Summer Programs Assistant (at History Museum)

Summer Programs Assistant (temporary part-time)

· Reports to the Children’s Education Director

· Must be 19 years of age or older

Position Summary

Summer Programs Assistants have two main areas of responsibility; they supervise children participating in the extended day program associated with our summer day camps, and they work in the historic park as historic park interpreters/guides including assisting with our summer program for children. When working in the historic park, summer programs assistants must wear historic-style clothes. (Burritt will assist with this). Must be able to work outdoors in types of weather including in extreme heat and humidity.

Position Responsibilities

· Supervises children participating in the extended day program associated with our summer day camps. (various weekdays 1:00 -5:45) This includes:

o Planning and leading a simple craft or hands-on activity

o Leading organized games

o Watching over free play and snack time

o Dealing with behavioral issues, including preventing negative behavior through good classroom management skills

o Interacting with parents at pick-up

o Supervising volunteers that are assisting with extended day

· Works on assigned days (usually one weekend day every other week, with other days assigned occasionally as needed) in the Historic Park as an interpreter. (Sat. 8:45-5:00, Sun. 11:45-5:00). This includes:

o Welcoming visitors

o Sharing information about the historic houses and buildings and about Burritt in general

o Assisting visitors when needed with activities

o Manning the sluice for visitors to pan for “gold” and “gemstones”

o Ensuring that safe conditions exist in the park

o Performing routine cleaning and minor maintenance duties such as sweeping, dusting, hammering a nail back into place, etc.

o May be asked to substitute for other staff members including barnyard staff members. Needs to learn basics for barnyard duties

· Supports children’s summer event. This includes:

o Being familiar with the different stations and knowing answers to any questions in this year’s handout.

o Keeping historic park clean and functioning. Turn in maintenance requests.

Education and Experience Requirements

· have completed a high school education. Some college is preferred.

· have experience working with children. (employment or volunteer positions)

· Strong interest in history is a plus.

· Experience working with the public is preferred.

Desired Personal Characteristics

· Welcoming, friendly, outgoing

· Patient and engaging with children

· Good classroom management skills

· Skilled problem-solver

· Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

· Sound judgment

· Being a self-starter who needs little direct supervision

Compensation

· $12.00 per hour

· Will work approximately 15 – 20 hours per week

Burritt on the Mountain is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants of employment. Accordingly, all terms and conditions of employment will be carried out without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), age (40 or older), status as an individual with a physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, and citizenship, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Explain why you feel you are a good candidate for this job and what aspect of this job appeals most to you.

If you are applying from an area that is more than a 45 minute commute, please let us know if you have plans to relocate to our area or why you are interested in a part time position in our area.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12