Program Interpreter Grove

Glenview Park District; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Glenview Park District in Glenview, IL is seeking a diligent Program Interpreter to bring history and science to life for visitors at the Grove National Historic Landmark and Air Station Prairie. The role involves presenting educational programs, working with families and schools, and ensuring a safe, engaging environment.

Activities include history tours, school field trips, nature walks, family programs, birthday parties, and special events.

Qualifications

• Experience in museums or living history sites is highly desired.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to teach educational programming to diverse audiences.
• Able to handle animals (snakes, turtles) and wear historical clothing.
• Willing to work outdoors and walk long distances.

Responsibilities

• Present educational and entertaining programs.
• Work independently and as part of a team to implement programs and events
• Maintain program materials and spaces.
• Participate in meetings and trainings as required.
• Monitor the implementation of programs, policies, and practices.
• Collaborate with staff to keep programs running on schedule.
• Build relationships with staff and participants.
• Support program growth by upselling programs and soliciting volunteers and participants for events.

Skills

Public speaking

Educational programming

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

History degree

Education degree

Environmental Sciences degree

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: The Grove - Glenview, IL 60025Position Type: Part Time“Recreate” a better life with a career in the field of Parks & Recreation!

JOB SUMMARY

We’re hiring fun, hardworking, dedicated, enthusiastic individuals!In this role, you will bring history and science to life working with children and visitors at the Grove National Historic Landmark and Air Station Prairie. You’ll help provide the best in customer service while implementing safe, fun, and educational programs and activities. Such activities include, but are not limited to, history tours, school field trips , nature walks, family programs, drop‑in programs, birthday parties, special events, scouting programs, and much more. The Program Interpreter is responsible to perform the following essential functions, but not limited to:

• Presenting educational and entertaining programs.
• Working independently and as part of a team to implement programs and special events
• Maintaining program materials and spaces.
• Participating in meetings and trainings as required.
• Monitoring the implementation of programs, policies, and practices.
• Working with supervisors, coordinators, and staff to keep programs running on schedule and functioning smoothly.
• Building & maintaining positive relations with staff and program participants.
• Supporting program growth and development by up-selling programs and soliciting volunteers and participants for events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working at museums, other living history sites, nature centers, or in an entertainment or service field is highly desired; or candidates working towards or having a degree in History, Education, or Environmental Sciences.
• Qualified candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, and must enjoy working with the public, specifically children.
• Must be able to provide educational programming and work with audiences of all ages in a public speaking setting.
• Must be willing to handle animals including snakes and turtles and wear historical clothing for historical reenactment.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors and walking for extended periods of time.

PAY & SCHEDULING

• This is a year-round, part-time position, working between 5-20 hours/week.
• Availability for weekdays, weekends, some evenings, and occasional overnight programs is required, with schedules varying based on event needs.
• Pay range is $15-$20 per hour, depending on qualifications.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact Diane Michalski at 224-521-2101 or [e-mail]

The Glenview Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.