Adventures in Nature - Instructor
About The Position
The Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County (NHMLAC) include the Natural History Museum in Exposition Park and La Brea Tar Pits in Hancock Park. They operate under the collective vision to inspire wonder, discovery, and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds. The museums hold one of the world’s most extensive and valuable collections of natural and cultural history—more than 35 million objects—used for groundbreaking scientific and historical research, and community engagement. From NHM’s opening in 1913 as the very first museum in Los Angeles, the organization has entered an exciting new era of transformation with building projects and campaigns, exhibitions, community outreach and impactful audience engagement. NHMLAC’s values—adventurous, inclusive, authentic, and intentional—guide our work and visitor experience, committing us to foster a welcoming, safe and respectful workplace environment where innovation and collaboration thrive and every team member can contribute their unique perspectives to advance our mission. NHMLAC seeks candidates who are aligned with our values and priorities, and are passionate about connecting science with the vibrant and diverse communities we serve throughout Los Angeles. The NHMLAC is seeking an Instructor, Adventures in Nature for our Education & Programs department. The Instructor, Adventures in Nature position is responsible for teaching participants in the Adventures in Nature program using a pre-developed curriculum. Specific responsibilities include working closely with AIN counselors on activities development and facilitation, planning and presenting programs and helping to create an engaging, creative and educational camp experience.
Requirements
- A welcoming and personable attitude and the ability to interact effectively with children of all ages, their families, staff and other Museum visitors.
- Experience working alongside staff with diverse backgrounds and serving diverse audiences.
- Ability to plan and lead games and activities for elementary- aged school children.
- Ability to relate to and communicate easily and effectively with children and adults.
- Ability to communicate ideas verbally and in writing.
- Previous experience with summer camps or another informal learning environment with children and a general interest in natural history is required.
Responsibilities
- Teaches participants in the Adventures in Nature (AIN) program using a pre-developed curriculum.
- Works closely with AIN counselors on activity development and facilitation, planning and presenting programs and helping to create an engaging, creative and educational camp experience.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager, Public Programs dependent on organizational needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
