Museum Discovery Guide

Hands-on House Children's Museum of Lancaster; Eden (PA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Hands-on House Children's Museum of Lancaster on-site part-time role seeks a student in education or child development to engage families on the museum floor. You’ll support exhibits, assist with programs, and help orient field trips while maintaining safety and friendly service.

Strong communication and reliability are essential; flexibility including weekends and holidays is expected. Prior experience with children is preferred.

Competenze

• Current students in education, child development, or related fields encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication and approachable demeanor required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform light tasks.

Mansioni

• Maintain an active, engaging presence with children and families in exhibit areas.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors to enhance understanding of exhibits.
• Monitor exhibit areas for safety and cleanliness; perform light cleaning as needed.
• Support educational programs and special events on the museum floor and garden.
• Assist in orienting field trip groups for a positive experience.
• Report maintenance issues or visitor concerns promptly.
• Participate in ongoing training to improve engagement techniques and exhibit knowledge.
• Collaborate with Guest Services Specialists and museum educators to ensure cohesive experiences.
• Maintain a positive environment by enforcing policies and communicating problems.
• Occasional extended hours for birthday parties and special events.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Friendly demeanor

Experience with children

Formazione

Education/Child development student

Descrizione del lavoro

Anticipated Schedule:

Two weekdays and one weekend day required, 8:30am-4:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

Functions include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain an active and engaging presence with children and families in exhibit areas, encouraging exploration and learning through play.
• Provide information and assistance to visitors, enhancing their understanding and enjoyment of exhibits.
• Monitor exhibit areas to ensure safety and cleanliness, performing light cleaning and resetting of spaces as needed.
• Support the implementation of educational programs and special events on the museum floor and in the garden.
• Assist in the orientation and guidance of field trip groups, ensuring a positive experience for all participants.
• Report maintenance issues or visitor concerns to supervisors promptly.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions to enhance engagement techniques and exhibit knowledge.
• Collaborate with the Guest Services Specialists, Director of Museum Experience, and museum educators to ensure cohesive visitor experiences.
• Maintain a positive museum environment by enforcing museum policies and procedures, communicating any potential or active problems to the appropriate staff, and providing basic first aid if needed.
• Occasional extended hours for birthday parties and special events.

Qualifications:

• Current students in education, child development, or related fields are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with children in educational or recreational settings preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor required.
• Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time and perform light physical tasks.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Interest in Lancaster County’s cultural heritage and a passion for interactive learning is a plus.