Part-Time Hands-On Education Programs Associate

George Washington's Mount Vernon; Mount Vernon (VA); On-site; USD 25,788,672 - 30,086,784; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement plan with employer

Employee recognition at 5 years of服务

Monthly employee events

Flexible work schedule

On-site Library

Discount on Public Event Tickets

Discount at Mount Vernon Shops

Free Parking

Job summary

George Washington's Mount Vernon is seeking a part-time Education Programs Associate to support interactive, hands‑on learning experiences for visitors of all ages in the Sanda and Jerry Lambert Hands‑on History Center and related spaces.

The role emphasizes engaging with children and families, delivering inquiry-based activities, and aiding in program development while maintaining readiness to work a mix of weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some evenings.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest and experience in engaging with children and families.
• A sincere interest in history and museums.
• Willingness to adapt and interpret mission‑based content for visitors of all ages, learning styles, and accessibility needs.
• Ability to work creatively and effectively as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming and positive environment for all visitors with a focus on intergenerational groups to have meaningful learning experiences at Mount Vernon.
• Facilitate hands-on activities, object-based and inquiry-based experiences with Mount Vernon audiences in the Hands-on History Center, library, and exhibit spaces. Include Discovery Stations, historic area activities, and on-site digital experiences.
• Contribute to the implementation of new or refreshed programming for target audiences within the Education Programs Department.
• Conduct daily spot checks and reviews of exhibit spaces and interactive media, reporting findings to other departments as needed.
• Attend and participate in division-wide training sessions on content, interpretation strategies, museum education, and informal learning.
• Prepare, organize, and clean materials for programs; assist with other projects as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Engagement with children/families

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Punctuality

Job description

George Washington's Mount Vernon is seeking a part-time Education Programs Associate to support interactive, hands‑on learning experiences for visitors of all ages in the Sanda and Jerry Lambert Hands‑on History Center and related spaces.

The role emphasizes engaging with children and families, delivering inquiry-based activities, and aiding in program development while maintaining readiness to work a mix of weekdays, weekends, holidays, and some evenings.