Drayton Hall, a historic site of the National Trust for Historic
Preservation, seeks an experienced, creative, and innovative
professional as Curator Education.  Reporting to the Director of Museum
Interpretation, the Curator of Education will supervise all education
programs and interpretive staff; network with teachers and education
personnel locally, statewide, and throughout the region; oversee
education programs and the development of new programs, teacher training
workshops and institutes, and create pre-and-post visit lesson plans
that relate to all of the education programs offered.

 

*	Contribute to the overall success of Drayton Hall in achieving
its mission.
*	Responsible for the management and supervision of interpretive
staff for education programs, downtown walking tours, and other
educational initiatives. 
*	Develop new education programs, including on-line, web-based
initiatives, and monitor and evaluate existing programs, including pre-
and post-visit lesson plans and activities for teachers, ensuring that
they meet and adhere to state curriculum standards.
*	Manage all aspects of special education initiatives, providing
critical evaluation and suggestions for future improvement.  
*	Network with school teachers to coordinate Drayton Hall programs
into their pacing schedules.  Provide lesson plans related specifically
to the education programs booked.
*	Assist with the creation and supervision of teacher workshops
and training institutes at Drayton Hall.
*	Network with local school board representatives as well as the
South Carolina state curriculum coordinator.
*	Assist in research projects relating to the history of Drayton
Hall and the Lowcountry region.
*	Assist in fund-raising and grant-writing.
*	Be a team player and have the flexibility to be able to lead,
follow, and support colleagues in a tactful, positive way.  

 

Bachelor's Degree in education, museum education, public history, or
related field required, Master's degree strongly preferred. At least
three years experience in classroom teaching and/or conducting public
history and educational school programs with direct experience creating
and developing such programs. At least one year supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of history and its connections to other disciplines
preferred. Must have strong oral and written communication skills.

 

Please send a resume and cover letter to Drayton Hall, Department of
Museum Interpretation, 3380 Ashley River Road, Charleston, SC 29414.  


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