Museum Educator [New England Air Museum]

The New England Air Museum seeks two outgoing individuals to join our Education Department. Museum Educators play an essential role in providing high quality visitor experiences by conducting a variety of public programs for youth and families. Responsibilities include leading hands-on Build & Fly activities; Aviation Alive and Flight Science demonstrations; as well as flight simulators, open cockpit experiences, and tours. Other duties include assisting with birthday parties, scout programs and special events. Experience working with children in educational settings is required, as is an interest in the history of aviation. A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Science, History, or a related field is preferred. This is a part-time, non-exempt position that pays $15 per hour and requires weekend availability during the school year, as well as weekday availability in July and August and during school vacation weeks. Hours are 10:00am-5:00pm, up to 13 hours per week during the school year and up to 26 hours per week during the summer and school vacation weeks. Some evenings and holidays will also be required, as needed. This position is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. Email cover letter and resume to Amanda Goodheart Parks, Director of Education, at agparks@neam.org by September 25, 2015. No phone calls please. The New England Air Museum is an equal opportunity employer. For a complete job description, please visit our website at www.neam.org. Posted on: 08/27/2015