Museum Educational Program Instructor

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 3rd consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers, and ranked in the top three for Government Services by Forbes and Statista Inc The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader that stands out from other Canadian municipalities. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability. More than 353,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

**Join us and make a lasting difference**

**Job Summary**
***The Museum Science and Technology Educational Program Instructor will work within the Programming Department and will be responsible for the planning, supervision, and delivery of exploration-based, hands-on history and science education programs for children ranging from 4 to 13 years of age.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- 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.
- Assists with the development of new curriculum based science and technology education programming and the updating/revamping of current programs.
- 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 Summer Camp Director. Displays a heightened sense of customer service.
- Work with the Museum Summer Camp Director to train camp staff to be able to deliver general science and technology programming in a safe and fun manner.
- Participates in all required training sessions and delivers program content as directed.
- Provides regular updates and feedback to the Museum Program Coordinator.
- Oversee the science and technology supplies and budget for activities, ensuring that all necessary supplies and equipment are ordered and received in accordance with City policies.
- Assists in the preparation of programming materials as needed.
- Completes all program related forms as required and reports all incidents promptly to the Program Coordinator.
- Provide direction to volunteers and staff assisting with program delivery.
- Assists in ensuring a safe environment for all participants and reports any potential hazards to the Museum Summer Camp Director and/or the Program Coordinator.
- Completes a full report at the end of the summer including feedback and recommendations for future programming to the Museum Program Coordinator.
- Other duties as required.

**Requirements**:

- Pursuing or completed a post-secondary education in Education, Engineering, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences and or another relevant degree.
- Previous experience presenting programming to schools and public audiences; as a historic interpreter or a guide at a historic site or animator at a Science Center, etc.
- Knowledge of interpretive and educational practices are an asset.
- Minimum age of 16 years old at the start of employment
- Up-to-date Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ and High Five - PHCD are required.
- A new Vulnerable Sector Screen form is required.
- G Drivers License is an asset.
- Knowledge of Ontario Curriculum is an asset.
- Strong verbal/written communication skills, customer service skills and sensitivity to interact with a diversity of Museum patrons in a courteous and efficient manner;
- Strong leadership, program planning, instructing and organizational skills;
- Able to learn and teach a range of activities from a traditional skill such as blacksmithing, weaving and printing to environmental science is an asset;
- Enjoys meeting and talking with people of all ages;
- Enjoys sharing knowledge and skill with others;
- A second language an asset, particularly French.

**Core Behaviours**
- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovation**: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relationship Building**: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- ** Communication**:Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- ** Accountable & Results Oriented**:Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
- ** Management & Leadership**:Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

All offers of employment for this position will be conditional on a satisfactory reference check and a vulnerable sector check. All required certifications must be in go