Museum Educator

Job Title: Museum Educator

Location: Huntington Children’s Museum

Position Type: Part-time, 20-40 hours 

Salary: Based on experience

Huntington Children’s Museum is excited to expand our team with a passionate and dynamic Museum Educator. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual committed to early childhood development, who can create and lead interactive educational programs and create memorable family experiences.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Education, Arts & Humanities, or a related field preferred; Child Development Associate (CDA) certification is a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in formal or informal educational settings, such as early childhood education, elementary education, museum education, after-school programs, or camp counseling preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and age-appropriate practices.
• Creative, multitasking capabilities with a genuine passion for working with young children.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adept at connecting with children, families, and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, able to address challenges swiftly and effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, capable of engaging with diverse groups, including children, caregivers, staff, and community partners.
• Customer service-oriented, focused on creating positive and enriching visitor experiences.
• Highly organized with effective time management skills.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and interact with children and families for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays; outdoor activities may be required.
• A deep appreciation for the magic of early childhood learning.
• Warm, enthusiastic, and engaging demeanor.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal background check.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a welcoming and stimulating environment for children and their families.
• Actively engage with children, caregivers, and schools to cultivate a culture of respect and empathy.
• Develop and implement engaging experiences that inspire learning, including group tours, daily guest interactions, youth programs, and special after-hours events.
• Develop, coordinate, and lead educational events, including school field trips, lectures, and special workshops.
• Create pre- and post-visit materials for teachers.
• Promote field trip opportunities to local schools and daycares. 
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers with an education-based focus.
• Oversee Play Guide staff and volunteers on an as-needed basis.
• Evaluate and improve programs through feedback from participants.
• Oversee public outreach and community engagement initiatives related to education.
• Establish and maintain superior relationships with schools, youth organizations, and community members.
• Develop hands-on learning activities related to exhibitions.
• Participate in the design of summer camp and after-school program content, as well as participating in the conduct of summer camp.
• Communicate effectively with children, families, staff, and community stakeholders to build positive relationships and foster collaboration.
• Address guest requests, complaints, and praises in a helpful manner to enhance visitor satisfaction and resolve issues promptly.
• Collaborate with museum staff to align with Huntington Children’s Museum’s mission and goals.
• Provide regular updates to the Executive Director on progress of educational programming and special events.
• Stay informed on research-based practices, including interpretive content delivery and safety standards for Pre-Kindergarten through Fifth Grade.
• Manage the inventory and organization of educational materials and resources to meet programming needs.
• Utilize digital platforms such as Canva and Google Drive to support educational programs.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as required or assigned.

   

  Background Checks

  A criminal history background check will be required.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  The Huntington Children’s Museum, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The Museum is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

  Interested in joining our team? Please submit resumes to Raine Klover at rklover@hcmkids.org.