Trust Educator

Job Type: Part-time (Non-exempt)
Salary: $16.20 – $17.50 per hour
Supervisor: Manager for Education
Employees supervised: None

Work Summary:

Under the supervision of the Manager for Education, the Trust Educator will assist in the facilitation, development, and administration of K-12 educational programs. This role focuses on delivering engaging in-person youth tours and programming, on and off-site workshops, and virtual learning experiences. Additionally, this role will assist with teacher programming events and the ongoing carryout of the Trust’s mission and values.

Duties:

• Facilitate in-person youth tours and camps, workshops, and virtual programs for K-12 audiences.
• Assist in the development of programming, ensuring educational content is interactive, engaging, and aligned with learning objectives.
• Support program logistics, including prepping for tours, managing workshop supply inventory, and assisting with field trip coordination when needed.
• Contribute to outreach efforts, including administering social media accounts to promote Education programs.
• Assist in the planning and execution of additional Education Department initiatives, including summer camps, Saturday Studio content, teacher professional development workshops, and special events.
• Collaborate with program staff to maintain workshop supplies and ensure smooth facilitation of all Education offerings.

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year experience working or volunteering with K-12 audiences in formal or informal educational settings.
• Minimum two years of college-level courses in Education, Art History, Museum Studies, Fine Arts, History, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree desired.
• Experience working in a museum environment is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills with the ability to adjust communication styles to accommodate audiences of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, but ability to travel within Trust sites in the Oak Park/Chicago area is required.
• Must be adaptable and able to work in a dynamic environment as part of a team, and available to work flexible hours, including some weekends.

Environment:

Position requires frequent and regular computer and phone use as well as travel to off-site locations. Workplace is a smoke- and drug-free environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Health and Safety Requirements/Instructions:

Position requires frequent and regular telephone and computer use. Employees advised on OSHA standards through required signage and administrative updates compliant with federal and state law.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.