Museum Educator — Inspire Learning for Schools & Visitors

Agua Caliente Band Of Cahuilla Indians; Agua Caliente (CA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is seeking a Museum Educator to lead educational tours, workshops, and lessons for diverse audiences, from school groups to adults. You will interpret the Museum’s collection using gallery carts and assist with planning and implementing public programs, weekend and evening events, and outreach initiatives.

You will collaborate with Education and Public Engagement staff to ensure engaging experiences while supporting the Museum’s mission and initiatives.

Competenze

• High school degree or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a formal or informal educational setting (volunteer experience included).
• Interest in and enjoyment of working with/teaching children and families to create a positive museum experience.
• Ability to work with large groups of children, parents, and teachers.
• Experience with classroom/group management is preferred.
• Experience teaching large adult tour groups is preferred.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other office programs.
• Ability to function in a high energy team environment.
• Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings; hours may vary by week.
• Knowledge of tribal communities and governments in the region is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and communities.
• Must have a clear understanding and respect for the culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and the museum’s mission.

Mansioni

• Provide friendly, welcoming guidance to guests and facilitate learning about Agua Caliente history and culture.
• Assist with development and implementation of K-12 object-based museum programs for school field trips.
• Facilitate school programs in and out of the Museum.
• Contribute to development of school programs, gallery guides, and educational content.
• Support Museum programs alongside Education and Public Engagement staff.
• Facilitate summer camp groups and assist in creating workshops.
• Collaborate with staff to support museum mission and initiatives.
• Work with Visitor Services to ensure a positive visitor experience.
• Interact with visitors using objects and gallery carts throughout the Museum and Oasis Trail.
• Provide group tours to youth and adult audiences.

Conoscenze

Public speaking

Teaching

Student engagement

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in education

Strumenti

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is seeking a Museum Educator to lead educational tours, workshops, and lessons for diverse audiences, from school groups to adults. You will interpret the Museum’s collection using gallery carts and assist with planning and implementing public programs, weekend and evening events, and outreach initiatives.

You will collaborate with Education and Public Engagement staff to ensure engaging experiences while supporting the Museum’s mission and initiatives.