Part-Time Family Learning Outreach Guide

The Children's Museum Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Children’s Museum Houston seeks a Community Outreach Discovery Guide to facilitate family learning engagement at partner sites and during school-based events, festivals, and afterschool programs. You will create a fun, engaging environment that inspires children and families through hands-on activities.

You will ensure policies are followed, guide participants, and collaborate with CMH staff across multiple community locations, including peak event hours.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with both adults and children.
• Positive, energetic attitude for family learning.
• Patient, reliable, and detail-oriented.
• Able to work with a team and across partners.
• Flexible hours including evenings and some weekends.
• Willing to travel to community sites in the city.
• Reliable transportation to various locations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate family learning engagement at partner sites.
• Support school-based Family Learning Events and community festivals.
• Set up and break down activation stations with materials and signage.
• Engage participants and guide hands-on activities.
• Monitor supplies and restock as needed.
• Assist Outreach team with event planning tasks.
• Be aware of diverse cultural backgrounds of families served.
• Collect evaluations and sign-in sheets; share information about CMH offerings.
• Mentor new Outreach Discovery Guides and uphold CMH mission.
• Enforce event rules and escalate as needed.
• Travel to multiple Greater Houston locations including CMH and Fort Bend Center.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Patience

Detail-oriented

Team player

Flexible hours

Travel throughout city

Reliable transportation

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Education

High school diploma

Some college courses (currently enrolled)

Job description

The Children’s Museum Houston seeks a Community Outreach Discovery Guide to facilitate family learning engagement at partner sites and during school-based events, festivals, and afterschool programs. You will create a fun, engaging environment that inspires children and families through hands-on activities.

You will ensure policies are followed, guide participants, and collaborate with CMH staff across multiple community locations, including peak event hours.