Come be part of the story! The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden is seeking a part time Museum Educator to provide interactive experiences for K-12.
About the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden
Today’s Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden presents the period of the Mount Vernon Hotel, which was in operation from 1826 until 1833. Owned and maintained by The Colonial Dames of America, the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden offers students of all ages a first-hand glimpse into New York City history; visitors are given a rare opportunity to step back in time in a landmarked building that endures as a reminder of an important era in New York City’s history. The Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Museum Educator. We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who enjoys interacting with the public and collaborating with in-house team members. The ideal candidate can communicate effectively with individuals, families, teachers, and school groups, and is proficient in adapting tour content to the needs of our diverse audiences.
Part-Time Seasonal Role: This position is part-time (seasonal; one year) with an average of 16-24 hours per week (2-3 days per week on-site at MVHM&G), excluding holiday weeks. There is potential for additional hours to be added and occasional remote work may be considered.
Compensation: $20-$35/hour based on experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Conduct virtual and in-person school programs for K-12, college students.
Tailor tour content to align with school groups’ learning goals and classroom curriculum.
With support, adapt tour content and delivery for groups with special needs, English Language Learners, and other diverse audiences.
Maintain and monitor gallery program supplies and spaces, including touch objects, worksheets, and materials.
Assist with marketing campaigns, targeted outreach, and in building sustained community partnerships to grow our school programs audience.
Help prepare, promote, and lead programs for teachers during museum open houses.
Program preparation, break-down, and light administrative assistance as needed.
Occasionally support public programs and speaker events.
Develop programs to work virtually with homeschoolers and schools in other states.
