Museum School Teacher (Part-Time)
Museum School Mission Statement: The purpose of Museum School is to offer children a unique opportunity for learning in a creative, informal environment, using age-appropriate interpretation, hands-on interaction, and opportunities.
Museum School Philosophy: Museum School’s discovery approach enhances a child’s awareness of the world. The curriculum combines natural and physical sciences, history, and anthropology with art, music, and literature.
Museum School Goals: Children will have first-hand experiences; develop an appreciation for the natural world; begin to construct their own knowledge; gain skills in listening and language acquisition; and creatively express themselves through music, art, and drama.
The Education Department is seeking qualified, enthusiastic Museum School Teachers for its preschool program. Museum School Teachers are responsible for the implementation of age-appropriate activities that support specific class subjects in a way that reflects the mission statement, philosophy, and goals of the Fort Worth Museum School. The ideal candidate has a passion for providing extraordinary learning experiences for children.
Museum School teaching schedules vary. The Fall/Spring Museum School classes operate Tuesday through Friday from 8:15 AM until 4:00 PM, August through May. The Summer Museum School classes operate for 4 weeks, Monday through Friday, from 8:15 AM – 2:45 PM during the months of June and July.
The position of Museum School Teacher falls under the direction and supervision of the Museum School Director.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Early Childhood, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, or Elementary Education
- Certified EC-4 Generalist or EC-6 Generalist preferred
- Minimum of 2 years (PK-3) teaching experience required
Characteristics, Abilities, and Responsibilities of a Museum School Teacher:
Characteristics
- Friendly, outgoing personality with a high energy level.
- Respect for all children and their learning abilities or differences.
- Exhibit competency, good judgment, and emotional control in the presence of children.
- Demonstrate professional, ethical, honest, and responsible behavior.
- Enjoy working with young children and relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.
- Exhibit a growth mindset and the desire for life-long learning.
Abilities
- Exhibit effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Exhibit knowledge and skills relevant to the specific ages and stages of the children in the assigned classroom.
- Plan, prepare, organize, and execute age-appropriate curriculum, activities, and projects competently with a team of teachers.
- Collaborate, teach, and work effectively with a co-lead teacher in the classroom.
- Treat each child and their family with respect and dignity, while recognizing and respecting the uniqueness of all children, their families, and their cultures.
- Ability and willingness to initiate, collaborate, and assist with tasks, including preparing the classroom for the next topic each week, assisting with supply ordering, parent communication, and other classroom management tasks, as required.
- Support children in their learning and development with attention to the special needs of each individual child.
Responsibilities
- Articulate the Museum School’s mission to the community.
- Foster developmentally-appropriate independence in children through planned, flexible activities while maintaining a cooperative atmosphere.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of the Museum School curriculum topics in order to effectively teach lessons and activities to young learners.
- Maintain a safe, attractive, organized environment.
- Implement classroom guidance and discipline strategies that reflect the Fort Worth Museum Preschool values.
- Complete a minimum of 24 hours of professional development annually.
- Attend and participate in beginning-, middle-, and end-of-year staff meetings.
- Attend and participate in a Monday morning staff meeting once a month.
- Teach a minimum of 2 weeks in the Museum School Summer program.
- Comply with the requirements of the Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Minimum Standards.
- Implement procedures and protocols related to the health and safety of all students and employees to ensure their safety.
- Maintain CPR, First Aid, and Tarrant County Child Care certification.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to bend, lift (30-50 lbs.), reach, sit (in a chair and on the floor), walk, easily move from a stand to a sit on the floor, and back to a stand.
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