Community Outreach Coordinator Part Time
About The Position
The Community Outreach Coordinator supports the direction and daily operations of DISCOVERY Children’s Museum’s DISCOVERY on Wheels health science program, general museum outreach, and Learning Experiences team. The role executes tactical plans involving visitor experience, revenue-generating summer camps, educational programming, community engagement, and maintenance of galleries and museum spaces, while promoting excellent customer service and an efficient, mission-oriented environment. The coordinator delivers hands-on science education to elementary and middle school students, adapts content for diverse audiences, and presents programs at schools and community events. The role also involves driving to program sites, setting up and packing away materials, maintaining equipment and supplies, and supporting museum programs and the Learning Experiences team. The position is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and is scheduled Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Requirements
- Experience teaching or working with youth is required.
- Strong ability to lead engaging and interactive educational programs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear communication in English.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment.
- Exceptional customer service skills and ability to work effectively with diverse audiences, with an outgoing and engaging personality.
- Reliable, with a strong attendance and punctuality record.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Valid Nevada driver’s license, clean driving record, and current personal liability insurance.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, and stand for extended periods, and operate a vehicle, radio, and computer.
- Ability to drive and load or unload a vehicle, perform light and heavy lifting up to 50 pounds, sit, bend, walk, and stand for several hours at a time, and hear and use a radio.
- Visual acuity and hearing sufficient for the listed work.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field preferred.
- An associate degree with one year of relevant work experience may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, hands-on science programs to elementary and middle school students using medical equipment, models, and technology.
- Adapt educational content to meet the needs of diverse student audiences.
- Present outreach programming at schools, festivals, educator nights, and community events.
- Drive to school sites and safely and efficiently set up and take down program materials.
- Track inventory, prepare supply orders, and ensure materials are in working condition.
- Support summer camps, customized programming, and other outreach initiatives as needed.
- Collaborate with the Learning Experiences team and contribute ideas to ensure program success.
- Represent the museum with enthusiasm, courtesy, integrity, and professionalism.
- Attend professional development sessions and stay current on science education best practices.
- Manage multiple priorities, work independently when needed, take initiative, and assist with additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health and dental benefits, with additional benefits available.
- Generous paid time off.
- 13 company-paid holidays.
- 401(k) plan with matching available.
- Employee discount at the museum retail store.
- Free museum membership after 30 days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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