Part-time Museum Teacher, Pierce House and Quincy House

Classification: Part Time (3.5-20 hrs/week)

Location: Pierce House, Dorchester, MA, Quincy House, Quincy, MA

Description:

The museum teacher is responsible for teaching school and youth programs at the Pierce House, Quincy House and in the community. The primary goal of the museum teacher is to provide the greatest access to Historic New England through high quality school and youth programs.

Responsibilities:

The museum teacher’s primary responsibility will be to team teach school and youth programs at Historic New England house museums in the Boston area, as well as outreach programs at schools and youth organizations in the Greater Boston area. Programs are offered to pre-school and elementary school aged students and emphasize an interactive, hands-on approach to learning history. The museum teacher will also be responsible for related tasks, including opening and closing museums, cleaning museums, setting up and breaking down programs, receiving program monies and evaluations and reporting daily attendance numbers. The museum teacher will also assist the School & Youth Program Manager with some administrative duties and monitoring and preparing program supplies. The position offers 3.5-20 hours of work per week.

Qualifications:

A minimum of a B.A. in American history, education, museum studies or relevant field.  Experience working with children is required. Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in all responsibilities and activities. Ability to drive and a valid driver’s license is required.

Date Available: Immediately

Historic New England is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.