Museum Educator

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

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  Teach in-house Museum programs, Science-To-Go! Programs, and virtual programs to pre-K to 12th grade students in an enthusiastic, energetic, and scientifically accurate manner.
• Assist facilitating summer camps
• Aid in the development, creation, and implementation of supporting curricular materials and activities for programs.
• Transport (either via personal car or museum vehicle) teaching materials to schools in Cuyahoga and surrounding counties when teaching outreach programs. Hours are varied and include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Participate in staff meetings and training meetings as required.
• Communicate and work with an audience who is diverse in culture, age, race, and abilities in a pleasant, tactful, and enthusiastic manner.
• Present a positive image of the Museum at all times

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in education, science, or related field, with 1-2 years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience teaching pre-K to 8th grade. Certified teacher a plus. Equivalent teaching experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or teaching experience in science and/or health topic areas. Preference given to candidates with background experience and/or strong content knowledge in biology, life science, anthropology, or health education.

• Ability to communicate effectively-both verbally and written.
• Comfortable teaching pre-K to 12th grade students and maintaining classroom discipline during programs.
• Ability to switch teaching styles throughout the day.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with Museum staff, students, parents, and public groups in a professional, pleasant, tactful, and enthusiastic manner.
• Strong commitment to science education and the mission of the Museum.
• Ability to work independently as well as with an interdisciplinary, professional team.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Available to teach at least 3 days per week (3-5 days preferred) during normal school year school hours (Monday through Friday). Some weekend hours will be required.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Able to load supplies into your own vehicle and transport them with a rolling cart to and from school classrooms.
• Ability to travel in all types of weather conditions as Museum outreach programs are delivered regardless of weather, as long as driving conditions are considered safe.

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, ADA EMPLOYER and a SUBSTANCE-FREE WORKPLACE