SCHOOL AGE EDUCATOR

CHESAPEAKE BAY MARITIME MUSEUM INC • St. Michaels, MD

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The School-Age Educator is instrumental in facilitating the Education Department's programs for PK-12 students, promoting CBMM’s mission through high-quality educational programming. CBMM is committed to doubling the number of school children it serves annually, and the School-Age Educator plays a vital role by fostering a positive learning environment for all school-age visitors.

Requirements

• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and effective teacher who enjoys working with children from preschool to high school.
• Experience teaching children of various ages in formal or informal learning environments.
• Passion for the Chesapeake Bay and its people.
• Familiarity with formal and informal learning theory, Common Core and Maryland State Curriculum standards preferred.
• Ability to foster positive work relationships with CBMM staff, superiors, and volunteers, and problem solve and respond positively and calmly to program changes.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical ability to work with students on CBMM’s 18-acre campus, exhibits, boats, and docks, in varied weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in education, museum studies, history, environmental science, or related field desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver school-age programs at CBMM and in classrooms.
• Greet and orient school groups to campus to facilitate positive learning experiences.
• Assist with school-age outreach initiatives including teacher workshops and Educator Open Houses.
• Assist with other children’s programming, including classes, camps, and CBMM festivals, as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree