At Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, we are committed to using our skills as historians, archaeologists, and educators to help make systemic change in our work and in the museum field. As part of this, we have spent the past two years working to remove barriers to access and pursuing new research projects that shine a light on untold stories of women and people of color in the Champlain Valley. Yet, we recognize that there is more work to do to create space, challenge bias, and dismantle systems that reinforce inequality. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that our internal systems and management reflect our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to improving our experience with the Museum for all people who work with us and connect with us and are looking for a candidate who is excited to join us in this important work.
Qualifications
- Maturity, leadership, responsibility, patience, dependability, integrity, common sense, good judgment, positive attitude, and timeliness
- Comfortable in and on the water
- Ability to effectively manage and organize students
- Communication, decision-making, and program planning skills
- Experience as a camp counselor, program leader, or classroom teacher
- Experience or strong interest in history, snorkeling, archaeology, ecology, fishing, or metal work
- Lifeguard certification, CPR/AED, and First Aid or willingness to complete certification prior to start date
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative team skills
- An interest and commitment to DEI/representative work in museums
- A commitment to collaboration and an enthusiasm for Lake Champlain, its history, and its future
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and no excessive conflicting commitments including travel, work at other jobs, or other non-emergency leave of absence. If hired, candidate must pass a government background check prior to working with students alone.
Responsibilities
- Teach a variety of programs to students ages 6-12
- Work closely with your fellow instructor to plan, develop, and implement activities
- Use time constructively and be prepared to fill time when program plans change
- Follow the Museum’s policies both on and off the water
- Implement safety plans and maintain campus and off-site safety at all times
- Maintain equipment and storage areas
- Be a great leader and role model for students
This position will include onsite, offsite, and on water work. Work outside will occur in all weather conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Lake Champlain Maritime Museum provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.