What are the responsibilities and job description for the Museum Educator position at The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission?
ABOUT THE MUSEUM:
Marietta House Museum was the tobacco plantation of U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Gabriel Duvall in Prince George’s County, Maryland. The two-and-half-story Federal-style brick mansion, completed in 1813, stood in front of a row of outbuildings where multiple generations of enslaved individuals lived. This site witnessed the enslavement of Africans and African Americans until Emancipation in 1865. Today, Marietta House is situated on 25 acres of lawn and wooded areas.
Marietta House Museum is dedicated to exploring, elevating, and transforming awareness of the interconnected relationships of the people and their descendants who lived and labored at Marietta. As a public history steward, Marietta is committed to co-curating discussions, exhibitions, and programs with broad community input to promote universal social equity. Marietta interprets the historical architecture and landscape across Prince George's County, Maryland, through inclusive American history.
DESCRIPTION:
Marietta House Museum is seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual to fill the part-time Museum Educator position. The position reports to the historic house director. This front-facing position will manage the school field trip program, the museum entrance admissions area, lead tours, and educational out-reach programs. The Museum Educator is responsible for providing a welcoming and engaging experience for visitors.
Our Strategic Pillars:
Pillar 1: Enhance the Visitor Experience: Quality & Quantity
Pillar 2: Leave a Legacy: Transforming Education through Advocacy
Pillar 3: Strengthen Inclusivity, Diversity and Belonging
Pillar 4: Act with Integrity, Respect and Trust
Develop, schedule, and implement school field trips
Develop and execute community out-reach programs
Manage an annual teachers’ institute
Develop programs and tours for young audiences
Assist staff with public programs and events
Work Tuesday through Friday and alternating Saturday
Lead guided tours
Other duties as assigned
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in history, museum studies, African American history, African American studies, American studies, women studies, public history, or related field AND 2 or more years of relevant experience; OR 6 years of combined education and experience.
Excellent writing and public speaking skills and a minimum of 1 year experience in museum education, public history, or classroom teaching.
A minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth ages 5-17
Valid driver's license; must be able to drive
Must be available to work on-site at least 28 hours a week and a maximum of 30 hours a week, and be willing to work some weekends and some holidays
Bilingual English / Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply.
A complete background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
This position does not provide benefits
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Salary : $17 - $27
