Gallery Facilitator, Family Programs

Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Society, Inc. • Dallas, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Within the Education Department (Family Programs Team), Interact with the public within the outdoor galleries of the Dallas Arboretum's Children’s Garden to ensure that a successful public experience and effective gallery interpretation/engagement occurs. Contribute to team effort.

Requirements

• Teaching certificate and/or teaching experience in early childhood or elementary science/STEM is required.
• Background in science field or bachelor's degree in relevant field may substitute for teaching experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Work flexible hours, including nights. Weekends and Holidays necessary
• Ability to pass all pre-employment requirements including background screening and drug test
• Comfortable working in outdoor environments year-round, demonstrating adaptability to varying weather conditions.
• Manage assigned tasks independently and competently.
• Engaging with strong public interaction skills.
• Frequently and repeatedly, walk/stand in the garden for extended periods to engage and monitor the public to facilitate a successful experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in customer service or public engagement is highly desirable.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft 365 applications, are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage members and the public in the specific outdoor gallery spaces with STEM and/or Earth and Life Science content.
• Present educational programming in an inviting and engaging manner, including gallery-specific content: Botany, Geometry, Mathematics, Art, Meteorology, Astronomy, Geology, Paleontology, Entomology, Ornithology, Conservation, Alternative Energy, Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Assure that gallery exhibit is ready for public interaction and report any issues/broken exhibits to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Respond to any public incident according to the relevant guidelines to ensure safety and a successful visitor experience.
• Monitor and encourage appropriate public behavior to promote a positive educational experience while preserving the garden exhibits
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level