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Simulator Educator
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc. —Washington, DC
- $32.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Public speaking
- Working with children
- Children
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Maker Educator
KID Museum —Bethesda, MD
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Engineering
- Research
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Museum Program Specialist
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation —Riverdale, MD
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
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Community Ecology Institute —Columbia, MD
- $24,500 - $25,750 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
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- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Supervising experience

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Simulator Educator

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc. -
Washington, DC

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Job Details

Part-time
$32.50 an hour

Qualifications

Computer operation
Learning styles adaptability
Simulator center experience
Computer hardware
Instructional adaptability
Basic firearms training

Full Job Description

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

Job Description

Position: Law Enforcement Educator (Part-time)
Incumbent: Open
Reports to: Director of Education, Programs, & Visitor Experience

Mission

The mission of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is to honor the fallen, tell the story of American law enforcement, and make it safer for those who serve.

Position Summary

The Law Enforcement Educator leads museum visitors through immersive, scenario-based training experiences that reflect real-world law enforcement decision-making; delivers engaging educational programs and tours for diverse audiences; and provides limited back-up support for visitor services.

This position is ideal for a retired law enforcement professional or trainer who enjoys working with children, educating the public, and speaking confidently to groups of varying sizes, ages, and backgrounds. Educators must be skilled facilitators who can adapt content and delivery style to meet the needs of school groups, families, community organizations, and professional audiences. This is an in-person position and the successful candidate will be able to easily travel into Washington, D.C.

Breakdown of Responsibilities

Simulator Instruction – 40%
Education & Group Programs – 50%
Front Desk / Visitor Services Support – 10%

Primary Areas of Responsibility

Simulator Instruction (40%)

Lead 15–30 minute sessions in the Museum’s two training simulators:
- VirTra Decision Simulator
- L3Harris PatrolSim Driving Simulator
Provide participants with clear explanations of training equipment and proper usage during each scenario.
Oversee scenario selection and delivery based on program type, age group, and learning objectives.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all simulation participants.
Maintain daily operation and routine care of simulator equipment.
Follow established instructional guidelines and collaborate with fellow simulator educators.

Education & Group Programs (50%)

Lead interactive educational programs, workshops, tours, and facilitated discussions for:
- K–12 school groups
- Scouting and youth organizations
- Families and general visitors
- Community and law enforcement groups
Demonstrate strong public speaking skills and the ability to engage groups of all sizes and ages, from young children to adults.
Facilitate thoughtful, respectful discussions that encourage participation and inquiry.
Adapt teaching methods to match audience age, background, and understanding of law enforcement topics.
Work collaboratively with museum staff to support shared educational goals and program outcomes.

Front Desk / Visitor Services Support (10%)

Provide limited front desk coverage, including welcoming visitors and selling museum tickets as needed.
Support a positive, professional visitor experience in a public-facing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ten (10) years of law enforcement experience preferred
Prior experience working with children or youth audiences is strongly preferred
Comfort and confidence speaking to diverse groups across a wide range of ages and backgrounds
Firearms / Use of Force Instructor preferred
Law Enforcement Driving Instructor preferred
Experience facilitating discussions with non-law enforcement audiences
Experience developing and delivering lesson plans or training curricula
Familiarity with VirTra, L3Harris, or FATS systems is a plus, but not required
Proficient with computer hardware and software
Never included on the National De-certification Index (required)
Familiarity with de-escalation instruction preferred
Strong communication skills, flexibility, and adaptability

Working Conditions

Must be able to safely operate and maintain firearms and driving simulator equipment
Position requires frequent, sustained periods of standing and/or walking
Work is performed in a public-facing museum environment during daily hours of operation
Must be available for weekday and weekend shifts
Part-time position; compensation is $32.50 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our staff, educators, and programs. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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