Museum Educator (Part-Time)

The Museum Educator facilitates structured and drop-in educational programming for Comic-Con Museum (CCM) guests and students of varying ages and experience levels, and assists with the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of educational environments and activities. This role contributes to a welcoming learning environment that encourages participation, creative expression, and collaboration while supporting the mission of San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC). The selected candidate must satisfy screening requirements, including a Department of Justice Live Scan background check and a tuberculosis (TB) test.

Wesentliche Aufgaben und Zuständigkeiten

Facilitate education programs, workshops, classes, field trips, and drop-in activities for a variety of learners
Facilitate the operation of the makerspace and support the appropriate use of tools and materials
Assist in implementing project-based and design-based learning experiences tied to CCM exhibits and creative expression
Support learners in engaging with creative and technical processes using a variety of materials, tools, and media appropriate to program goals
Prepare, organize, distribute, and store program materials and supplies in accordance with CCM procedures
Maintain safe, clean, and functional educational spaces, including basic care, setup, reset, and inventory of equipment and materials
Provide general guidance and instructional support to participants during activities and collaborative learning experiences
Assist in adapting activities to meet the varying needs of all participants
Support program documentation, attendance tracking, and routine administrative tasks as assigned
Participate in curriculum preparation, testing, iteration, and feedback processes
Participate in and support SDCC events, outreach activities, and public programs as assigned
Communicate program information and expectations clearly to all relevant parties
Follow safety procedures and operational guidelines regarding intellectual property and brand usage
Support the design and delivery of maker-centered learning experiences aligned with California Science-Technology-Engineering-Arts-Math (STEAM) standards in collaboration with fellow educators
Demonstrate a strong commitment to using low-cost, sustainable materials in activities and projects when appropriate
Facilitate instruction in both analog and digital comic creation for learners of varying ages and skill levels
Assist in teaching media production and digital literacy skills to a diverse range of learners with different levels of experience
Wahrnehmung sonstiger zugewiesener Aufgaben

Qualifikationen

A high school diploma or GED is required; an Associate degree or equivalent coursework, training, or experience in education, arts, humanities, sciences, museum studies, or a related field is strongly preferred
A minimum of one year of experience working with youth or the public in an educational, recreational, or community setting is required
Experience in museum, camp, or after-school enrichment, informal learning is preferred
Ability to maintain a positive and professional demeanor while demonstrating excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, credibility, integrity, and confidentiality
Fähigkeit, in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld zu arbeiten und Anweisungen, Strategien und Verfahren zu befolgen
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision, and the ability to problem-solve in complex situations
Fähigkeit, in einem vielfältigen Team zu arbeiten, unterschiedliche Standpunkte und Rückmeldungen zu akzeptieren und zu einem kohärenten, unterstützenden und positiven Team beizutragen
Demonstrated ability to reliably work scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and peak attendance periods
Ausgezeichnetes Zeitmanagement und nachgewiesene Fähigkeit, Fristen einzuhalten
Familiarity with the comic book, popular arts, and entertainment industries, including current trends, key players, and audience preferences
Familiarity with or willingness to learn current and new systems and platforms used by the organization, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, Google Suite (G Suite), Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs/Sheets/Slides, Configio, ClickUp, Google Suite, Adobe Suite, in addition to other physical and digital media
Ausgeprägte organisatorische Fähigkeiten und Fähigkeit zur Prioritätensetzung
Vorzugsweise drei oder mehr Jahre Erfahrung als Erzieher
Preferred current teaching credential

Arbeitsbedingungen

Professional museum and classroom environment
verwendet routinemäßig Standard-Bürogeräte
Sie müssen bereit sein, je nach Bedarf abends, an Feiertagen und an Wochenenden zu arbeiten.
Direkter (persönlicher) Kontakt zu Kunden und Lieferanten
Es kann erforderlich sein, im Freien mit wenig oder gar keinem Schatten und bei warmen Temperaturen zu arbeiten
Flexible Verfügbarkeit ist erforderlich, da der Zeitplan von den organisatorischen Anforderungen abhängt.

Physikalische Anforderungen

This position requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading
Gelegentliches Heben oder Bewegen von bis zu 25 Pfund ohne fremde Hilfe und Bücken oder Stehen nach Bedarf.
Häufiges Sitzen, Gehen und Stehen über einen längeren Zeitraum
Gelegentliches Stehen über längere Zeit (8-10+)
weite Strecken zu Fuß zurücklegen (bis zu mehreren Kilometern täglich)
Sich wiederholende Aufgaben mit wenigen Pausen durchführen
Bei der Ausübung dieser Tätigkeit muss der Arbeitnehmer regelmäßig seine Hände und Finger benutzen, um Gegenstände, Werkzeuge oder Bedienelemente zu handhaben, zu ertasten oder zu bedienen, und er muss mit Händen und Armen greifen.
Der Arbeitnehmer muss häufig stehen, sprechen und hören.
In dieser Position kann es erforderlich sein, zeitweise auf einer ebenen Fläche zu gehen.

Gehaltsspanne

$21.00 – $22.49 per hour