Statewide Educator

Florida Holocaust Museum Inc.; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybride; USD 52 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Florida Holocaust Museum Inc. seeks a Statewide Educator to expand educational programs across Florida, outside the Tampa Bay region. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver historically informed programs for educators, students, and the public.

The role emphasizes partnerships with school districts, alignment with Florida standards, and program evaluation. A bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years museum education experience are required; strong writing and presentation skills are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, History, Museum Education, Museum Studies or closely-related field required.
• 2+ years of museum or education program experience for K-12 students and teachers.
• Strong knowledge of the K-12 school environment, current theories, and practices of object-based museum learning.
• Experience applying Florida Standards to education programs.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills; strong communication abilities.
• Experience with project management and program evaluation.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and present historically accurate, engaging virtual and in-person programs for educators, students, and the public across Florida.
• Develop partnerships with teachers and administrators in multiple school districts per year.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate workshops and presentations across Florida, including Speak Up, Speak Now! program for middle school students.
• Conduct program evaluation and collect data and feedback.
• Assist with creating online and print resources for students and teachers.
• Carry out inventory and maintenance of Teaching Trunks.
• Other duties as required.

Connaissances

Excellent writing skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Collaboration and diplomacy

Hybrid work readiness

K-12 education experience

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Education, History, Museum Education, Museum Studies or closely-related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

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Reports to: Manager, Education Initiatives and Outreach

Department: Education

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: St. Petersburg, FL (on-site at The FHM and Collections, Preservation, Research, and Education facility (CPRE) - At least 50% travel statewide

ABOUT THE MUSEUM

The Florida Holocaust Museum (The FHM) honors the memory of millions of innocent men, women and children who suffered or died in the Holocaust. One of the largest Holocaust museums in the country, The FHM is dedicated to teaching members of all races and cultures to recognize the inherent worth and dignity of human life in order to prevent future genocides. One of only three American Alliance of Museum (AAM) accredited Holocaust museums, The FHM boasts an outstanding collection of contemporary visual art as well as the largest Holocaust research library in the southeastern United States. Its permanent exhibition highlights the artifacts, photographs, documents and testimonies of Holocaust Survivors and Liberators who came to settle in Florida. Please visit www.thefhm.org for more information about The FHM and its programs.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Statewide Educator plans, coordinates and facilitates programs and resources for educators, students, and the public throughout the state of Florida, outside of the Tampa Bay region. This new role for the organization will focus on geographically growing the reach and impact of The Museum and its mission through educational programs and resources.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the Sr. Director of Education & Research and Manager, Education Initiatives and Outreach to coordinate and present historically accurate and highly engaging virtual and in-person programs that help Florida educators from public, private, and religious schools meet Florida’s Holocaust Education Mandate as well as state and national curriculum standards
• Develop partnerships with teachers and administrators in multiple school districts per school year throughout Florida
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate workshops and presentations across Florida, including the Speak Up, Speak Now!® program for middle school students
• Conduct program evaluation, including the collection of data and participant feedback
• Assist with creating online and print resources for students and teachers
• Carry out inventory and maintenance of Teaching Trunks.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Education, History, Museum Education, Museum Studies or closely-related field required;
• Minimum of 2 years of experience at a museum, historic house, or other education setting, planning and implementing relevant and creative education programs for K-12 students and teachers
• Strong knowledge of the K-12 school environment, current theories, and practices of object-based museum learning
• Strong experience with applying Florida Standards
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Experience with project management and program evaluation
• Must be capable of undertaking multiple projects simultaneously and balancing long- and short-term priorities, with equal attention to big-picture goals and small logistical details
• Experience working with school districts and school curricula
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work effectively and diplomatically with Museum staff, patrons, and representatives of schools, and other community-based organizations
• A collaborative, energetic, pro-active work style
• Ability to see, speak and hear clearly, and lift 25 pounds
• Ability to work in a hybrid mode (on site and from home)
• Ability to work at multiple sites (The FHM, CPRE, administrative offices)
• Frequent travel required across the state of Florida - at least 50% of the work schedule.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Florida Holocaust Museum is an equal opportunity employer and we aspire to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characters protected by law. We believe that building a workforce of the brightest people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, we can innovate and inspire and engage with the widest possible audience.