Museum Educator (Docent)

Description:
Museum Educators are volunteer tour guides who engage visitors of all ages in interactive discussions, and support the mission of the Education Department.

  • Commitment: Complete a one-time, intensive Initial Training program of approximately six weekly 1.5-hour sessions covering basic program skills and content, leading toward qualification. Attend twice monthly team meetings to learn new programs, explore content, practice activities and share ideas. Fuller Craft Museum Educators deliver program experiences mostly on weekdays, with occasional exceptions. Demand is heaviest in the winter through late spring, through programs take place throughout the year, including the summer months.
  • In return for their time and service, Museum Educators (MEs) receive a complimentary Family Membership to Fuller Craft Museum.
  • In addition, MEs will also receive the following exclusive benefits: Preview tours of new exhibition, in-depth information about exhibition, special hands-on studio workshop opportunities, training in providing inquiry-based tours and other professional development
Qualifications:
We look for applicants who:

  • Appreciate art and the creative process.
  • Communicate effectively with children, students, and adults in group situations.
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm, a positive attitude, good judgment, and flexibility.
  • Enjoy undertaking and applying research.
  • Are available 4-5 hours per month for tours.
  • Can attend team meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
How To Apply:

Fill out application online: http://goo.gl/forms/qxPpZbhKQ3

Or contact: Education Coordinator, Sage Brousseau sbrousseau@fullercraft.org

Apply by:
December 31, 2015
Salary:
Unpaid