Museum Science and Technology Program Instructor
- Program stream:
- Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
- Job title:
- Museum Science and Technology Program Instructor
- Organization name:
- Markham Museum
- Job location:
- Markham, Ontario
- Length of assignment:
- 2018-06-04 to 2018-08-24 (12 weeks)
- Hourly wage:
- $19.04
Anticipated start date: June 4th 2018.
Period: 13 weeks, 35 hours per week
Wage: $19.04-$21.15 per hour (Grade 11, Steps 1-4)
The Markham Museum, a division of the Culture Department in the City of Markham is seeking an enthusiastic candidate for the position of Museum Science and Technology Program Instructor.
Markham Museum offers unique family and education experience, on 25 acres of parkland, featuring over 30 historic and modern buildings. Presenting the main themes of settlement as it relates to the environment, and the technologies used to adapt to life. Markham Museum connects the history of Markham to today’s new ‘settlers’ by examining our environment and the tools we use to adapt to our changing world. The 25-acre Museum site offers year-round: exhibits, school programs, public programs and events, private event venues and research facilities.
Commencing June 4th 2018 (approximate start date), this 13 week position (35 hours per week) will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to gain skills in the areas of Museum Education, Program Planning, Administration, Staff Training and Program Evaluation while contributing to the advancement of the Museum.
This position reports to the full-time Museum Program Coordinator.
Job Summary:
The Museum Science and Technology Program Instructor will work within the Programming Department and will be responsible for two areas of program development and delivery at the Markham Museum during our peak summer season. The first area this position will be responsible for is the development, implementation and delivery of new curriculum based science and technology programming for our summer camp programs. The second area of focus will be the development of two new science and technology based birthday party programs for the growing children’s birthday party market.
Job tasks include:
-Researches, develops and implements/delivers hands-on innovative and curriculum based science and technology programs for the museum’s summer camps incorporating the museum’s collections, three key themes and studio spaces (blacksmith shop, textile studio, and print shop).
-Researches, develops and implements two new science and technology based birthday party programs.
-Prioritizes participant and staff well-being, safety and protection throughout program design and training. Ensures the classroom, equipment and supplies are appropriate to the activity and environment to reduce and minimize risk to other staff and participants.
-Serves as an ambassador for the Corporation of the City of Markham, liaising with other departments/outside groups and resolving any issues with the support of the Museum Program Coordinator. Displays a heightened sense of customer service.
-Work with the Museum’s Summer Program Coordinator to train camp staff to be able to deliver general science and technology programming. Including the health & safety components of an activity and the educational theory behind the activity they are delivering.
-Provides regular updates and feedback to the Museum Program Coordinator.
-In consultation with the full-time Museum Program Coordinator and other senior members of the programming team, create training documents and lead training session for Program Instructors who will be leading the new birthday party programs.
-Along with the support of the Museum Summer Program Coordinator, control science and technology supplies and equipment inventory for activities, ensuring that all necessary supplies and equipment are ordered and received in accordance with City policies.
-Oversees and manages supply purchases and budget for science and technology supplies in accordance with City policies and budget.
-Reports all incidents promptly and thoroughly to the Museum Program Coordinator using incident/accident report forms and processes.
-Assists in the preparation of classroom and program materials as needed for the activities they are leading or designing.
-Completes all program related forms as required (i.e. accident report, maintenance work orders, etc.).
-Provide direction to staff and volunteers assisting with the program delivery.
-Completes a full report at the end of the summer including feedback and recommendations for future programming to the Museum Program Coordinator.
-Advises full-time Program Coordinator of any customer service issues, complaints or inquiries. Recommends program enhancements based on participant requests.
-Attends special events, both at the museum and off site, and outreach programs as required.
-Other duties as required.
Applicants should be a student pursuing a degree or diploma in Education, Engineering, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences and/or a related field and have:
-Experience program planning and delivering education programs;
-Knowledge of trends in STEAM Education and of specific museum/camp themes;
-Strong leadership, instructing, customer service and administrative skills;
-Superior communication and organization;
-Excellent writing skills;
-Have a general interest in Museums, Science Centers and informal education;
-Aptitude to deal directly with the public and participants of various ages in a professional manner;
-Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level 'C', and High Five PCHD certifications;
-Ability to provide an up to date Vulnerable Sector Screening form from their local police department;
-G Drivers License is an asset;
-Second language is asset.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Commitment to Diversity
Diversity is one of Markham's seven strategic priorities and we strive to develop and maintain an environment where everyone feels welcome to participate and where respect and acceptance is practiced in words and actions by all. The City of Markham is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the HR Department with your requirements. We thank all applicants who have applied, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by email.
About the Museum: Markham Museum offers unique family and education experience, on 25 acres of parkland, featuring over 20 historic buildings. Markham Museum connects the history of Markham to today’s new ‘settlers’ by examining our environment and the tools we use to adapt to our changing world. The 25-acre Museum site offers year-round: exhibits, school programs, public programs and events, private event venues and research facilities.
This community museum’s collection consists of approximately 80,000 artifacts, specimens and archival documents. We offer research services to members of the public, scholars and to the staff of other departments within the City of Markham.
Characteristics of Markham :
Located immediately north of Toronto, Markham is the largest of nine municipalities in York Region, with more than 350,000 residents and is recognized as a high growth community. As the most culturally diverse community in Canada, 69% of Markham residents were born elsewhere and 65% do not speak English or French as a first language. In addition to the Museum, the City operates the Markham Theater and the Varley Art Gallery and operates recreation facilities that were use to host four sporting events as part of the Toronto 2015 Pan Am / Para Pan Am Games.
With its innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives, fiscal accountability and focus on quality of life, Markham is a leader among Canadian municipalities. It is a dynamic, change-oriented and culturally diverse municipality with an unwavering desire for excellence. Markham takes pride in providing superior service delivery and best value for tax dollar. The City of Markham employs approximately 1,000 regular full time staff across over 20 business units, and depending on the season, is supported by 1,300 to 1,800 part time, seasonal and temporary staff.
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