Learning Program Specialist

JOB TITLE: Learning Program Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Learning & Engagement

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Learning and Engagement

SALARY TYPE: Part-Time, 20—25 hours per week, Permanent

WAGE: $12/HR

START DATE: Mid-September 2022

JOB POSTING CLOSES: August 24,2022

JOB SUMMARY:

The Learning Program Specialist will have a role in supporting programs such as school field trips, on-site classes, outreach classes, camps, and overnights. This position will also support the Early Childhood Coordinator in teaching seasonal early learning programs (when these programs are in session), including the Whirligigs Preschool Program, Chickadees Nature Play Group, and Kestrels Nature Play Group.

The applicant must, at a minimum, be available on the following days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. and Fridays from 9:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Represent Great Lakes Aquarium positively.

· Complete required training and paperwork in a timely manner.

· Assist in providing weekly science and nature-based classes for children ages 3 to 10 (when seasonal early childhood classes are in session).

· Use existing curriculum to teach on-site classes to visiting school groups.

· Use existing curriculum to teach outreach classes around the region.

· Facilitate overnight experiences for groups of youth and their chaperones (i.e. scout troops, school groups, etc.)

· Seasonally (summertime), assist with early drop-off program and breaks for summer camp staff.

· Prepare and/or clean-up classroom space, materials and any additional resources needed for class.

· Complete any other related tasks as assigned by the Assistant Director of Learning and Engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

· Must be 18 years of age or older.

· Must have experience working with children.

· Must be able to work in a team teaching environment.

· Must be able to communicate effectively.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds (size of a small child).

· Must be able to safely navigate a variety of surfaces, walk long distances and stand for extended periods of time.

· Must be able to spend extended periods of time outdoors in all weather.

· Must be able to hear children that might be out of direct-line of sight.

· Preferred: Experience working with children outdoors

· Preferred: Knowledge of local flora and fauna

· Preferred: Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Experience working in a formal or non-formal educational setting is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and/or WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by a Learning Program Specialist to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Some classes will be taught outdoors near the Aquarium building. The terrain includes gravel, grass, wooded patches, steep hills and seasonally snow and mud. Classes will be taught in all weather conditions including but not limited to bright sun, rain, wind and snow.

EOAA STATEMENT

Great Lakes Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer. Great Lakes Aquarium shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Great Lakes Aquarium aims to be a supportive community for all people. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to

apply for this position, please connect with our HR representative, Annie Thors at (218) 740-2001 or athors@glaquarium.org.

Questions?: Director of Learning and Engagement, Alexis Berke at: aberke@glaquarium.org / 218-740-2013.