Illinois City / County Management Association (ILCMA)
City of Elmhurst, PT Museum Education and Program Assistant
Illinois City / County Management Association (ILCMA), Elmhurst, Illinois, United States, 60126
Job Title: Part-Time Museum Education and Program Assistant
Department: Museum
Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave
Summary This position presents museum programs designed specifically for the K-12 school audience for the Elmhurst History Museum (EHM) and the Churchville Schoolhouse to meet professional standards and local audience needs, as well as assists with the facilitation of public programs. The position works with the Curator of Education and Public Programs to present museum school program lesson plans and appropriate education and interpretation strategies for the museum and the schoolhouse, and maintains resources and supplies for museum education programs. The candidate is expected to keep abreast of developments in education and interpretation in museums. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Elmhurst History Museum’s Supervisor of Education Services.
Essential Functions This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification. Incumbents are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance on the job are not routinely listed in the job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Leads or assists presentation and preparation of children and family programs at the museum. These activities may include field trips, drop‑in programs, craft activities, scout projects, performances and special events.
Prepares and presents interpretive programming at the Churchville Schoolhouse.
Leads existing virtual programming options online when requested.
Implements existing museum educational programs and contributes to plans for new programs or changes to existing programs based upon needs and applied experience. This includes onsite programs at the museum, off‑site programs throughout the community and virtual programs online.
Assists the Supervisor of Education Services and the Museum Director in effective utilization of volunteers, interns and other support staff as it relates to museum-sponsored school programs and projects.
Directly supports the role of the Supervisor of Education Services in promoting educational services of the Elmhurst History Museum. Gathers program feedback and input regarding customer needs. Provides suggestions in program and curriculum improvement based upon applied experience, teacher and student reaction and receptivity.
Acts as a counselor during full‑day Museum Explorers Camp for one week during the summer, including concentrated preparation time in the weeks prior.
Other duties as necessary.
Qualifications Education & Experience: Two years of college‑level course work; and three years of administrative experience providing support to management staff; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Illinois driver’s license.
Physical/Mental Requirements Described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a school or museum environment.
Ability to engage in regular and recurring physical activity in arranging educational displays and in transporting museum artifacts, educational materials and presentation equipment to schools, local community sites and various museum facilities.
Strength to lift and carry up to 30 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Work is performed at the Elmhurst History Museum facility, Churchville One‑Room School, public and private schools, other locations in the community or surrounding communities, or online as needed. Minimal exposure to noise, some exposure to dust and variations in temperature.
Knowledge and Skills
Preferred experience in delivery of educational programs in informal environments, museum and classroom settings.
Knowledge of or willingness to learn Elmhurst history, Illinois history and American history.
Ability to present museum programs in an effective manner to various audiences, particularly to young audiences, both orally and in writing, and virtually via online meeting platforms.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with museum peers, museum volunteers and teachers/educators in mutually preparing for quality learning experiences for K‑12 students.
Self‑starter with ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Possess basic computer skills, particularly use of Microsoft Word. Additional preferred experience in PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
Salary & Benefits
Grade: A2
FLSA Status: Non‑exempt, up to 18 hours/week
Benefits: Includes paid time off and paid holidays.
Safety Functions
Becomes familiar with and observes all applicable safety and security policies and procedures.
Immediately reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor.
Reports all accidents to supervisor immediately.
Obeys and adheres to all safety rules and work practices.
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Department: Museum
Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave
Summary This position presents museum programs designed specifically for the K-12 school audience for the Elmhurst History Museum (EHM) and the Churchville Schoolhouse to meet professional standards and local audience needs, as well as assists with the facilitation of public programs. The position works with the Curator of Education and Public Programs to present museum school program lesson plans and appropriate education and interpretation strategies for the museum and the schoolhouse, and maintains resources and supplies for museum education programs. The candidate is expected to keep abreast of developments in education and interpretation in museums. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Elmhurst History Museum’s Supervisor of Education Services.
Essential Functions This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents within this classification. Incumbents are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance on the job are not routinely listed in the job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Leads or assists presentation and preparation of children and family programs at the museum. These activities may include field trips, drop‑in programs, craft activities, scout projects, performances and special events.
Prepares and presents interpretive programming at the Churchville Schoolhouse.
Leads existing virtual programming options online when requested.
Implements existing museum educational programs and contributes to plans for new programs or changes to existing programs based upon needs and applied experience. This includes onsite programs at the museum, off‑site programs throughout the community and virtual programs online.
Assists the Supervisor of Education Services and the Museum Director in effective utilization of volunteers, interns and other support staff as it relates to museum-sponsored school programs and projects.
Directly supports the role of the Supervisor of Education Services in promoting educational services of the Elmhurst History Museum. Gathers program feedback and input regarding customer needs. Provides suggestions in program and curriculum improvement based upon applied experience, teacher and student reaction and receptivity.
Acts as a counselor during full‑day Museum Explorers Camp for one week during the summer, including concentrated preparation time in the weeks prior.
Other duties as necessary.
Qualifications Education & Experience: Two years of college‑level course work; and three years of administrative experience providing support to management staff; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Illinois driver’s license.
Physical/Mental Requirements Described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a school or museum environment.
Ability to engage in regular and recurring physical activity in arranging educational displays and in transporting museum artifacts, educational materials and presentation equipment to schools, local community sites and various museum facilities.
Strength to lift and carry up to 30 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Work is performed at the Elmhurst History Museum facility, Churchville One‑Room School, public and private schools, other locations in the community or surrounding communities, or online as needed. Minimal exposure to noise, some exposure to dust and variations in temperature.
Knowledge and Skills
Preferred experience in delivery of educational programs in informal environments, museum and classroom settings.
Knowledge of or willingness to learn Elmhurst history, Illinois history and American history.
Ability to present museum programs in an effective manner to various audiences, particularly to young audiences, both orally and in writing, and virtually via online meeting platforms.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with museum peers, museum volunteers and teachers/educators in mutually preparing for quality learning experiences for K‑12 students.
Self‑starter with ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Possess basic computer skills, particularly use of Microsoft Word. Additional preferred experience in PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
Salary & Benefits
Grade: A2
FLSA Status: Non‑exempt, up to 18 hours/week
Benefits: Includes paid time off and paid holidays.
Safety Functions
Becomes familiar with and observes all applicable safety and security policies and procedures.
Immediately reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor.
Reports all accidents to supervisor immediately.
Obeys and adheres to all safety rules and work practices.
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