration, curriculum development, and field experience across learning labs and exhibits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, early childhood education, museum education, humanities, or a physical, social, or natural science-related field.
• One year of experience teaching children or youth, preferably in informal settings.
• Master’s degree in education, museum education, or another related field (preferred).
• Experience in physical or natural science fieldwork or a laboratory setting (preferred).
• Ability to speak Spanish (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach across CFL programs in pre-K-fifth-grade classes and family events, covering Biology, Earth Science, Anthropology, Paleontology, and Astrophysics.
• Provide teaching assistance to other teachers when needed.
• Facilitate family learning in the Museum’s Learning Labs and other areas.
• Collaborate with educators and managers to plan activities, gather materials, and clean up after programming.
• Research science content and child development theories to develop innovative curriculum.
• Participate in staff development sessions and professional learning communities.
• Collaborate with parents and families to support learning goals.
• Support CFL division and Education department in creating a community of practice.
• Assist with classroom upkeep and learnings environment, including live animal collection duties.
• Occasional weekend work as required.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

One year of experience teaching children

Master’s degree in education or museum education

Experience in physical or natural science fieldwork

Job description

The American Museum of Natural History is seeking an experienced full-time Educator for the Children and Family Learning (CFL) division in New York. The role covers pre-K to fifth grade, with family events and hands-on science activities across Biology, Earth Science, Anthropology, Paleontology, and Astrophysics.

Expect collaboration, curriculum development, and field experience across learning labs and exhibits.