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Newseum Part-time Teacher
POSITION SUMMARY:
Teachers will conduct classes and programs in a variety of settings for school
groups and the general public. Instructors will be required to learn all
Newseum curricula and adhere to Education practices and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Teach Newseum developed, on-site school programs to visiting
school groups in the classroom and exhibit space
· Lead activities with school groups and family audiences
· Work with curriculum developer to create lesson resources and
hands on activities
· Assist with researching and writing fact sheets, web content,
teacher publications and other education resources
· Assists with record keeping and booking field trips
· Maintain inventories and teaching equipment
· Assist with special events
· Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Bachelor's degree in history, journalism or education preferred
· Experience in and/or knowledge of American history, the First
Amendment and Journalism
· Computer experience and ability to learn technology based
curriculum required
· Experience working with children in a non formal education setting
a plus
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Customer service skills with visitors of all ages
· Ability to pay careful attention to accuracy and bias free content
· Must work enthusiastically, respectfully, and professionally with
a wide variety of audiences and have a passion for helping people discover and
explore history, the First Amendment and journalism
· Energetic, outgoing and friendly
· Organized, creative and flexible self-starter able to work as part
of a team as well as independently
· Ability to work some weekends, holidays and evenings
Please
send your resume, a letter of interest and three references to:
Freedom Forum/Newseum
Human Resources Department
555 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20001
E-mail:
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Maggie Crawford
Education
Manager
Newseum
555
Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.
Washington,
DC 20001
202.292.6663
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