Program Instructor (PT)

Job Title: Program Instructor, part-time

Department: Education

Reports to: School Programs Manager

Job Summary

Program Instructors are responsible for presenting educational programs to school groups. These programs cover a wide range of science and natural history subjects, and audiences range from a few to hundreds. During school breaks, Program Instructors lead camp sessions in conjunction with other Education staff. Program Instructors report to the School Programs Manager.

Major Functions

• Deliver school programs to preK-12 students visiting the Museum on field trips.
• Deliver classroom-format programs to preK-12 students as part of school outreach, including but not limited to afterschool programs, family science nights and more.
• Lead school break camp programming alongside full-time Education staff.
• Assist with preparations for educational programs as needed.
• Assist the Education Department with other tasks and duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma required; possession or pursuit of degree in science, education, or related content area preferred
• Weekday morning availability required; weekday afternoon and evening availability preferred
• Reliable personal transportation required
• Experience teaching educational programs or working with children preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a customer service role required
• First Aid, CPR/AED certification preferred but not required
• Must be comfortable learning to handle reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates
  
  

Skills And Attributes

• Must enjoy working with students ages 4 - 17
• Must be comfortable speaking in front of large and small audiences
• Ability to learn and present new information quickly
• Flexibility and a willingness to help wherever needed
• Enthusiasm for science and natural history subject matter