Learning Facilitator

The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, an educational institution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, shall foster through its museums— Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown—an awareness and understanding of the early history, settlement, and development of the United States through the convergence of Virginia Indian, European, and African cultures and the enduring legacies bequeathed to the nation..

Our work environment includes:

• Growth opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment

The Learning team at JYF is gearing up for the current and upcoming school year and is looking to add additional Learning Facilitators to their team. The ideal candidates for these positions must have excellent customer service and communication skills, and should enjoy listening to children as they facilitate a conversation with students on programs. They must be flexible, exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills, and demonstrate a willingness to do what it takes to get a job done.

This position is being offered in two distinct roles. Applicants are asked to consider the two roles and indicate which they would prefer. Preference will be considered along with the application, resume and interview materials when making offers and placement decisions.

Learning Facilitator Seasonal- This position primarily works during the academic year, providing our core structured educational tour and program experiences to school groups. Upon completion of training, successful candidates would provide availability and begin being scheduled for tours.

Tours are typically scheduled Tuesday-Friday, with an occasional weekend, between mid-September through May.

This position is an entry level position, paying $15 per hour, and is a great opportunity for those who like history, teaching, learning and working with kids.

Learning Facilitator Core- This position works throughout the year, providing our core structured educational tour and program experiences to school groups and guests. Additionally, the core role supports program development, special events and Summer programs. Upon completion of training, successful candidates would provide availability and begin being scheduled for tours and programs.

This position is considered a more mid-level position, paying $16.50 per hour. This is a great opportunity for those emerging museum professionals and educators, career switchers, retirees, or those with previous experience.

Responsibilities:

The Learning Facilitator will deliver engaging, high-quality historical education programs for student audiences at the Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Using dialogic and inquiry based teaching methods, this position serves diverse student groups, and guests through structured tours and onsite programs. Candidates must have the ability to work well independently and collaboratively with a small team.

Due to the nature of this position, they also should be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

• Facilitates dialogue that encourages understanding and growth of student visitors. Teaches a variety of educational on-site programs, including tours, stationed activity, for a wide variety of ages (95%)
• Performs other duties as assigned (5%)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of or interest in history and how it relates to today
• Knowledge of or interest in facilitating interactive and conversation-based student programming
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience and commitment to working with a diverse population of adults and children
• Ability to learn and apply new information in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17