[BCMA] Education Summer Job Posting - Delta Museum and Archives Society

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Delta Museum and Archives Society
Delta Museum and Archives Society
Summer Employment Opportunity
4918 Delta Street
Position: Education Assistant
Delta, BC V4K 2V2

The Delta Museum and Archives Society (DMAS) is seeking a temporary (summer
- 12 weeks), full time (35 hrs/week) Education Assistant. 

The Education Assistant will undertake: 
- Conducting research using the Delta Museum and Archives, local libraries,
the internet, and other sources to be used in the creation of a new school
program for elementary students 
- Developing program activities, writing program scripts, and creating
program manuals for school and public programs 
- Designing and presenting outreach programs for children ages 6-12 
- Presenting educational programs for grades 5-7 
- Planning and coordinating an activity booth at community festivals and
events 
- Preparing, purchasing, and coordinating supplies and materials 
- Scheduling and coordinating program presenters and volunteers 
- Conducting program evaluations 

Qualifications: 
- University studies in history, museum studies, anthropology, education, or
related field preferred; 
- Experience working with children in a leadership role; previous lesson
planning or program development experience preferred. 
- Experience working with the public; community events experience preferred 
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; public speaking
experience preferred; 
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a high degree of thoughtfulness with
the ability to work as part of a team and independently; 
- Proficiency in MS Office; excellent organization abilities; 
- The ability to lift 50 pounds 
- Valid BC driver's license with occasional access to a car for outreach
events; 
- This position involves work with children, therefore a background criminal
records check is required; 
- Applicant must be legally entitled to work in Canada and fulfill the
requirements of the granting agencies. 

Terms of Employment: May 9 - July 29, 2016 
Work week: Monday - Friday with the occasional Saturdays as required 
Work hours: 9:00am - 4:30pm 
Rate of pay: $14.35/hour plus 4% in lieu of vacation 
All DMAS summer student employees are members of CUPE Local 454 
DMAS is an equal opportunity employer


Send cover letter and resume to: 
Gabrielle Martin, Executive Director 
Delta Museum and Archives Society 
gmartin at deltamuseum.ca 

 

The closing date for applications is Saturday, April 23rd. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position but only
candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

 

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