Educator, Hall of Human Origins Lab Lead Facilitator (Part-Time)
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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title |
Educator, Hall of Human Origins Lab Lead Facilitator (Part-Time) |
Department |
Education (YI) - 052 |
Position Summary |
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.
The Museum's Learning Labs are public-facing education spaces, which provide visitors with engaging, hands-on experiences in natural history through access to Museum collections and facilitated learning experiences, at no cost. The
Hall of Human Origins Educational Laboratory is a functioning research lab that explores who we are, where we came from, and what it means to be human.
The Education team is seeking a part-time Educator, Hall of Human Origins Lab Lead Facilitator to provide the highest level of facilitated experiences for families and visitors to the Museum's Hall of Human Origins (
HHO) Educational Laboratory. This includes supporting volunteer facilitators in their experiences in the room and monitoring visitation throughout the day. The Educator will maintain a standard schedule of three days per week, sometimes including both weekend days, and will spend the majority of their time working directly with visitors in the
HHO Lab.
Job duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead facilitated experiences for the general public on weekends as they explore the HHO Lab and its activities.
- Model exemplary facilitation practice for teaching assistants, MEEP interns and volunteers assigned to the exhibit and provide coaching and feedback during their shifts.
- Teach curriculum-based, guided field trip sessions for visiting middle and high school groups during the school year.
- Maintain visitation and evaluation data for the HHO Lab and serve as a first line of contact with visitors to address customer service concerns.
- Develop, in collaboration with the Learning Labs team, enhanced activities and displays that highlight the latest advancements in our understandings of Human Evolution, Neuroscience and Human Health.
- Test and develop NGSS-aligned curricula for use with visiting middle and high school groups.
- Support the maintenance of HHO Lab exhibits and scientific equipment and prep consumable materials for use in the exhibit.
- Manage communications with the Learning Labs team on maintenance needs and staffing concerns within the HHO Lab.
- Maintain availability to work weekends.
The expected salary for the Educator, Hall of Human Origins Lab Lead Facilitator is $38.54/hour. This position is overtime-eligible.
Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience. |
Minimum Qualifications |
- College-level coursework in human evolution and/or human health.
- Two years experience teaching in a formal or informal setting.
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Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree in an anthropology, neuroscience or human health field.
- Experience working with interns and volunteers.
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Physical Demands |
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
- Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
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Category |
Part-Time/Term |
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period |
40 |
Union Status |
Union |
FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
Expected Salary Minimum |
$38.54/hour |
Expected Salary Maximum |
$38.54/hour |
EEO Statement |
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law. |
Quick Link |
https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4456 |
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number |
GS886P |
Open Date |
07/03/2025 |
Close Date |
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Open Until Filled |
Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Have you completed some college-level coursework in human evolution and/or human health?
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Do you have two years of experience teaching in a formal or informal setting?
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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