Programs Educator

Job Details

Scott Family Amazeum - Bentonville AR

Full Time

High School

$17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Education

Description

Position Title : Programs Educator Reports to : Youth Engagement Manager

Classification

Type : Hourly Full-time Non-exempt

Schedule : varied work schedule will include weekdays occasional evenings weekends and holidays

Minimum starting hourly rate : $17 / hr

Scott Family Amazeum Overview :

The Scott Family Amazeum is a hands-on interactive museum in Northwest Arkansas and recognized as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. We create a fun environment where risk taking imagining problem solving discovery collaboration and exploration bring children and adults together to learn and grow.

Core Purpose : The Amazeum exists to spark and nurture the curious and creative spirit in all of us.

Through experiences with the Amazeum individuals and the community are engaged in building relationships and developing identities as creative curious and innovative shapers for the region. Hands-on learning opportunities and inquiry-based discovery allow guests to exercise critical thinking and take risks in the context of play.

The Amazeum facility includes approximately 50000 square feet of indoor space and one acre of outdoor exhibition and activity space. The exhibits and programs are multidisciplinary based on STEAM (science technology engineering arts and mathematics) concepts to further formal educational goals in a high-quality informal learning environment. The museum is located at the intersection of Museum Way and J Street in Bentonville AR.

Position Summary

The Education Department of the Amazeum is looking for team members who are enthusiastic about promoting creativity curiosity and community. Reporting to the Youth Engagement Manager Programs Educators will develop teach and facilitate curriculum and activities that support the Amazeums mission and overall strategic goals. Programming will focus on experiences to impact guests from the general public as well as local community organizations such as Cub Scouts Girl Scouts homeschool families 4-H groups and schools. As key representatives of the Amazeum to the public Programs Educators will also work as a team to provide excellent customer service ensure a safe and hygienic space and help evaluate and improve guest experiences.

Essential Functions

Program Development & Facilitation

• Works closely with Youth Engagement Manager to develop new and improve existing program curriculum including instructional and operational design written descriptions and evaluation
• Ensure curriculum and activities adhere to the Amazeums education guiding principles
• Models best practices by serving as a primary educator in educational programs and activities to a wide range of ages from 6 - 14 years old.
• Design conduct and modify innovative educational experiences developed for public audiences ensuring experiences are responsive to all participants needs
• Evaluate programs reflect on their success and conduct in-depth research and prototyping to improve Amazeum experiences
• Respond knowledgeably to guests questions and follow daily programming schedules
• Provide programming support for weekend and special events at the Amazeum and off site at community partner organizations as needed
• Provides outstanding customer service in a fast-paced setting and act quickly in a challenging situation
• Provide supporting facilitation for public audiences on the exhibit floor on occasions

Materials & Equipment Management

Training and Program Evaluation / Improvement

General Duties

The responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The Amazeum reserves the right to revise or change position duties and responsibilities as necessary to accommodate changing organizational needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

All applicants must be able to :

Physical Requirements

Preferred Skills

How to apply

Submit your completed Amazeum application your resume and cover letter via the Amazeum Career Portal.

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Algebra,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Adult Education,Special Needs,Calculus,Teaching,Geometry,Experience with Children,Public Speaking

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 17 - 17