Part-Time Living History Educator

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College seeks a Part-time GMA Historic Interpreter to educate visitors about South Georgia's agricultural heritage from the 1870s to 1910s. The role involves wearing period costumes and guiding guests through the Historic Village, Museum, and Gallery locations in Tifton, GA.

The position is 29 hours per week with partial benefits; successful candidates will engage diverse guests, develop workshops, and support special events while crossing-training at multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service focus and the ability to ensure an excellent experience for all visitors.
• Very strong interpersonal skills are a necessity.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people of diverse ages and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide visitors with living history interpretation in period costumes.
• Conduct workshops and educational programs for all ages.
• Perform skill demonstrations such as cooking, gardening, or operating historic equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and preservation of the historic location.
• Cross-train at different sites within the Historic Village.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for guests and staff.
• Assist in programming during special events.
• Assist in training new interpreters and volunteers.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Guest engagement

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Some college

Job description

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College seeks a Part-time GMA Historic Interpreter to educate visitors about South Georgia's agricultural heritage from the 1870s to 1910s. The role involves wearing period costumes and guiding guests through the Historic Village, Museum, and Gallery locations in Tifton, GA.

The position is 29 hours per week with partial benefits; successful candidates will engage diverse guests, develop workshops, and support special events while crossing-training at multiple sites.