Virtual Field Trip Educator & Outreach Specialist

Cleveland-Museum-of-Natural-Histor; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Educational Outreach Coordinator at Cleveland Museum of Natural History manages the distance learning studios and leads the development and delivery of interactive, standards-based Virtual Field Trips and Science-to-Go programs for school and public audiences. This full-time role also teaches in-house and outreach programs, coordinating with education managers and traveling to schools in the region.

Strong organizational, communication, and teaching skills are essential to thrive in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science- or education-related field and experience with videoconferencing for instruction.
• Experience with interactive web applications to support VFT components.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license; formal or informal science education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage distance learning studios and coordinate VFT and STG activities.
• Teach VFT and STG programs to PreK–12 students in an engaging, accurate manner.
• Develop curricular materials and transport program materials to schools.
• Support Education Department programs, including summer camp and outreach.
• Represent the Museum positively with diverse audiences.
• Participate in staff and inter-divisional meetings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Public speaking/teaching

Teamwork

Science education passion

Education

Bachelor's degree (science or education)

Tools

Videoconferencing

Web programming

Job description

The Educational Outreach Coordinator at Cleveland Museum of Natural History manages the distance learning studios and leads the development and delivery of interactive, standards-based Virtual Field Trips and Science-to-Go programs for school and public audiences. This full-time role also teaches in-house and outreach programs, coordinating with education managers and traveling to schools in the region.

Strong organizational, communication, and teaching skills are essential to thrive in a