Organization: Slater Museum of Natural History
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Position: AmeriCorps Member: Education and Outreach Coordinator
Position Start/End: September 1, 2015 - July 15, 2016
Stipend: $1195 per month, Education Award of $5730 available upon completion of service term
Hours: 40 hours per week, flexible schedule.
Position Description: The AmeriCorps member will serve as our Education and Outreach Coordinator. The member is the primary facilitator of our specimen-based “Nature in the Classroom” program (NIC). The AmeriCorps member’s duties include teaching NIC lessons in schools (primarily to upper elementary students), publicizing the program, and facilitating the use of museum materials by local educators. At least 250 hours of the member’s term will be spent in the classroom teaching the curricula. The AmeriCorps member will also be involved in training teachers in the use of NIC curricula, coordinating and conducting behind-the-scenes tours of the museum, recruiting and training volunteer docents who assist with tours, and educating visitors during open hours. Opportunities for practical museum experience include exhibit development, training in specimen preparation, and interaction with curatorial staff.
Qualifications:
- Passion for natural history and environmental education
- Teaching experience or experience working with children in educational setting
- Enthusiasm for museum collections
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently and coordinate museum schedules
- Excellent document preparation, reporting, and record-keeping skills
- Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- College degree, with background in biology or other natural sciences
- Must have valid driver's license
Application: Applicants must apply through the My AmeriCorps website at this link:
If questions, contact: Slater Museum of Natural History, slatermuseum@pugetsound.edu
