careers
part-time museum educator
what we value
Our mission is to inspire children to care about and change the world. The Museum is an innovative institution that sparks curiosity and wonder and a space where all children feel valued. In order to do this well, we need a team that reflects the dynamic and diverse communities that we serve and brings a variety of perspectives, abilities, and skills. We embrace that this work is critical to our mission and never finished. The more inclusive we are, the stronger our Museum.
the role
The National Children’s Museum is a world-class museum that aims to spark the imagination and encourage children to dream. National Children’s Museum celebrates the joy of childhood through science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exhibits and programs. As a PT Museum Educator, you will play an integral role in supporting this vision by playfully engaging with a wide range of audiences
The PT Museum Educator ensures that daily interactions with Museum visitors are engaging, playful, and filled with high-quality learning. You will develop and facilitate dynamic STEAM programs for a variety of audiences, including students, teachers, families, Scouts, and birthday party guests. Your time will be divided between facilitating in a high-energy environment and focusing on administrative or programmatic tasks. The PT Museum Educator reports to the Senior Manager of Education.
what you’ll do
- Collaborate with the Education Team to design and implement STEAM-based education programs, including: PreK-5th grade field trips, drop-in programs, workshops, outreach, pop-up experiences, and birthday party activities;
- Deliver in-person, STEAM-based workshops for a PreK-5th-grade audience;
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the Museum’s Tinkering Corner, including: space and materials management, activity prototyping and development, team training, and facilitation;
- Facilitate learning experiences on the exhibit floor and engage with children and families;
- Coordinate with the Guest Experience team to ensure that field trip groups are greeted and supported during their visit;
- Organize, inventory, and maintain the Museum's educational supplies and resources;
- Be knowledgeable regarding Museum exhibits, programs, and services;
- Serve as an ambassador of the Museum and provide exceptional customer service to guests;
- Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings;
- Adhere to Museum policies and procedures; and
- Other duties as assigned.
important experiences + traits for this role
- At least 2+ years of experience in formal or informal STEAM education;
- Experience developing and teaching programs in science, engineering or math subjects to PreK-5th grade students and/or families;
- Ability to facilitate effectively and interact playfully with children, adults, and large groups in a fast-paced environment;
- Experience with hands-on tinkering, building, and creation;
- Exceptional customer service skills;
- Flexible and willing to adapt as needed;
- Detail-oriented;
- Demonstrated ability to balance multiple long and short-term projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines;
- Experience and demonstrated facility with spreadsheet software, and/or project management software;
- Collaborative, creative, and organized with enthusiasm for new projects;
- Insatiable curiosity with an eagerness to learn, willing to ask questions, and apply feedback;
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship; and
- Passion for the mission of National Children’s Museum.
details
hours + location
Part-time position located at the National Children’s Museum at 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Must be available to work onsite weekdays and weekends with flexibility to adjust for evenings as needed.
compensation
$22 - $25 per hour, commensurate with experience and skill set.
to apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter to hr@nationalchildrensmuseum.org with the subject line: PT Museum Educator.
The National Children’s Museum is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and prospective employees without discrimination based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, personal appearance, sexual orientation, political affiliation, family responsibilities, disability, matriculation, marital status or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment at NCM, including, but not limited to recruitment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training and development, access to facilities, discipline, separation of employment and other terms and conditions of employment.