Description

This is a seasonal position within the duration of summer camp. This short-term position may begin as early as May 20th and terminates at the end of camp on August 2nd. Discovery Camp consists of weekly, themed sessions for students from 5-12 years of age. Educators are expected to be present at the Museum between 8:15 - 4:00 during camp and attend in-person information sessions prior to the start of camp.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate content and activities for Discovery Camp based on provided theme

• Teach informal science education aligned to theme and engages students

• Serve as lead instructor of classes up to 23 children

• Supervise campers both inside the classroom and within the Museum

• Ability to use a personal vehicle for off-site camp programs

• Request materials/resources needed for content in a timely manner

• Uphold and execute all Discovery Camp procedures and policies

• Assist with the arrival and pickup of campers and assisting them to their correct classroom or vehicle

• Communicate and provide clear directions and expectations assistant educators and volunteers aiding the class

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Arts, Science or Education OR enrolled in an accredited University working toward a degree in teaching or a science discipline

• Two or more years of experience in instruction and curriculum development in a formal or informal environment

• Ability to work comfortably with children ages 5 - 12, including handling disciplinary issues, resolving conflicts, and being creative and flexible

• Highly motivated with a positive attitude that can effectively lead groups

• Understanding of computers and various software programs (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.)

• Current CPR/First Aid certification or be able to attend training prior to the start of camps

• Must have a driver’s license and car insurance that meets the state minimum standards for coverage

• Consistent form of communication that is checked regularly with responses provided in a timely manner

• Communicate at a highly professional level in both oral and written form

• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with individuals and groups

• Must be optimally protected from COVID-19 by being vaccinated and up to date with a booster dose

Essential Functions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain calm and poised in assisting in all guest services-related matters
• Stand for up to 5 hours at a time
• Use hands to touch, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to:
  • Walk
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee must occasionally:
  • Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus