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Historical Crafts & Activities Guide (Part-Time/Seasonal)
Do you love history, enjoy hands-on activities, and working with kids? This is a fun and flexible opportunity to bring the past to life!
Rocky Mount State Historic Site is looking for an enthusiastic Historical Crafts & Activities Guide to lead engaging, hands-on experiences for K-8 students and visitors. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys crafts, storytelling, and interactive learning—no prior teaching experience required.
Why You’ll Love This Job
- Fun & Interactive – Make history come alive through crafts like candle dipping, pewter casting, and quill pen writing.
- Flexible Schedule – Great for retirees, stay-at-home parents, college students, or anyone looking for occasional, meaningful part-time work.
- Supportive Training – We’ll teach you everything you need to know. If you have enthusiasm for history and creativity, this role is for you.
Job Details
- Seasonal & Part-Time – Follows the school year calendar.
- Weekday, daytime hours – Typically 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM, based on school group bookings.
- Some weeks may have two to three workdays, while others may have no scheduled hours, making it ideal for those who need flexibility.
- Occasional opportunities to assist with special events and seasonal programs.
What You’ll Do
- Guide students and visitors through hands-on historic crafts such as candle dipping, pewter casting, soap making, and quill pen writing.
- Provide historical context for each craft, explaining its significance in the 18th century.
- Set up, maintain, and clean workspaces and craft materials before and after sessions.
- Ensure visitor safety, especially when working with hot wax, pewter, and other tools.
- Engage with children, teachers, and visitors, making history an exciting and interactive experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Flexible availability during weekday school hours (typically two to three days per week, but varies).
- Experience working with children in an educational, museum, or camp setting.
- Background in crafts, history, education, or hands-on demonstrations (training provided).
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with the ability to make history engaging for young learners.
- Comfortable working outdoors in a historic setting.
- Ability to lift and transport craft materials as needed.
- Enthusiasm for history and a willingness to learn—historical knowledge is a plus but not required.
