Lead Learning Facilitator

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Williamsburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation is an educational agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia offering programs and resources about early American history through its museums – Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. The Learning team is part of the larger Learning and Community Engagement department; focusing on student programming both onsite in our museums, virtually, in the classroom and through support for self guided groups and homeschool educators.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of or interest in 17th/18th century history and how it relates to today
• Knowledge of or interest in current educational methodologies
• Excellent customer service skills
• Enjoys working with a diverse population of adults and children
• Ability to learn and apply new information in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Knowledge of or interest in program development

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a similar setting or related role.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating guided tours, virtual programs, homeschool programs and outreach using dialogic and inquiry-based methods aligned with state and national standards.
• Works collaboratively to create programs around changing exhibits and generate ideas for revenue growth.
• Collaborates with leadership to develop and deliver staff training for new and veteran employees.
• Supports teacher professional development.
• Serves as a mentor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed