PART-TIME EDUCATOR, position available immediately. The Museum Educator will work as part of the Education Department team, responsible for conducting a variety of programs in the Science, Art, History and Dr. Seuss Museums. Programs include Science School Programs, Weekend, School Vacation Weeks, and Evening Family Programs, Summer Programs. The Museum Educator will fill in for Family Science Adventures, Museums on the Go Outreach, Weekend Birthday parties, and other special events as needed. Duties include: teaching scripted Science School Programs which include physical, life and earth and space science topics to school groups in grades Pre-K to 8; maintaining supplies and materials; creating games and tours to correspond with special exhibitions; creating and preparing gallery and classroom activities for family events; tracking participation; and assisting in the assessment of each activity. He/she will represent the Springfield Museums and lead educational activities at community outreach events. Qualifications: An Associate’s degree is required (preferably in Education, Early Childhood Education, or other related field). Experience in the following is necessary: teaching in a Museum or other informal educational setting; teaching science lessons and activities; and working independently with groups of children. Candidate must be dependable, energetic, creative, and enjoy working with students, teachers and families. He/She must work collaboratively in a team environment, and be willing to handle live reptiles. Some aspects of this position may require standing for long periods of time, and lifting and/or carrying up to 30 pounds. Reliable transportation is required. Selected candidate must pass a CORI check. Send letter of interest and resume by January 13, 2017 to: kmerrill@springfieldmuseums.org.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part time