What are the responsibilities and job description for the Museum Educator position at Dayton Society of Natural History?
Job Title: Museum Educator
Department: Education
Reports To: Education Managers
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly | $15/hr
Summary
The Museum Educator delivers and assists in the development of educational programming for the Dayton Society of Natural History (DSNH) including the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery and SunWatch Indian Village/Archeological Park. This position reports to two Education Managers, managing our Paid and Public programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Delivers a variety of educational programming, including but not limited to: onsite and outreach school programming, public programs, summer camps, scout programs, overnight programs, early childhood programs.
- Maintains laboratory safety after the completion of required training to work with various chemicals and laboratory equipment.
- Assists in curriculum development, lesson planning, and implementation of various programs.
- Assists with the preparation of developmentally appropriate materials, presentations, and activities which reflect the needs and interests of children and adults participating in DSNH programming.
- Participates in professional development, including evaluations of skills and performance reviews, to ensure effectiveness.
- Trains in the proper use and handling of ambassador animals as required by programming needs. Ambassador collection includes invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and small mammals.
- Shares the responsibility of traveling for programming with the team of Museum Educators. This involves occasional overnight and multi-day travel.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Museum Studies, or STEM field preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Organization provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, or any other protected factor in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, employee development, transfer, promotion, compensation, and corrective action.
Interested Candidates, please email:
hr@boonshoftmuseum.org
Salary : $15
