Early Childhood Educator

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.

The Culture and Heritage Commission (Commission) is York County’s appointed governing board for the Culture & Heritage Museums (CHM), the entity that operates York County-owned cultural resources. The Commission carries out its governance responsibilities through a Director, hired to manage the operations of CHM and its professional staff.  The Commission’s role is critical in providing oversight and guidance as we plan for the future, manage the present and honor the past. Our board is a York County Commission comprised of 7 Commissioners who are appointed by the County Council and who volunteer their time, expertise and energy to guide this organization.

1. Authenticity:  We ensure that the knowledge that we share is accurate and supported through credible documentation or eyewitness accounts.
2. Professionalism:  We adhere to best practices of the museum field in the care of resources under our stewardship.
3. Meaningful Visitor Experiences:  We strive to create memorable experiences enabling those we serve to walk away from our museums not only with new information but with inspiration that they will carry with them throughout their lives.
4. Respect for those we represent:  As a cultural museum we tell the story of people from various backgrounds and life experiences both past and present. We have an obligation to tell their stories in a fair and balanced manner that fosters greater understanding of their unique perspectives.
5. Respect for our Natural World:  As a natural history museum we have a responsibility to show respect for the natural world and to lead by example.
6. Transparency:  We ensure our organizational meetings, documents, and records beyond those that pertain to our legal requirements or breach the trust of our donors are available to the public.
7. Stewardship:  We recognize that all of our assets are held on behalf of the public good and that it is our responsibility to ensure that they are used wisely.
8. Donor Rights(Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader):  We believe all donors should be valued and informed. Promises should be delivered and expectations of confidentiality should be met to the fullest extent of the law.

We invite you to apply to join our team as a part-time (28 hours per week) Early Childhood Educator with Main Street Children's Museum.  The purpose of this position is to develop and implement programs that support the mission of the Main Street Children's Museum.  Will also maintain exhibit presence and models creative play for visitors while spending a great deal of time on the exhibit floor interacting with visitors.

Projected Salary Range/Pay Grade 108: $17.62 - $21.14 per hour. Salary is determined based on qualifications.

• Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 
• 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays 
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings 
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Makes recommendations to the Education Program Manager concerning program development and assists in implementing a continuity of weekly program offerings throughout the year; recommends changes or new programs and promotes participation in other CHM programs; keeps an inventory of needed supplies and manipulatives; prices out and recommends supply and manipulative purchase recommendations to Education Program Manager.
• Maintains a sanitary and safe environment for visitors to play, learn, interact and explore. 
• Applies best practices to combine specific learning objectives with play in informal learning environments that are developmentally appropriate for infants, toddlers and children; represents the needs and interests of young children, their motivation to learn, and empowers them through contact and direct experience with exhibits.
• Employs front end, formative, and summative evaluation selectively in program development and delivery.
• Implements opening/closing procedures for museum exhibits. Covers the front desk as needed, including checking in guest, selling merchandise, answering phones, handling registration, and membership sales.
• Manages and executes birthday parties, including set up, greeting host family and guests, organizing and implementing rules and policies, and clean up.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in early childhood education or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:  

• Current teaching certification preferred
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Physical Demands:  Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.  

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):  Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.  Involves routine and frequent exposure to:

1. Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
2. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
3. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:   York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
 
Standard Clauses:   May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.
 This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
 
Essential Safety Functions:   It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
 Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Salary : $18 - $21