Adventures In Nature, Instructor

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County was the first museum in L.A. to open its doors 109 years ago and is poised for an exciting new era as it plans for the future. Having recently completed a new strategic framework, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County—including NHMLA at Exposition Park, La Brea Tar Pits and museum in mid-Wilshire, and the William S. Hart Museum in Newhall—is looking forward to new building projects and campaigns, exhibitions, community outreach, and innovative audience engagement. 

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County values and endeavors to support diversity, equity, inclusion, and access within its organization and communities. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color (BIPOC), neurodiverse, gender, a person with disability, a veteran, and/or a part of the LGBTQAI community are welcome and encouraged to apply. 

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking an AIN, Instructor for our Education & Programs department.  The AIN, Instructor works closely with the Manager of Public Programs at the Natural History Museum. It is an exciting time as we embark on new journeys of becoming a museum of, for, and with L.A.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: 

• Teaches participants in the Adventures in Nature (AIN) program using a pre-developed curriculum. Works closely with AIN counselors on activity development and facilitation, planning and presenting programs and helping to create an engaging, creative and educational camp experience. 

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager, Public Programs dependent on organizational needs.

This position has the following requirements:    

• A welcoming and personable attitude and the ability to interact effectively with children of all ages, their families, staff and other Museum visitors. 

• Experience working alongside staff with diverse backgrounds and serving diverse audiences. 

• Must have reliable transportation in order to be punctual and dependable in the care of children. Ability to plan and lead games and activities for elementary- aged school children. 

• Ability to relate to and communicate easily and effectively with children and adults. 

• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented verbally and in writing. Ability to communicate ideas verbally and in writing. 

• Fluency in a second language, ideally Spanish and/or Korean, is preferred. 

• Previous experience with summer camps or another informal learning environment with children and a general interest in natural history is required. 

• High school diploma and/or GED required. College/graduate degrees in education, liberal studies, child development or museum studies preferred. 

• In response to the pandemic, the AIN camp instructors will be responsible for adhering to COVID-19 Safety protocols established by the museum.

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is especially interested in candidates whose background and experience have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion at culturally diverse audiences in museums and in sciences.

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience and commitment working with a diverse community. Hourly rate for this position is $24.00 based on experience plus excellent benefits. This is a full time temporary, non-exempt position. Please note this position will start June 17,2024 to August 4, 2024.

A cover letter, current resume, and list of 3-4 references are required for all applicants. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Interested candidates please visit www.nhmlac.org/careers-our-museums  and click the link of the position for which you are interested or go directly to the online application.

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.