Part Time Educator - Immediate Opening

Looking for a unique teaching experience? Would you like to spark curiosity and make a difference in a child’s life? The Children’s Museum is seeking an energetic, creative, part time Educator to develop and teach content-rich, hands-on museum programs to a wide variety of Museum audiences including schools, after school groups, Vacation Science Campers, scouts, and visitors in a fun, interactive environment. Educational programs take place both onsite and offsite so reliable transportation is necessary.

The position is year-round, 30 hours per week and includes benefits. Candidates must be flexible as working some evening hours is required.

Requirements:  Bachelors degree in Education or Science; Strong familiarity with the CT K-12 Science Curriculum Frameworks; Previous experience teaching inquiry-based science programming; Strong communication and presentation skills.

Interested candidates should send a resume, cover letter, and three references to
Director of Education
The Children’s Museum
950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT 06119
scarroll@thechildrensmuseumct.org

Facilities & Exhibits Associate

The Children’s Museum is looking for an experienced Facilities and Exhibits Associate with experience in commercial cleaning and landscaping.  Primary job duties include but are not limited to; vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, buffing, waxing, lawn mowing, snow removal, and general exhibits maintenance.  Ideal candidate will have cleaning and landscaping experience.  Schedule will be four days during the week from 6 am – 2 pm with a shift from 9 am – 5 pm on Saturday or Sunday.  Candidates must be able to work weekends and weekdays and be able to lift at least 50 lbs.  Background check required.  Please submit three references along with resume to:

Peter Claffey
The Children’s Museum
950 Trout Brook Drive
West Hartford, CT 06119
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Email: Peter
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Fax: attention: Peter Claffey
860.232.0705