Museum Education Assistant

Overview

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.

 When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.

 Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

Job Description

• The Education Assistant at the Johnson County Museum is responsible for facilitating education programs for school and public audiences, providing guided tours at both museum sites, and supporting positive visitor experiences.
• This position provides support for front desk operations and general customer service on Saturdays.
• Major responsibilities include teaching programs for school groups, facilitating camps and out-of-school programs, conducting public tours, assisting with special events, and operating point of sale systems.
• The position also requires costumed interpretation as a 1904 schoolteacher at the Lanesfield Historic Site in Edgerton, Kansas. 

Starting Salary: $17/hour.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in public speaking required.  
• Must enjoy working with children and be comfortable leading tours and presenting to large and small groups.
• The ideal candidate will have strong public speaking skills, an interest in history, and enjoy working with people of all ages.
• Candidate should be a self-starter who can work independently, with a team, and in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in history, Public History, Museum Studies, or Education.
• Preferred experience in retail point of sales and cash handling. 

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.