Museum Teacher - Part Time

AUTRY MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN WEST • Los Angeles, CA

88d • $18 - $20

About The Position

This Part-Time position (average of 20 hours a week) requires some weekend work and travel. Museum Teachers use replica objects and exhibit displays to implement a range of educational programs at the museum and in classrooms throughout the Los Angeles area. Autry education programs are student-driven, facilitated learning experiences, and are aligned with California state standards. Candidates must be flexible, organized, sensitive to working with diverse audiences, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingual fluency or working knowledge in Spanish is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess or be close to completing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in history, education, museum studies, art, art history, or a related field
• Candidates should have some knowledge of American and California History
• Prior teaching experience in a museum or other informal educational environment
• Candidate may need to complete a TB screening; skin (Mantoux) test or check x-ray might also be necessary
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be flexible and detail-oriented
• Sensitive to working with diverse audiences
• Effective computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Must possess or have regular access to reliable transportation with the ability to transport teaching kits
• Valid and current Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual fluency or working knowledge in Spanish

Responsibilities

• Conduct education tours and programs at the museum and online
• Lead inquiry-based lessons in classrooms throughout the Los Angeles area
• Interact with museum visitors in the galleries
• Assist in the development of museum education programs
• Participate in exhibition information sessions, monthly department meetings, and professional development opportunities
• Travel to schools throughout the Los Angeles area
• Perform other tasks that pertain to the functions and responsibilities of the Education Department

Benefits

• Vacation & Sick Days - accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, per payroll
• 403(b) and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with employer match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Up to 40% off at the Autry Museum Store
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees