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.

Fonctions et responsabilités essentielles

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
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Qualifications

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
Capacité à travailler dans un environnement en évolution rapide et à suivre les instructions, les politiques et les procédures.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision, and the ability to problem-solve in complex situations
Capacité à travailler au sein d'une équipe diversifiée, à accepter des points de vue et des commentaires différents et à contribuer à la cohésion, au soutien et à la positivité de l'équipe.
Demonstrated ability to reliably work scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and peak attendance periods
Excellentes compétences en matière de gestion du temps et capacité avérée à respecter les délais.
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
Solides compétences en matière d'organisation et de hiérarchisation des priorités
Trois ans ou plus d'expérience en tant qu'éducateur, de préférence.
Preferred current teaching credential

Conditions de travail

Professional museum and classroom environment
Utilisation courante d'équipements de bureau standard
Doit être disponible pour travailler le soir, les jours fériés et les week-ends, selon les besoins.
Contact direct (face à face) avec les clients et les fournisseurs
Peut être amené à travailler à l'extérieur, avec peu ou pas d'ombre et par des températures chaudes.
Une disponibilité flexible est requise, car l'emploi du temps sera fonction des besoins de l'organisation.

Exigences physiques

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
Soulever ou déplacer occasionnellement jusqu'à 25 livres sans aide et se pencher ou se tenir debout si nécessaire.
rester fréquemment assis, marcher et se tenir debout pendant de longues périodes
Occasionnellement, rester debout pendant de longues périodes (8-10+)
Marcher sur de longues distances (jusqu'à plusieurs kilomètres par jour)
Effectuer des tâches répétitives avec peu de pauses
Dans l'exercice de ses fonctions, l'employé doit régulièrement utiliser ses mains et ses doigts pour manipuler, sentir ou actionner des objets, des outils ou des commandes, et tendre les bras et les mains.
Le salarié est fréquemment amené à se tenir debout, à parler et à entendre.
Ce poste peut nécessiter de marcher principalement sur une surface plane pendant des périodes de temps.

Fourchette des salaires

$21.00 – $22.49 per hour