Job Title: Educator

Department: Education

Reports to: Director of Education

Classification: Full-Time or Part-Time; Hourly; Non-Exempt

Type: In-person

About the Position

The Educator at Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery plays a pivotal role at the intersection of education, public history, and hospitality. Educators are tasked with delivering exceptional programs for audiences of all ages, utilizing various teaching techniques. Additionally, the Educator conducts tours and interactive sessions tailored to diverse groups, ranging from toddlers to seniors.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts captivating and informative site tours for families and children, presenting accurate information in line with program themes.
• Orchestrates and leads a diverse range of hands-on activities and crafts, enhancing participant engagement and enjoyment.
• Engages in collaborative planning and execution of monthly sessions for the Homeschool History Club, with potential involvement in future developments.
• Plays a crucial role in the successful implementation of the Junior Docent Volunteer Program.
• Demonstrates a solid understanding of diverse learning styles and developmental stages, catering to various age groups and abilities.
• Embraces a customer-centric approach, ensuring positive and tailored interactions with all guests.
• Prioritizes guest safety and professionalism while addressing visitor needs, adhering to institutional guidelines.
• Actively participates in training programs and staff meetings to deepen understanding of the site and stay updated on educational theories.
• Ensures cleanliness and organization of education program materials after each tour.
• Assists with the cleaning and resetting of Adventure Backpacks.
• Fulfills additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding of various learning styles and developmental stages.
• Customer service-orientation with effective interaction skills for diverse groups.
• Creative, flexible, and organized.
• Reliable.
• Must be able to assimilate information and impart it in a factual, coherent, and engaging manner.

Education and Experience

• Public speaking or teaching experience with an interest in history is ideal.
• Academic or work experience in education, history, or related fields preferred.
• Classroom or museum teaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with children or families is preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Works in a variety of settings including administrative, mansion, classroom, and outdoors.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to transverse the property, including going upstairs and across pea gravel paths and/or grass, as well as concrete sidewalks.
• Conducts programming in a range of environments, including hot temperatures and cold weather.
• 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.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Camp
• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37205: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person