Temporary Senior Camp Educator, Part Time

Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh•Pittsburgh, PA

15h

About The Position

Kamin Science Center is dedicated to inspiring learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. By making science both relevant and fun, the Science Center’s goal is to increase science literacy in the region and motivate young people to seek careers in science and technology. One of the four Carnegie Museums, the Science Center is Pittsburgh’s premier science exploration destination and the region’s most visited museum, reaching more than 500,000 people annually through its hands-on exhibits, camps, classes, and educational programs. Please scroll to the bottom of this page to see information on the starting pay rate. Temporary Senior Camp Educators serve in leadership roles in camp programs. This position emphasizes relationship-building and requires prompt, friendly, accurate communication with program participants and coworkers. Some evening or weekend work may be required. Temporary Senior Camp Educators are responsible for building relationships with youth and their adult caregivers and for supporting a team of museum staff and volunteers to deliver effective, engaging, and safe learning experiences. Temporary Senior Camp Educators will give and receive constructive criticism with the goal of developing their pedagogy skills and supporting the growth of their teammates and child/youth learners, continuously improving program quality and enhancing the visitor experience. This will be facilitated by participation in professional development provided by Kamin Science Center. This is a temporary, part time position expected to run from May 2026 – August 2026.

Requirements

Temporary Senior Camp Educators are patient, caring individuals who have the knowledge and skills to foster welcoming, safe, social settings that help people explore nature and science and connect with one another.
Temporary Senior Camp Educators must be comfortable adapting their approaches in a dynamic setting to meet the needs of visitors and program participants.
Experience facilitating informal learning (community-based, outdoors, in museums, after-school programs, or similar settings) is required.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field (sciences, humanities, social services, creative arts, education or related field)
3 years demonstrated knowledge of age-appropriate content and pedagogy for a variety of audiences.
1 year working summer camp with Kamin Science Center.
Demonstrated aptitude for creativity, curiosity, passion, enthusiasm, integrity, and a strong professional ethic.
Documented ability to effectively lead in team settings
Documented experience working directly with stakeholders or parents.
Passion for/interest in STEM.

Nice To Haves

Educational certification is valued but not required.
Cultural competency and experience working with diverse communities.
Willingness to be open and respectful of all backgrounds.
Fluency in language(s) other than English valued.

Responsibilities

Assisting in execution of overall camp program strategy
Acting as advocate for and model of Kamin Science Center’s summer camp vision, prioritizing safety at all times.
Motivating teammates to assure program quality and excellent customer service.
Assisting in curriculum development.
Providing front-line, program area leadership. This may include, but is not limited to, training temporary camp staff, coaching Teen Volunteers, providing camper first aid (with appropriate, paid training), teaching camps, and acting as a peer leader during offsite field trips.
Leading instruction
Working collaboratively with a team of educators, assistants, and volunteers to deliver effective, engaging, and safe learning experiences.
Applying knowledge of best practices to create welcoming, age-appropriate spaces where participants feel cared for and are excited to learn about science, nature and one another.
Designing and defining clear goals and creating opportunities for learners to receive feedback on progress towards goals.
Using a variety of strategies that engage diverse learners, including best practices for accessibility.
Planning educational experiences based on resources provided by Science Center staff
Adapting lesson plans from existing resources.
Coordinating with support staff and volunteers to ensure that learning spaces and materials are prepared and returned before/after each program.
Coordinating with staff and volunteers to ensure that participants are greeted upon arrival and know what to do to get the program started.
Supporting efforts to create a safe environment for all people, facilities, and natural resources
Following established procedures for safety, security, custodial, visitor service, and maintenance procedures. This includes providing clear safety expectations for participants in the context of educational activities.
Using appropriate procedures in emergency situations.
Using appropriate reporting procedures for incidents and unexpected situations.
Ensuring that impact of educational activities on museum collections and exhibitions is minimized.
Ensuring that environmental impact of educational activities is minimized.
Developing pedagogy skills through ongoing practice, reflection, and professional development structured by Science Center
Attending Science Center Educator professional development meetings.
Observing, analyzing and co-teaching with fellow Science Center educators.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned on a case by case basis.