Museum Learning Specialist (Part-Time)

The HR Team•Baltimore, MD

9d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Port Discovery's Learning and Visitor Experience Department's mission is to engage all of our visitors, both adults and children, throughout the museum's exhibits and play spaces (on the floor) in innovative, play-based education experiences and programs. This includes informal interactions, as well as pop-up programs and more structured activities and workshops through exhibit and play spaces. We are looking for a friendly and outgoing part-time Museum Learning Specialist to deliver museum programs and experiences for young children (birth through age 10) and their families to support the museum's initiatives and mission. The Learning Specialist supports, facilitates, and engages visitors through both Public and Groups Programming implemented in the museum and the community. This position offers up to 29 hours per week. The scheduled hours will be adjusted according to the need and scheduling of public and groups programming, and at least one weekend day per week will be required. Participation in special events, evening, weekend, and holidays will be necessary. Starting pay for this position is $18.50 per hour. Port Discovery is seeking individuals who are: Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, dependable and flexible. Passionate about play and making a difference in the lives of families and the community. Engaging with children and adults individually and in large groups. Comfortable co-facilitating workshops with children and adults of multiple age groups. Calm under pressure and has excellent communication skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience working or volunteering with children (infants, toddlers, pre-k, and/or elementary age) required.
Must have interest in working closely with children, parents, educators, and museum staff in delivering an exceptional museum experience
Must have excellent presentation, organizational, business writing and interpersonal skills.
Independent problem solving and decision-making skills are necessary for success.
A valid driver's license and reliable non-public transportation are required (for outreach activities).

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in education, early childhood, the arts, sciences or a related field a plus.
Museum experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Supports, facilitates, and engages visitors through either or both Public and Groups programming implemented in the museum and the community.
In collaboration with Learning and Visitor Experience Department members, the Learning Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of educational public programming.
Works closely with all other museum departments to create a cohesive team effort and exemplary museum experience.
Monitors and ensures guest safety protocols are followed while stationed on the floor and resets exhibit spaces as needed.
Supports the mentoring and training of other Learning and Visitor Experience Department members.
Participates in the delivery of Public and Group Programs as needed and appropriate.
Supports grant-related work as needed, including budget development, narrative development, and all reporting.
Participates in community partnership activities that enhance the Museum's programmatic offerings and mission.
Continues to maintain a minimum of 85% of staff time actively engaged with programs and visitor experiences, either on- or off-site.
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.