Employment Opportunities
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Miami
Children's Museum Overview:
The
Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) is a non-profit
educational institution dedicated to enriching the
lives of all children by fostering a love of learning
and enabling children to realize their highest
potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play
together, learn, imagine and create. The museum offers
interactive exhibits, programs and learning materials
related to arts, culture, community and communication.
Founded in 1983, the Miami Children’s Museum is a
valued community resource, which has earned an
excellent reputation through promoting a diverse and
progressive curriculum. The museum’s
educational resources include: 22,000 sq. ft. of
exhibits comprising 12 exhibit galleries; classrooms;
parent/teacher resource center; technology center; charter school; and 200-seat auditorium. |
Love children? Have a
fun and caring personality? Miami Children's Museum
(MCM) is always looking for talented, motivated,
member-focused people to fill positions as teachers;
birthday party leaders; camp counselors; gift shop
and front desk associates; building maintenance
staff; administrators and receptionists; and more.
If you would like to learn more about what it takes
to become part of our dedicated team, send your
cover letter and resume to amy@miamichildrensmuseum.org
or fax to 305-373-5431.
After-School
and Summer Program Site Co-Ordinator
POSITION SUMMARY:
Miami
Children's Museum is looking for a creative, organized,
patient, and kind person to work as a site co-ordinator for
our learning-oriented after-school and summer program. The
goal of our program is to help children grow – academically,
emotionally, and physically. This is a full-time year-round
position that includes salary, medical, dental, and vision
insurance and paid sick leave and personal / vacation days.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Supervise day-to-day
operations of after-school program at school site.
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Collaborate with other
site co-ordinators to design fun hands-on learning
activities for k – 8th graders
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Supervise collection of
program documentation, including attendance,
registration, and evaluations
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Supervise and coach
teaching staff
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Act as liaison between
school administration and program manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree strongly
preferred, especially degree in education, early
childhood, or another relevant field. Applicants with an
Associate’s degree and at least 3 years relevant
experience (including CDS Director’s Credential) may
also apply. Teacher certification preferred, but not
mandatory.
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Experience as a leader
within a team (either at a job, as a volunteer, or
elsewhere in your life)
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Experience developing
educational activities for k – 8th grade
students
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Ability to interact
positively with kids, parents and co-workers
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Ability to maintain a calm
demeanor in a variety of situations
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Demonstrated history of
reliability, punctuality and attention to details
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Reliable transportation
between museum and school site, as position requires
attendance at each.
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Sound English and Spanish
communication skills (written and verbal)
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Must be able to pass
pre-employment drug screen and federal background check.
Please send resume and cover
letter to
sarah@miamichildrensmuseum.org
or fax to 305.373.KID1 (5431).
Development Manager
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Miami
Children’s Museum (MCM), a non-profit organization, is currently
hiring for the position of Development Manager. This position
will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of the
Museum’s fundraising programs and will work closely with the
Executive Director and Director of External Relations to develop
short and long term fundraising strategies.
Responsibilities include researching individual, foundation and
corporate prospects, writing proposals, and soliciting sponsors
for annual gala.
Please send resume and cover
letter to
hannah@miamichildrensmuseum.org
or fax to 305.373.KID1 (5431).
Museum Educator (Part-time)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Miami
Children’s Museum is looking for smiling people to lead field
trip groups, host birthday parties, and interact with the public
in the museum’s galleries. This is a part-time position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experienced working with kids,
especially kids ages 3 – 12. Experience or interest in early
childhood or elementary education a definite plus
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Comfortable working with groups of
people
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Friendly and patient
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Dependable and self-motivated
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Flexible
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Able to speak and understand English.
Bi-lingual (English / Spanish) applicants preferred, but not
required.
Schedule:
Multiple
shifts available, but we are primarily looking for people who
are available weekday mornings and/or weekends (all day).
Background check and drug screen will be
conducted prior to employment.
Afterschool Program Instructors
For the following sites:
Miami Children’s Museum
Liberty City Charter School
Corpus Christi Catholic School
Schedule: 3 pm – 6 pm, Monday – Friday during the school year
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Miami Children’s Museum is looking for instructors to work with our afterschool programs, including several free programs for inner-city children. The goal of the programs is to help kids grow – academically, physically, and socially. In addition to daily literacy activities and homework help, students will work towards fitness goals, learn and practice conflict resolution and other social skills, and create works of art. Each instructor will supervise up to 15 students (each group will also have an instructor assistant).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise group of 15 students in all program activities, including arts, literacy, fitness, and homework help
- Design and implement fun and educational arts, literacy, and fitness activities for students
- Assist students with projects by working with them individually and in groups
- Complete program documentation, including attendance and activity log
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least one year experience leading groups of k – 8th students, especially in an educational setting. Experience working with inner-city communities preferred. Elementary, early childhood, or art certification preferred, but not mandatory.
- Demonstrated ability to interact positively with kids, parents and co-workers
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a calm demeanor in a variety of situations
- Demonstrated history of reliability, punctuality and attention to details
- Interest in the visual arts preferred
- Sound verbal and written English skills. Additional ability to communicate in Spanish or Creole preferred.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and federal background check.
Please send resume to Sarah Schwartz-Cuscutis,
Manager of Community
Initiatives via fax: 305-373-5431 or email:
sarah@miamichildrensmuseum.org. No phone calls, please.
Background check and drug screen will be conducted prior to
employment.
Afterschool Program
Instructor Assistant
For the following sites:
Miami Children’s Museum
Liberty City Charter School
Corpus Christi Catholic School
Schedule: 3 pm – 6 pm, Monday – Friday during the school year
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Miami Children’s Museum is looking for instructor assistants to work with our afterschool programs, including several free programs for inner-city children. The goal of the programs is to help kids grow – academically, physically, and socially. In addition to daily literacy activities, students will work towards fitness goals, and learn and practice conflict resolution and other social skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Assist group leader by preparing materials and maintaining a neat learning space
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Read activity plan to review list of supplies and classroom setup, setting up classroom for activities
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Assist students with projects by working with them individually and in groups
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Assist instructors with student supervision and behavior management
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At conclusion of activities, neaten learning space by putting away all materials, wiping tables, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Significant experience, with a proven track record, working with groups of prek – 8th graders. Experience working with inner-city communities preferred.
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Demonstrated ability to interact positively with kids, parents and coworkers
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Demonstrated ability to maintain a calm demeanor in a variety of situations
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Demonstrated history of reliability, punctuality and attention to details
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Demonstrated ability to work independently (without direct supervision) and as part of a team
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Sound verbal and written English skills, ability to communicate in Creole or Spanish preferred.
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Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and federal background check.
Please send resume to Sarah Schwartz-Cuscutis,
Manager of Community
Initiatives via fax: 305-373-5431 or email:
sarah@miamichildrensmuseum.org. No phone calls, please.
Background check and drug screen will be conducted prior to
employment.
Thank you for
your interest in Miami Children’s Museum!
Below are the
positions available at this time. Should you be interested in
applying, please send a cover letter and resume to the
correspondent for each position or you may fax your cover letter
and resume to 305.373.KID1 (5431).
No phone
calls, please.
Look forward
to meeting you soon!
Board of Directors
