Overview
This full-time position (40 hours/week) reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Curator to create and implement high-quality, mission-centered educational programming for all ages. They supervise the part-time Community Outreach Coordinator, as well as seasonal interns and volunteers. The Museum Educator collaborates with other museums, libraries, and educational institutions to host and promote common educational offerings. Regular travel and evening/weekend work is required. This position pays $36,000- $40,000 and is eligible for benefits. Relocation assistance is not available.
Position Impact
The Museum Educator is a key member of the AAMI team and the organization’s fulfillment of its mission. They ensure that all audiences receive accurate and engaging information about Iowa’s African American history and culture through presentations, tours, and a robust traveling exhibit and trunk program.
Qualifications
A Bachelor’s Degree in History, Education, or another relevant discipline is preferred, as well as experience in a formal or informal education setting. Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate should be creative, self-directed, organized, and a strong writer and public speaker. The candidate should have an enthusiastic and outgoing personality, outstanding organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to relate history in an interesting manner, and the ability to accurately promote the AAMI’s programs. Strong computer skills, primarily with Google Suite, and reliable transportation for statewide travel are required.
Responsibilities
● Develop, schedule, and implement tours, workshops, programs, and educational curriculum appropriate for varying audiences both on and off-site ● Develop an understanding of Iowa’s African American history ● Maintain department and project budgets ● Supervise part-time staff, interns, or volunteers when applicable ● Workwith staff to develop a wide variety of mission-centered year-round programming ● Coordinate and schedule outside presenters and speakers ● Communicate professionally and accurately with teachers, youth group leaders, tour groups, and other organizations ● Recruit, train, and schedule Education Department volunteers and interns ● Collaborate with other organizations to promote and/or implement events and programs ● Compile and report information regarding attendance and evaluations to the Executive Director and other appropriate persons ● Provide content to the Marketing Coordinator for program promotion ● Assist the Development Director with grant writing as needed ● Other duties as assigned
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to search@blackiowa.org. This position is open until filled. Please direct questions about the position to search@blackiowa.org
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