Education Specialist - Museum conducts research activities concerned with educational programs and services in a museum. Creates and distributes educational materials and publications for museum visitors and may be responsible for conducting staff training sessions. Being an Education Specialist - Museum may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Education Specialist - Museum occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Education Specialist - Museum typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB TITLE: Museum Educator
REPORTS TO: Education Manager
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000
ORGANIZATION MISSION
The National Civil Rights Museum, located at the historic Lorraine Motel, honors,
and preserves the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. We chronicle the American
civil rights movement and tell the story of the ongoing struggle for human rights.
We educate and serve as a catalyst to inspire action to create positive social
change.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Museum Educator is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and academic rigor of
all Museum messages based on solid historical research. This position serves in the
capacity of both historian and teacher for the Museum. The Museum Educator works
closely with the Education Manager, Associate Curator, and the Chief of Education
and Interpretation. They may also work with other departments and occasionally with
tour guides and volunteers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
various target audiences, including for teacher training/professional
development purposes, this could also include presenting to NCRM Staff
Education Manager, Chief of Education and Interpretation, or Development
department.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
The Museum Educator performs additional functions (essential or otherwise), which may
be assigned from time to time. The position may require work on weekends, nights, and
holidays to accommodate facility programming and utilization.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL / SOCIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Requires the ability to operate general office equipment and move Museum
public as well as being able to collaborate well both inner-departmentally and
inter-departmentally. Also is strong in collaborating with external partners
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(via Zoom or Teams,) in person at the Museum or offsite in schools, libraries and
community centers for learners of all ages, from diverse backgrounds, and with
varying amounts of knowledge on the content which the museum interprets
Send resume along with cover letter to Dory Lerner dlerner@civilrightsmuseum.org