Seasonal Science Educator

General Statement: Teach Summer Camps and other School and Youth programs and assist with developing curriculum for these programs. Position reports to Youth Engagement Manager and School Programs Manager. This is a seasonal position supporting our Spring and Summer 2024 Educational Programs.

Spring Staffing Hours: 15-20 Hours
Summer Staffing Hours: 20-40 Hours will vary by week
Summer Camp Training Dates: May 28-31, 2024
Summer Camp Dates: Tuesday, June 20-Friday, August 18, 2024

Reports to: Education Manager

Primary Duties and Responsibilities, including mental requirements of position:

1. Provide exemplary customer service: handle questions, comments and/or complaints regarding education programs and events professionally and tactfully.
2. Assist in creation, planning and implementation of Education and Camp programming. This may include curriculum writing as needed.
3. Teach education programs and Summer Camp onsite and offsite, and other School and Youth programs as needed. Contribute to planning and implementation of the daily program.
4. Assist with drop-off, pick-up and lunch times for camps and school programs.
5. Coordinate activity schedule, field trips and supplies for camps and school programs.
6. Represent oneself and the Museum in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner.
7. Attend employee training program and other trainings and meetings as directed.
8. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Educators or Education Coordinators.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY THE PERSON ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. PRINCIPAL DUTIES ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THOSE FUNCTIONS THAT ARE ESSENTIAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS JOB. AN INCUMBENT MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM ALL OF THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OUTLINED ABOVE.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT STATE OR IMPLY THAT THE ABOVE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES AS REQUESTED BY MANAGEMENT. ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY.

Tools and equipment used to perform this position: computers, printers, fax machines, copy machines, basic classroom equipment, outreach equipment.

Supervision, direction, or guidance provided for this position: Performs duties with supervision of Education Specialist but can function in classroom or in school independently.

Physical Requirements of this Position:
Light Work: Position involves sitting, standing, and/or walking. Position requires ability to frequently exert up to 10 pounds of force to move objects and occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to move objects.

Experience, education, or skills required of the incumbent in this position:

• Some college education required, bachelor’s degree in education or science preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid Driver's License with current insurance, and be willing to drive Fleet vehicles.
• Experience teaching/leading school-aged children in hands-on activities and youth supervisory experience a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in effectively communicating with large groups and directing both students and adults, whether through verbal communication in person, over the phone, or in written form.
• TB test clearance within 60 days prior to employment or prior to working on a school site.
• Fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI required.