Science and Nature Presenter I: Full-Time

Science & Nature Presenter I: Full-Time

About DISCOVERY Children’s Museum:

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, is dedicated to the educational enrichment of children through hands-on, interactive learning. Now celebrating its 31st year, the Museum’s mission is to foster a welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive environment where all are invited to engage in playful and educational experiences that ignite a lifelong love of learning.

Position Description:

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum seeks a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to work as part of an interpretive floor team comprised of adults and teen volunteers and interns. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while creating a mission-oriented environment with excellent customer service and efficiency.

Supervisor/Manager:

Science & Nature Manager

Job Responsibilities:

Interact in a positive and engaging manner with teachers, students and families and explain hands-on exhibits. Present interactive and educational demonstrations and assist with the development of special activities. Must have dynamic presentation skills and be willing to present public programs to large audiences inside and outside of the Museum setting. Support volunteers throughout the Museum. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for children and learning and will have experience working in the field of Science and Nature Education.

Experience/Qualifications:

High school diploma required. Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a Science and Nature discipline or related discipline preferred. Teaching experience highly desired.

Physical Requirements:

Include and are not limited to light and heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), sitting, bending, walking and standing.

Standard Schedule:

Monday: OFF

Tuesday: 9:45am – 5pm

Wednesday: 9:30am – 5pm

Thursday: 9:45am – 5pm

Friday: 9:45am – 5pm

Saturday: 9:30am – 5pm

Sunday: OFF

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and occasional evenings.

Compensation:

$14.00/hour, Benefits included (Health and dental benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan)

DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is an equal opportunity employer that values and is committed to all forms of diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.