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Description:

Dumbarton House, a Federal period historic house Museum in Georgetown, seeks a part-time Education Associate to support the coordination of Museum programs and operations. Dumbarton House, headquarters of The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America, offers visitors an opportunity to enhance their appreciation of early American history.

The Education Associate supports the Museum’s programs through the management of the Museum’s visitor experience including: youth and public programs reservations and facilitation; scheduling volunteers and part-time staff; assisting with Volunteer management; and Visitor Services oversight. The Education Associate reports directly to the Education Director.

Schedule:
•Approximately 20 hours per week, year-round.
•Times may vary, but typical hours are October-May, Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30am-3:00pm. June-September hours may vary.
•Maximum off-site 1 hour on Monday and/or Friday for urgent Museum-related communication with volunteers and program reservations.
•Occasional evening and weekend hours.

Duties:
•Manage all aspects of youth program, group tour, and public program communication, registration, and schedule;
•Oversee logistics of youth programs, including set-up and clean-up and maintaining supplies;
•Learn and teach three School programs and a minimum of three Scout programs;
•Teach one-two times each week and as needed;
•Manage all aspects and create volunteer and part-time program staff monthly schedule;
•Assist with supervision of Volunteers and part-time program staff, including producing the monthly newsletter and training;
•Oversee Visitor Center and Museum supplies and organization;
•Learn and provide adult tours as needed;
•Work cooperatively with Education staff to evaluate, coordinate, and facilitate youth and public programs;
•Attend training sessions and ongoing program meetings as scheduled; and
•Perform administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications Needed:
•Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills;
•Degree, working toward a degree, and/or comparable experience in museum education, museum studies, education, American studies, or a related field;
•Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
•Direct experience working with youth audiences;
•Strength, dexterity, and mobility to perform all duties.
•Knowledge of early American history, architecture, decorative arts a plus; and
•Experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Publisher), knowledge of databases and office equipment.

Additional Qualifications:

Preferred Characteristics of an Education Associate:
•Ability to “think on one’s feet;”
•Flexibility, enthusiasm, and an attitude of respect for working with diverse staff and visitors; and
•A sincere and genuine interest in people of all ages.

How to Apply:

Salary: $12/hour
• This is a part-time position. The incumbent is paid on an hourly basis and is not eligible for Museum benefits. Dumbarton House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To Apply:
•Send cover letter and resume to: Education Associate c/o Education Director, 2715 Q Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20007-3071; education@dumbartonhouse.org; FAX: 202-337-0348.
•No phone calls please. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.) Location: Washington, District of Columbia, 20007, United States Posted by: Dumbarton House
Job Category: Education & Training Salary: $12/hour Last day to apply: October 24, 2008 Last updated: August 25, 2008	Type: Part time Language(s): English Job posted on: August 25, 2008 Area of Focus: Art, Architecture, Music, Children and Youth, Museums and Historical Societies

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