Studio Team Member (Part-Time)

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Outreach Assistant Manager, the Studio Team Member’s main responsibilities include guest experience enhancement and educational activity facilitation of the Innovation Gallery and Studio through engagement around exhibits, hands-on activities, live science and technology demonstrations, and public festivals.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Proactively seek out guests and initiate conversations to provide an exceptional guest experience
• Comfortably interact with diverse groups of varying ages, backgrounds, knowledge levels, learning styles, and special needs
• Learn exhibit content and activities that are based in STEM/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, and Math) and share them in exciting and creative ways with diverse audiences
• Perform opening and closing procedures for studios and exhibit galleries, ensuring safety protocols, managing supplies, and maintaining studio appearance.
• Work independently to identify jobs that need to be done and follow through with little direction, while being able to adapt to working cooperatively with other team members
• Contribute to the positive team culture by bringing creativity and enthusiasm to your role.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Comfortable learning a wide variety of subjects such as, but not limited to, science, history, engineering, art, and design, both with a team and independently.
• Ability to positively meet challenges in an ever-changing environment with creativity and flexibility
• Multi-tasking and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently, as well as effectively with team members.
• Must be 18 or older.

Preferred but not required:

• Bachelor’s degree with an interest in science, history, education, museum studies, or related field.
• Experience in teaching, theatrical performance, or public speaking.
• Bilingual; Spanish is a plus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
• Be able to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Be able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise

Schedule:

• Shifts primarily during the day, with flexibility required for evenings, weekends, and holidays as per business needs.

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Museum Outreach Facilitator (Part-Time)

Job Summary:

The primary responsibilities of the Museum Outreach Facilitator are to support the Education Department and the Discovery Lab on Wheels Program with targeted assignments designated by FWMSH Outreach.  Facilitators will implement Outreach programs at program sites and organize materials and resources associated with the program. This position reports to the Outreach Assistant Manager.

Basic Functions and Responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Implementation of Museum Outreach & Discovery Lab on Wheels Programming:

• Transport, load, and unload materials at Museum and offsite locations (able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds).
• Check in at program site upon arrival.
• Set up in classroom, lab or designated location.
• Facilitate student learning during session.
• Interact with program site representative.
• Manage inventory and materials and replenishment as needed.
• Complete programming reports and provide feedback.
• Communicate with Museum staff effectively.

Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational skills
• The ability to work well with children and be an effective problem solver
• Experience in educational lesson implementation with a variety of age groups
• Possess a respect for all children, celebrating their unique learning styles and abilities
• Demonstrate creativity and enthusiasm in the delivery and implementation of Program lessons
• Reliable and flexible
• Work well in a team environment
• Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing one; experience working with children or in youth development settings.

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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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