Museum Educator (Part Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Summary

kidSTREAM, an emerging Children’s Museum, is seeking part-time Museum Educators to deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences for children and families. Working under the guidance of the Education Supervisor, this role engages guests on the museum floor, and facilitates hands-on STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programming both at the museum and at off-site outreach events. Museum Educators create a welcoming, inclusive environment for families that inspires curiosity and joyful learning. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic communicators with a passion for informal education and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage daily visitors and facilitate positive, meaningful learning experiences during normal operating hours
• Facilitate play-based educational programs including drop-in activities, workshops, field trips, birthday parties, camps, special events, and off-site outreach
• Adapt program content and facilitation style to meet diverse ages, abilities, and learning styles
• Assist with program setup, materials preparation, and clean-up
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe spaces
• Collaborate with teammates and support volunteers during program delivery
• Provide excellent customer service as a representative of kidSTREAM
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and professional development

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience facilitating educational programs for children and families in informal learning environments such as museums, schools, camps, or community-based organizations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences
• Ability to maintain focus and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings is preferred
• Operating Hours are 10am-5pm Tues-Sat and 12pm-5pm Sunday. We ask that you provide your availability for consideration when you apply.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check required

Preferred Skills

• Current or pending degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of play-based, inquiry-driven, and experiential learning approaches
• Experience working with children, or customer centered environments
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) applicants are strongly encouraged to apply
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and assist with program setup and takedown

Our Culture & Benefits

At kidSTREAM, we believe in the power of play to transform lives. Our museum is a joyful space where curiosity is celebrated, diversity is welcomed, and families are invited to grow together. We offer:

• A fun, collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Discounts on museum admission, gift shop, programs, and events
• Paid sick leave in accordance with the CA State Law
• 403(b) Retirement plan eligibility