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Job Title: Assistant Education Director
Department: Education
Reports to: Director of Education
Classification: Full-Time; Salaried; Exempt
Type: In-person
About the Position
The Assistant Education Director at Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery is responsible for facilitating programs for students and families and organizing tours for academic groups. This individual provides creative input to education programs, supports the Director of Education in daily activities, and takes charge in overseeing all education programs appropriately during the Director's absence. The Assistant Education Director is also responsible for bringing any potential HR matters directly to the Director of Education for consideration and action.
Duties/Responsibilities
● Create programs based on the needs of Belle Meade Historic Site and the Education Department
● Improve current programs to ensure that they are aligned with the goals and mission of Belle Meade Historic Site
● Answers phone calls and sends emails to book field trips and group programs/tours
● Maintains the education group calendar
● Promotes the Junior Docent Program by scheduling JD volunteer hours, arranging off-site tours, and communicating with parents
● Works with the Director of Education to maintain the History Club rosters, update monthly payments, and ensure that all waivers are completed
● Conducts education programs/tours and mentors staff within the department
● Acts as the Education Supervisor (in the absence of the Director of Education) by ensuring all programs and education staff are prepared and present, handling emergency situations
● Collaborates with the Director of Education with the planning of special events and programs (Adventure Backpacks, Community Trick-or Treat, and Homeschool Days)
● Performs administrative duties and assists with visitor orientation
● Participates in the continuing education provided by Belle Meade
● Collaborates with the Community Outreach Coordinator on school outreach to provide engaging lessons and programs to Metro Nashville Public Schools
● Interprets the site’s buildings, landscape, and collection in an informative and engaging manner
● Helps visitors gain an understanding of the site’s history and significance
Required Skills/Abilities
● Possesses learning styles and developmental stages for a wide variety of ages
● Knowledgeable of Belle Meade history and general 19th century history
● Creativity, flexibility, and organizational skills are essential
● Must be articulate, reliable, and have a neat appearance
● Ability to assimilate information and impart it in a factual, coherent, and engaging manner
● Excellent oral communication skills are ideal; continued practice in this area is required
● Must demonstrate leadership qualities and take initiative
● Public speaking or teaching experience with an interest in history is ideal
● Ability to stay on task and work in a self-directed manner
● Professional and courteous manner when dealing with co-workers and members of the public
● Follows signed code of ethics in Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual
Education and Experience
● Bachelor’s degree in education, history, or related field preferred
● Classroom or museum teaching experience preferred
Work Environment and Physical Demands
● Works in administrative, mansion, classroom, and outdoor environments that encompass
structures and settings unique to each sector within the workplace
● Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
● Ability to stoop, bend, and lift a minimum of 20 pounds
● Ability to transverse the property, including going upstairs and across pea gravel paths and/or grass, as well as concrete sidewalks
● Provides necessary provisions for individuals with diverse mobility needs
● Conducts programming in a range of environments, including heat and cold
● Must be available as scheduled, including weekends, with some evenings and holidays
The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the successful performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Duties may change with or without advanced notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person
Full Time
$113k-145k (estimate)
03/17/2024
04/22/2024
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