Part-Time K-12 Museum Educator — Hands-On Science

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 35 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The University of Minnesota's Bell Museum is seeking a Museum Educator to implement educational programming for diverse audiences, primarily K-12 during field trips. Responsibilities include materials management, on-site prep, and supporting visitor experiences at the Bell Museum on the St. Paul campus.

This hourly, temporary position offers flexible hours up to 14 per week, with potential weekend shifts and on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in science or education or related field with at least 2 years of experience, or 6 years combined related education and work experience.
• A minimum of 2 years experience working with K-12 youth in a formal, informal or museum educational setting.
• Experience working with culturally and age-diverse populations.
• Flexible schedule with daytime availability.
• Demonstrated ability to create a welcoming and positive atmosphere for all.

Responsabilités

• Deliver programming that engages a diverse range of learners and encourages participation through the use of interactive teaching techniques and skills.
• Greet teachers, chaperones and students, and direct students groups throughout the museum.
• Teach up to 4 hands-on science lab experiences per day to K-12 students. Lab content spans astronomy, biology, arts, physical sciences, and engineering practice.
• Assist in visit preparation and other logistics for education programs.
• Utilize the Bell Museum's interpretative style and inquiry-based teaching techniques to provide accurate science-related knowledge to learners of all ages.
• Assist inventory and organize supply needed for school programs/labs.
• Step in to support PESL or SWE programs and the visitors' experience on the museum floor, in classrooms, and offsite outreach venues as needed.

Connaissances

Welcoming atmosphere

Flexible schedule

Public engagement

On-site instruction

Formation

BA/BS in science or education or related field

2 years experience with K-12 youth in educational setting

Description du poste

The University of Minnesota's Bell Museum is seeking a Museum Educator to implement educational programming for diverse audiences, primarily K-12 during field trips. Responsibilities include materials management, on-site prep, and supporting visitor experiences at the Bell Museum on the St. Paul campus.

This hourly, temporary position offers flexible hours up to 14 per week, with potential weekend shifts and on-call coverage as needed.