Learning Facilitator - LTE

Position Summary

Learning Facilitators at the History Maker Space are responsible for leading dynamic experiences for a diverse range of PK-12 students and teachers through field trips, virtual learning, and in-classroom programs. Utilizing creative engagement methods, Learning Facilitators deliver educational programs that are based in historical literacy to create connections between past and present and foster civic participation.

Demand for educational programming during the  school year has been growing! This position will help the History Maker Space Education Team engage visiting school groups from across the state for the remainder of the school year.

Learning Facilitators report to the Director of PK-12 Education.

Duties:

* Facilitate learning experiences for PK-12 audiences through field trip, virtual, and in-classroom programs.

* Ensure all programs are accessible for learners with diverse needs.

* Support development of learning resources and planning for PK-12 programming and, family programs, and summer camps.

* Provide administrative support for booking and checking in groups, processing payments, tracking daily attendance, and coordinating movement of groups through learning spaces.

* Organize and set up materials required for PK-12 educational programs.

* Arrange learning spaces to accommodate program and other school group needs.

Salary Information

Pay is $16.00 per hour with a weekend differential of 80 cents per hour. This classification is in schedule and class 13-04.

Please note this is a Limited Term Employment position so it does not include paid time off or benefits upon hire.

Job Details

A criminal background check will be conducted by WHS prior to an offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.

This is a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position and limited to 1,039 hours. This position will be part time and average 15-20 hours per week.

Wisconsin residency is required for Limited Term Employment positions.

Limited Term Employment (LTE) positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to permanent civil service classified positions and do not lead to permanent status.

WHS does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Certain positions within WHS may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

* Enthusiasm for teaching and engaging students in the study of history and civic engagement in an informal learning environment.

* Must be available to facilitate at least two programs each week, a minimum of 4 hours, between 8:00am and 4:00pm Monday through Friday.

* Experience working with PK-12 groups and/or developing learning experiences for these audiences preferred

* Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively engage with large groups.

* Ability to use a computer and possess working knowledge of word processing and database software.

* Ability to meet deadlines and arrive on time.

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Final date to receive applications

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.