Interactive Museum Educator & Visitor Experience

Discovery-Place; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Place in Charlotte, NC is seeking a part-time education facilitator to enhance guest experiences through programs and demonstrations. You will lead educational activities, present shows, and assist at admissions with a friendly, guest-focused approach.

The role involves handling animals in certain demonstrations and engaging visitors of all ages. Schedule is four days per week; fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree-seeking in science or education fields; two years museum or teaching experience preferred.
• Spanish language fluency preferred; ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to perform essential duties including demonstrations, animal handling, and front-desk duties.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate programs, presentations, demonstrations, and educational activities across settings.
• Lead Tier I and II public shows and activities; engage visitors with informal education.
• Handle animals classified by Living Collections (Tier I-III) as required.
• Greet guests, check in, and process admissions and retail transactions at front desk.
• Provide input from guest feedback to management; monitor safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree-seeking (science/education)

Museum/teaching experience preferred

Spanish language fluency preferred

Job description

Discovery Place in Charlotte, NC is seeking a part-time education facilitator to enhance guest experiences through programs and demonstrations. You will lead educational activities, present shows, and assist at admissions with a friendly, guest-focused approach.

The role involves handling animals in certain demonstrations and engaging visitors of all ages. Schedule is four days per week; fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.