General Statement: The Classroom Assistant supports the Fleet Mission Statement and Visitor Experience Philosophy by supporting educational programming designed for school groups and public audiences. This position will assist in providing hands-on, inquiry based educational programming and provide support for offsite Camps in Chula Vista and San Diego. Position reports to Youth Engagement Manager and School Programs Manager.
This is a seasonal position supporting our Summer 2024 Educational Programs
Summer Camp Training Dates: May 28-31, 2024
Summer Camp Dates: Tuesday, June 20-Friday, August 18, 2024
Summer Camp Hours: 25-30 Hours per Week
Reports To: Education Managers
Primary Duties and Responsibilities, including mental requirements of position:
- Provide exemplary customer service: handle questions, comments and/or complaints regarding education programs and events professionally and tactfully.
- Maintain timekeeping accuracy and meet timekeeping deadlines as established by department and the Fleet.
- Preparation, set-up and clean-up of class supplies, equipment and classrooms.
- Create a positive and welcoming environment for classers and their families.
- Assist at drop-off, pick-up and lunch times.
- Inspire classes in a positive and engaging manner.
- Represent oneself and the Museum in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner.
- Ensure the highest level of safety both physically and emotionally.
- Follow Museum policy and procedure.
- Opportunities to teach and lead lessons and activities.
- 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.
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.
