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Reading Science Center

Museum Docent

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What they do

A Museum Curator builds and maintains collections at art museums and other museums. Uses in-depth knowledge of art or other artifacts to plan displays and exhibits, advise on museum acquisitions, identify and appraise works. A Museum Director manages overall museum operations.

$59,958 / year median in Pennsylvania

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Job Description

Museum Docent Reading Science Center Reading, PA Job Details Part-time $13
  • $15 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Free parking Flexible schedule Qualifications Computer operation Spanish Customer communication Teamwork High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Working with youth Full Job Description Docent Job description
Job Summary/Objective:
The Reading Science Center is a hands-on science museum for children. Our mission is to foster a love of science through exciting and experiential STEM education for youth in the Greater Reading community. This is a part time position reporting to the Museum Assistant, available to work up to 25 hours per week. The Docent position will ensure a safe and nurturing environment for the youth in Berks County as they explore the exhibits and the Investigation Stations in The Reading Science Center, on-site field trips, after-school programming, special events and during days we are open to the public. The Reading Science Center offers flexible scheduling for employees. However, staff are required to choose from continually opening shift options for field trips, after-school programming and open hours. Hours vary from week to week, with some weeks offering up to 25 hours and others potentially offering zero hours if the employee's availability does not match up with scheduled field trips and open hours. Employees must be able to accommodate this fluctuation in hours.
Essential Functions/Duties:
Under the supervision of the Museum Assistant, the essential functions include but are not limited to: Actively guide visitors through our hands-on museum using inquiry and encouragement to maximize learning and fun during events such as: Monday/Saturday open hours Field Trips (weekdays) Birthday Parties (Saturdays) Evening events Checking patrons at Registration Gift Shop sales Field Trip prep work Competencies 1. Team-oriented
  • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with team members. 2. Communication
  • communicates directly and provides meaningful information to others to generate understanding and support. 3. Customer Service
  • delivers exceptional customer service and customer-centric solutions.
4. Basic computer skills and familiarity with Square or similar Point-of-Sale system 5. Experience and/or interest in STEM preferred. Qualifications Experience working with children. Bachelor's degree preferred but not required Must pass PA State Police, Childline Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint background checks and clearances. Additional Skills/Notes
    Safety Awareness:
    Ensuring a safe learning environment.
      Adaptability:
      Handling unexpected challenges.
      • Bi-Lingual preferred (in Spanish)
      Job Type:
      Part-time Pay:
      $13.00
      • $15.00 per hour Expected hours: 0
      • 25 per week
      Benefits:
      Free parking Flexible schedule
      Schedule:
      Day shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Application Question(s): Please provide 3 references.
      Education:
      High school or equivalent (Required) College degree (Preferred)
      Work Location:
      In person
      Job Type:
      Part-time Pay:
      $13.00
      • $15.
      00 per hour
      Benefits:
      Flexible schedule Free parking
      Work Location:
      In person