Category Archives: Museum Education

Project Coordinator (Temporary Position) at theTang Institute

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Apply to be a Project Coordinator! This is a temporary position affiliated with the Tang Institute, an on-campus ideas lab at Phillips Academy (Andover, MA) dedicated to strengthening teaching and learning at our school and beyond.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide pedagogical support and research for Tang Fellow projects. This may include collaborating with faculty, developing and revising curricular materials, researching external educational institutions, and surveying the educational literature and landscape for relevant projects. A background in DEI work is of particular interest here.
  • Help design assessment metrics for Tang Institute projects
  • Document and capture learning of past Tang Institute projects in a manner that can be easily shared with internal and external stakeholders
  • Beginning March 2023, Provide significant program coordination for the Workshop, a term-long experiential learning project: manage the Mastery Transcript process, support student research and learning, coordinate alumni guest speakers and help lead off-campus learning opportunities
    • As needed, drive students to off-campus research sites in academy-owned transportation and chaperone them for the duration of their stay
  • Provide relevant project coordination for Workshop 10, a pilot version of the Workshop for 10th graders
  • As needed, help with the preparation of visual materials such as pamphlets, brochures, and presentations

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • 5-7 years of classroom teaching experience and a graduate degree
  • The ability to offer ongoing pedagogical coaching and support to Tang projects
  • Demonstrated background in DEI work
  • Capacity to help develop Tang Institute project assessment framework in collaboration with the Director of the Tang Institute and other members of the Andover community, especially the Assistant Head of School for Analytic Support and Assessment
  • Background in teacher coaching and professional development
  • Strong writing, research, and interview skills
  • Strong organizational skills

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

  • This person will drive students in Phillips Academy-owned vehicles, especially during the spring term of 2023. An up-to-date driver’s license is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree required, interest in related topics a plus
  • Three to five years’ experience with project coordination or other supportive and administrative roles
  • Basic research capacity, technical experience, and interest a plus

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, our top priority is safety.  Accordingly, the Academy will require, subject to disability and religious accommodation exceptions under federal and state law, that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Phillips Academy is an equal opportunity employer.  Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI, ADP authorization form (for RMV record), and fingerprinting background checks, as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

To apply, visit https://andover.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=890.

Museum Educator Position for The Buttonwoods Museum

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The Buttonwoods Museum in Haverhill, MA seeks an enthusiastic Museum Educator to help position the Museum as a strategic community resource within the City of Haverhill and beyond. The Buttonwoods Museum is a small, but dynamic, institution with a mission to collect and preserve history, and to educate the community about Greater Haverhill’s past and culture.

The Museum Educator oversees the many ways visitors interact with the Museum including: research and develop new educational programming via a Cummings Foundation Grant, public programming, group field trips, social media, community outreach endeavors, and more. Education programs serve preschoolers through senior citizens and everyone in between.

Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent time management and prioritization skills; a passion for history, art, and/or archaeology; flexibility and imagination; and be excited about place-making and community engagement. A valid driver’s license and a vehicle is required in order to travel around the Greater Haverhill area for off-site programs. The Museum encourages candidates who are English Spanish bilingual and/or have previous experiences in museums, teaching, or small nonprofits to apply.

This is a part time position of 16 hours per week with occasional variations. There is grant funding for the option of one more day per week. The hourly wage range is $18-20.

Applicants should email resumes and letters of interest to jwilliams@buttonwoods.org by December 16, 2022.

El Museo Buttonwoods en Haverhill Massachussets, busca un educador de museo entusiástico para ayudar a posicionar al Museo como un recurso comunitario estratégico dentro de la Ciudad de Haverhill y más allá. El Museo Buttonwoods es una institución pequeña pero dinámica con una misión de colectar y preservar historia, y educar la comunidad acerca de la cultura y el pasado de la Gran Haverhill.

El educador de museo supervisa las muchas maneras como los visitantes interaccionan con el Museo, incluyendo: investigar y desarrollar nuevos programas educativos a través de una subvención de la Fundación Cummings, programación pública, visitas en grupos, medios sociales, esfuerzos de alcance comunitario, y más. Programas Educativos sirven a niños pre-escolares a través de ciudadanos ancianos y otros en todas edades.

Candidatos deben tener excelentes habilidades de comunicación verbales y escritas; una pasión por historia, arte, y antropología; flexibilidad e imaginación; y estar entusiasmado acerca de creación de lugares y compromisos con la comunidad. Se requiere una licencia de conducir valida y un vehiculo para viajar alrededor del area de la Gran Haverhill para programas fuera del Museo. El Museo anima a aplicar a candidatos que son bilingues y que tienen experiencia con museos, educación, o pequeñas agencias sin fines de lucro.

Esta es una vacancia a mitad de tiempo de 16 horas a las semana con variaciones de acuerdo a las estaciones del año. Hay subvenciones para la opción de un día más por semana.

El pago por hora es de $18 a $20. Los aplicantes deben enviar sus curriculum vitae y cartas de interés a jwilliams@buttonwoods.org antes de deciembre 16, 2022.

Postions Open for Entry-Level to Experienced Teachers at Success Academy (NY)

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We’re redefining what’s possible in public education. We set out to tackle this education crisis with a groundbreaking school design that delivers a rigorous, whole-child education to students from all backgrounds. Today, as the fastest growing, highest-performing charter school network in New York, our network of 47 K-12 schools outperforms every district in the state, proving irrefutably that all children are capable of excellence.

Job Description

We are hiring for this year and the next fall!

