Carlyle House, an eighteenth-century historic house museum committed to telling an inclusive story, located in Old Town Alexandria, seeks a dynamic, proactive, creative, hands-on associate experienced in children’s programming, working with volunteers and collections. The Education Curator is responsible for overseeing educational programs, a large roster of volunteer tour guides and support site staff in managing the collections and event rentals. This is a year-round, part time position with health insurance benefits. This position may work up to 32 hours per week.
Pay Rate: $ 20.00 per hour
Major Duties/Specific Tasks
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Works with site staff to ensure that school programs are utilizing current Standards of Learning (SOL); maintains and creates updated scout programming.
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Promotes, schedules, and teaches school and scout programs.
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Promotes and schedules group tours.
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Works with staff to plan and promote educational and interpretive programs, including school and scout programs, school outreach, public lectures, concerts, family and youth programs, and adult enrichment.
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Oversees recruiting, training, evaluating, scheduling, and supervising volunteer docents.
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Plans enrichment programs for volunteers.
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Assists the Site Manager and Site Specialist with all aspects of museum operations, including event rentals and collections management.
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Works independently and as part of a team, with regular evening and weekend hours required.
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Handles other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in history, education, historic preservation, or museum studies preferred.
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Program planning and/or delivery experience.
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Superb interpersonal skills to work with diverse audiences, the general public, children, volunteers, and paid staff.
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Strong speaking, writing, and organizational skills.
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Versatility, self-starter and enthusiasm for the work.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
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Experience in visitor and customer service, event rentals, and public programming preferred.
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Attention to detail is important.
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Ability to perform a variety of duties, including light custodial tasks.
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Strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring positions.
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Excellent communication skills, via phone, email, and in person.
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Experience in small museum operations is a plus.
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Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
