Oregon Historical Society Learning Guide

Lewis & Clark College•Portland, OR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Guide supports the Oregon Historical Society Education Department in connecting K–12 students with Oregon history during school tours. Working alongside museum educators and volunteers, the Learning Guide helps students engage with exhibits through discussion, reflection, and interactive learning while ensuring tours run smoothly and safely. The role aims to create welcoming and inclusive learning environments for visitors and provides professional experience in museum education, youth engagement, facilitation, public speaking, leadership, and nonprofit work. The position begins January 19, 2027. Available shifts are 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., plus two hours weekly for tour-related readings, preparation, and team meetings on a day to be determined. Fridays are preferred. Transportation to and from the Oregon Historical Society is required and is not provided. Pay is $16.80 per hour. Federal Work Study is required.

Requirements

Submit an application with a cover letter.
Pass a background check.
Meet the stated COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Federal Work Study is required.
Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
Ability to remain calm and organized while managing groups in a public setting.
Transportation to and from the Oregon Historical Society is required and is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or youth is helpful but not required.
Interest in museum education, history, public history, or teaching.
Spanish or proficiency in an additional language.
Creativity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

Welcome, orient, and support K–12 school groups during museum visits.
Facilitate self-guided and guided school tours, helping groups move through museum spaces according to schedule.
Lead discussions and reflection activities that help students engage with museum exhibits.
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for visitors.
Communicate museum expectations and school tour procedures to students, educators, and chaperones.
Participate in training related to museum education, facilitation techniques, group management, and Oregon history.
Complete assigned readings and tour preparation before working with students.
Collaborate with Museum Educators, Volunteer Educators, and other Oregon Historical Society staff to deliver educational experiences.
Provide tour reports and communicate regularly with supervisors about tour operations.
Support the Oregon Historical Society’s mission, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and respectful collaboration.
Assist during emergencies by following established museum procedures.
Fulfill other duties as assigned.