Education Specialist - Museum jobs in Gadsden, AL

• Act as the Program Lead in management of all Education events with responsibility of training and prioritizing the activities of the Education Coordinator.
• Book field trips (maintain appointments on company calendar)
• Ensure invoices, and tax exemption forms are on file and delivered
• Conduct education volunteer training

• Develop new programs: creating new and creative learning using current state standards of education as well as creating new activities for hands-on learning in the classroom
• Update current curriculum to meet Alabama State Academic Standards
• Revise current curriculum as needed
• Create and send educational focused e-blast communications to teachers and other stakeholders
• Maintain a current database of teachers emails for the purpose of sending e-blasts and other digital communications
• Contunuing Education: Research and work toward attaining STEM Certification(s)

• Develop STEM related summer camps
• Facilitate and lead summer camps

• Supervise and deliver Boy Scout programs
• Develop new merit badge programs with the assistance of the programs manager
• Ensure volunteers hold current credentials as required by the Boy Scouts of America
• Recruit volunteers with the assistance of the Programs Manager
• Provide program specific training
• Continuing Education: Research and work toward attaining BSA Certification(s)

• Assist at the Guest Services Desk and Turn 9 Club operations
• Identify ways to engage with the community including but not limited to networking with local businesses and institutions.
• Attend community events to promote museum education programs

• Bachelor’s degree in education or relevant field.
• Three to five years experience in education or museum setting.
• Two to five years experience working with children.
• Experience with research, development, implementation, and oversight of programs for young audiences in a museum or other learning setting.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification

• Familiarity with the Alabama Course of Study and with STEM curriculum is preferred.
• Proven experience in designing class curriculum and creating hands-on educational activities with a limited budget.
• Remain current on learning theory, informal education, and child development issues.
• Ability to communicate with the public, including Museum visitors, teachers, parents/caregivers, program donors, and community members in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to master basic office skills, including Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to handle emergency situations with professionalism and competence.
• Ability to load, unload, and set up materials and equipment (up to 40 lbs). Able to stand for extended periods of time (up to 6 hours).

The Barber Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.