Science and Nature Presenter 1: Part Time

About DISCOVERY Children’s Museum

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, is dedicated to the educational enrichment of children through hands-on, interactive learning. Now celebrating its 34th year, the Museum’s mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning by fostering a welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive environment where all are invited to engage in playful and educational experiences.

Position Description

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum seeks a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to work as part of an interpretive floor team comprised of adults and teen volunteers and interns. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while creating a mission-oriented environment with excellent customer service and efficiency.

Supervisor/Manager

Science & Nature Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Interact in a positive and engaging manner with teachers, students and families and explain hands-on exhibits.
• Present interactive and educational demonstrations and assist with the development of special activities.
• Present public programs to large audiences inside and outside of the Museum setting.
• Support volunteers throughout the Museum. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for children and learning and will have experience working in the field of Science and Nature Education.
  
  

Experience/Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a Science discipline or related discipline preferred.
• Teaching experience highly preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Include and are not limited to light and heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), sitting, bending, walking and standing.

Standard Schedule

Monday: OFF

Tuesday: 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday: OFF

Thursday: 9:45 am - 5:00 pm

Friday: OFF

Saturday: OFF

Sunday:11:45 am - 5:00 pm

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and occasional evenings.

Compensation

$14.00/hour

Benefits

• Paid sick time and 401k matching program
• Employee discount at the Museum retail store
• Free Museum membership after 30 days
  
  

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.