Success Academy is looking for passionate people to join our family and make a big impact – on the lives of NYC’s children and in their own career. We welcome all majors and backgrounds, no teaching degree required. If you’re a good fit, you’ll be trained, developed, mentored, and coached alongside a team of strong, collaborative peers. Our school design and curriculum are cutting-edge, and you’ll be set up with all of the technology, supplies, and tools necessary. You’ll be able to focus on growing your students, growing yourself, and growing your network. We are a driven, fun group of top-performers and we would love to work with you!

In this role, you will learn to:

  • Share your passion with kids for science, math, literature, and/or history
  • Develop strong, meaningful relationships with students, their families and your peers and mentors
  • Inspire curiosity and love of learning to empower children emotionally and intellectually
  • Assess and analyze data to chart your student’s growth and achievement, and tailor your own teaching methods accordingly
  • Tackle challenges in and out of the classroom, using problem-solving as a springboard for personal growth

We invite you to apply if you are:

  • A bachelor’s degree graduate by your first day of work with Success Academy.
  • A great student – with an outstanding academic record.
  • Goal-oriented — you set a high bar for yourself and others, and love doing the work to clear it. 
  • Confident and present — you take the lead and inspire others with your passion and commitment.
  • A team player — If you’ve played on a team, you’ll fit right in. Collaboration is at the center of our work.
  • An experienced leader — Have you held a leadership position in a club? Experience managing people or working with a group of kids? We’d love to hear from you.
  • Detail oriented– even with multiple responsibilities and balancing priorities 

About Success Academy Charter Schools

Success Academy is a high-achieving, leading-edge network of 47 public charter schools serving 21,000 students in grades K-12 throughout New York City. We set out to tackle this country’s public education crisis with a groundbreaking school design that delivers a rigorous, whole-child education to students from all backgrounds. Today, our acclaimed network of 47 public schools outperforms every district in New York State and is a national model for academic excellence, opportunity, and equity.

Already an employee of Success Academies? Please go to your Okta Dashboard> Workday> Applications> Career to apply via our Internal Careers page.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at https://jobs.successacademies.org/working-here/.

To apply, visit: https://jobs.successacademies.org/us/en/apply?jobSeqNo=SUACUSR0009596EXTERNALENUS&step=1

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Apply to be a Dorm Counselor!

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DURATION: Temporary / Seasonal

CONTACTS: Rick Mades

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Advertising, Media & PR, Design / Art, Education / Teaching / Training, Other

JOB ROLES:

Elementary School Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Teachers and Instructors, All Other, Teaching Assistants (Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School), Dancers and Choreographers, Photographers, Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film

To apply, go to: https://maineartscamp.com/summer-camp-job/apply.aspx

MAINE ARTS CAMP

A small, creative camp community for children/teens ages 9-17. Extensive programs in the visual arts, theater, culinary arts, music, film photography, dance, technology, and more. Located on the beautiful campus of the White Mountain School in Bethlehem, NH. The camp runs during the month of July.

(225) Dorm counselor – arts, theatre, dance, film making, photography, outdoor activities and more | Maine Arts Camp | Handshake (joinhandshake.com)

Hingham Public Schools Opportunities

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Substitute Teachers

Substitute Teacher positions for the 2022-2023 school year at all levels (K- grade 12).  All Substitute Teacher positions are on an “as needed” basis.  Responsible for in-person instruction of students during teacher absences, dependent on needs, while supporting students in meeting their academic goals.  Competent proficiency to instruct students, preferred.  Undergraduate degree, preferred.

Compensation is currently $113/day (first 10 shifts, not required to be successive), increase to $125/day (after 10 shifts completed), compensation increases with short term assignments (between 40 and 90 days).  Applicants may request specific grade levels (elementary, middle school and/or high school) for placement.  This is a great resume builder!

Paraeducators

Hingham Public Schools is looking for candidates to fill Paraeducator positions for the 2022-2023 school year.  Primary responsibilities include supporting students in general education and special education classes to meet their academic and organizational goals. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, compassionate, energetic, patient, and willing to learn.

Paraeducator positions are available in a variety of shifts:  full-time, part-time or substitute.  Compensation for full and part-time positions is $17.45/hour, potentially higher if experienced.  Compensation for substitute Paraeducators is $15.75/hour.

Multiple positions are available at all levels (K-12).  Applicants may request specific grade levels (elementary, middle school and/or high school) for placement, if there is a preference. 

To apply, contact:  Susan M. D’Amato, Esq., Director of Human Resources, at sdamato@hinghamschools.org or click on HR Job Opportunities for application and criminal background check requirements.

Art Teaching Position

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The East Boston EEC is looking for a certified art teacher for our BPS early learning center and our sister school the Dante Aligueiri . The candidate must be certified K0-6- we might be able to provide a waiver if they don’t have the K0.

Please contact me if you have any candidates!

Anne Slater

Literacy Coach

East Boston EEC

Boston Public Schools

617-959-9597

Summer Opportunity for the Yleana Leadership Foundation

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The Yleana Leadership Foundation is interested in recruiting both grads and undergrads for a transformative SAT summer camp that is part SAT bootcamp, part on-campus college experience, and part traditional summer camp. We are looking for people who are willing to work hard and have an amazing time creating a summer camp experience for high school students from under-resourced communities.

*Note for summer 2022: We are going to host staff training and both sessions of camp in person at Colgate University. We’re excited to be back in person after two years of virtual camp!

We’re hiring for two different paid positions within our organization this summer; click the links below for more information about each position. 2022 Employment Dates: June 12 – August 8, 2022

Interested in applying? Priority Application Deadline: May 15, 2022

  • Fill out our form here: https://bit.ly/basicinfo2022
  • All applicants will be required to take an SAT assessment as part of the hiring process

Questions? Email workwithus@yleana.org