Education Assistant (Fall)

University of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

10d • $11 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History is seeking a student Education Assistant to support the Education Department with their programs. This position will work with Education Staff to assist with natural and cultural history programs for youth ages 3-17. Students help museum educators conduct activities, supervise students, help with regular classroom set-up and clean-up, program preparation, and other duties as assigned. May help with handling museum specimens and objects, and collection care. Some programs take place outdoors.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in the Fall Term as a student at the University of Oklahoma.
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
• High school diploma/GED.
• Experience working with children in a daycare, classroom, or informal education setting.
• Interest in science and natural history education.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Proactive and able to prioritize tasks independently.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children in a classroom setting.
• Some coursework in life science, natural history, or anthropology.
• Familiar with local plants and animals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with natural and cultural history programs for youth ages 3-17.
• Conduct activities with museum educators.
• Supervise students.
• Assist with regular classroom set-up and clean-up.
• Assist with program preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May help with handling museum specimens and objects.
• May assist with collection care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED