Education Associate

Why the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum?

Working at the National Baseball Hall of Fame is a career experience unlike any other. Every member of our team is a steward of the game’s history. Our mission is simple - we preserve history, honor excellence and connect generations. These six words define our commitment to giving fans and visitors a home to celebrate the game and its history, honor the all-time greats, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

To best fulfill our mission we prioritize people, and that starts with our own team. We deeply value and support our dedicated team members. We provide a respectful and inclusive workplace. We work to foster connection, grow, and cultivate talent, and provide flexibility to best support the health and well-being of our staff – all while having fun along the way.

If you are a baseball fan, a fan of museums, a student of history, love arts and culture, or someone who appreciates the unique connections that sports can create, this could be the team for you!

The Cooperstown Pitch.

Located on Main Street in the heart of picturesque Cooperstown, New York, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum opened its doors for the first time on June 12, 1939, and has grown to become one of the country's most popular destinations. The Hall of Fame is the home of the game’s treasures, where the magic of baseball’s stories and legends are passed on from generation to generation.

With its character and charm, the Village of Cooperstown is an American treasure. For many Cooperstown means baseball, but it also offers golf, shopping and dining, hiking, biking, snowmobile trails, a pristine lake, unique museums, world-class arts, and a wide array of craft beverages.

To check out more information about living and working in Cooperstown, please visit: https://www.cooperstownny.org/about-cooperstown/

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion.

We’re looking to recruit, hire, and collaborate with people of all backgrounds to help us build a team with varied perspectives and experiences. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for all and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Overview:

As a key member of its Education Department, the Education Associate is responsible for supporting the daily implementation and maintenance of the museum’s learning engagement. Responsibilities of the Education Associate include supporting the development of curriculum, working to develop content and lessons for on-site and virtual field trips, and work other part-time education department staff to teach on-site and virtual field trips.

Position Type:

This is a part-time, year-round position that will work in-person at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY. The position is expected to require 20-24 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility. There may be occasional evening and weekend responsibilities as needed. The salary range for this position is $17.00-18.00/hour. Benefits associated with this position include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, medical/dental FSA, retirement, and paid time off (PTO).

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support educational programming for the K-12, collegiate and adult education audience.
• Support the day-to-day scheduling of museum education visits including but not limited to welcoming school groups; introduce and support educators and students to their selected program(s).
• Coordinate the ongoing development of new thematic units, including the assessment of existing museum education programs.
• Teach educational programs for school groups through age-appropriate, object-based inquiry.
• Assist with developing content and logistics for teacher training programs to position the Museum as a classroom resource for educators.
• Remains current with instructional practices, technological developments, teaching strategies and resources related to the field of Museum education and standards-based learning.
• Support the activities in the Baseball Discovery Zone as needed.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Occasional evening, weekend and travel responsibilities are necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as determined and when assigned.
• Knowledge of Spanish and/or Japanese a plus.
• Assistance with museum sponsored events such as Induction Weekend.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, museum studies, or a related field. Internship and one-two years post college professional work experience in a museum education department desired.
• A proven background in classroom or museum education is preferred.
• Proven experience working with and presenting curriculum to the K-12 audience.
• A basic appreciation of baseball and its role in American society is important; however, an extensive knowledge of the game is not required.

Skills and Abilities:

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Highly organized. Able to assume a leadership role and handle new challenges. Work to implement and sustain an enthusiastic, energetic and motivational environment. Work well independently.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Stamina to work while standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Able to project voice and speak to large groups without the aid of amplification.
• Hearing and speech to communicate effectively in oral and written forms, in-person and over the telephone/Zoom.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15lbs.

Typical Equipment Used:

Baseball artifacts (e.g. bats, balls, gloves, uniforms), computers, virtual engagement software, laptops, printers, scanners, and various other technologies.