Passport to Learning Program – Seasonal Educators
Part-Time Museum Teachers
Passport to Learning Teacher
Program dates: May 15- June 9, 2023
Passport to Learning educators teach 20-minute workshops on topics and themes in art, language arts, math, social studies, and science to students in grades K-8 who visit the museum on school field trips. Duties include active discussion, demonstrations, and facilitating hands-on activities for school students, as well as providing customer service information for general museum visitors when necessary. Passport to Learning teachers must participate in paid staff training prior to the start of each workshop period.
Qualifications:
Prior experience working with and/or teaching children a must. Recent graduates with a degree in k-12 education strongly encouraged to apply. Knowledge of child development and learning theory preferred. Teachers must be able to stand 5-7 hours per day; lift/carry 15+ pounds; work in multi-level sites and climb stairs; and travel across museum grounds in order to carry out security and necessary interpretive responsibilities.
Compensation and Benefits:
$17.00 – 18.00 per hour; spectacular working environment; committed, friendly co-workers; discount at the Museum Store and Café; passes to the museum to share with friends and family; and reciprocal benefits at regional museums and attractions.
To Apply:
Visit our website, www.shelburnemuseum.org to download an application. Forward completed application along with cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Shelburne Museum, P.O.
Box 10, Shelburne, VT 05482.