Title: Educator and Resource Coordinator

Description:

Educator promotes the Florida Holocaust Museum to schools, district administrators and teachers in the public and private schools of the counties of responsibility. Develops and presents in-service programs for all K-12 teachers in cooperation with the Curator of Education. Creates curricula and resources for specific educational initiatives. Handles teaching trunk bookings, inventory, and shipping arrangements.  Requirements: Must be able to lift 30 lbs or more, pay attention to details. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet with Principals, Administrators, Department Heads and appropriate Faculty to build/maintain positive cooperation and promote the resources of the Florida Holocaust Museum
• Prepare and facilitate teacher trainings/workshops with the use of teaching trunks and appropriate materials
• Create curricula and resources for specific educational initiatives
• Prepare and present at selected conferences/summer programs
• Book and coordinate all aspects of trunk management and scheduling of pick-ups and deliveries
• Review and make recommendations regarding materials and resources

·         Supervise and inventory trunk contents prior to and after shipping and monitor physical condition of trunk cases

·         Update and regularly use an online platform of the FHM, including trunk reservation module, resource module, and reporting tools

·         Serve as a docent when needed

Supervision: Curator of Education

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

Ø    Ability to devise and carry out educational programs

Ø    Knowledge of museum education techniques and resources

Ø    Skill in oral and written communication techniques appropriate to various educational levels and objectives

Ø    Knowledge of the objectives, curricula and operations of school systems and other educational institutions

Ø    Experience in creating curricula and resources for educational initiatives

Ø    Knowledge of the history of the Holocaust and other genocides

Ø    Knowledge of educational evaluation methods

Ø    Skill in using research techniques

Ø    High level of self-organization and self-discipline

Ø    Familiar with Microsoft Office, and knowledgeable in PowerPoint application

Ø    Able to focus on detail

Ø    Excellent interpersonal skills.

Experience:

Three years in a museum education department or other educational institution. Additional administrative experience in a related field is desirable. Prior training and work in the field of Holocaust/genocide studies.

To apply:

Resumes with cover letter should be sent to: [log in to unmask]

No phone calls regarding position

The Florida Holocaust Museum

55 Fifth Street South

St. Petersburg, FL 33701

www.flholocaustmuseum.org