Virtual Explainer (Remote Museum Aid)
About the position
The Virtual Explainers present live, virtual demonstrations to audiences on behalf of the National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution. The position is in the Museum's Education Department under the supervision of the Gallery Programs Manager.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Virtual Explainers present demonstrations that explain various scientific principles and concepts related to topics in aeronautics and space flight and exploration.
ā¢ Our dynamic portfolio of virtual visitor experiences includes a digital planetarium show and a story time program for kindergarten through 2nd grade participants.
ā¢ Virtual Explainers also assist with developing new virtual programs.
ā¢ Virtual Explainers are scheduled for shifts Monday- Saturday, between the hours of 9am- 5pm. Hours are flexible according to your academic schedule.
Requirements
ā¢ Be at least 18 years of age
ā¢ Currently be enrolled in a degree-granting program
ā¢ Maintain a 2.7 GPA
ā¢ Provide availability for a minimum of two shifts per week. Shifts are three hours long, either morning (9 AM -12 PM ET), afternoon (12 PM - 3 PM ET), and Evening (3 PM - 6 PM ET), Monday through Friday.
ā¢ Be able to commit to, at minimum, 12-months of work with the program
ā¢ Be able to engage diverse audiences in a virtual classroom setting
ā¢ Have good written and oral communication skills
ā¢ Have consistent access to a robust internet connection, quiet work environment, reliable computer, webcam, and microphone
ā¢ Be willing to attend ongoing virtual trainings and proactively engage in self-study on topics related to aeronautics and space science
Benefits
ā¢ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
ā¢ Life Insurance
ā¢ Transit/Commuter Benefits
ā¢ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
ā¢ Annual and Sick Leave
ā¢ Family Friendly Leave
ā¢ 403b Retirement Plan
ā¢ Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships, Museum Stores and Restaurants
ā¢ Credit Union
ā¢ Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (Child Care)
ā¢ Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care)
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The Virtual Explainers present live, virtual demonstrations to audiences on behalf of the National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution. The position is in the Museum's Education Department under the supervision of the Gallery Programs Manager.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Virtual Explainers present demonstrations that explain various scientific principles and concepts related to topics in aeronautics and space flight and exploration.
ā¢ Our dynamic portfolio of virtual visitor experiences includes a digital planetarium show and a story time program for kindergarten through 2nd grade participants.
ā¢ Virtual Explainers also assist with developing new virtual programs.
ā¢ Virtual Explainers are scheduled for shifts Monday- Saturday, between the hours of 9am- 5pm. Hours are flexible according to your academic schedule.
Requirements
ā¢ Be at least 18 years of age
ā¢ Currently be enrolled in a degree-granting program
ā¢ Maintain a 2.7 GPA
ā¢ Provide availability for a minimum of two shifts per week. Shifts are three hours long, either morning (9 AM -12 PM ET), afternoon (12 PM - 3 PM ET), and Evening (3 PM - 6 PM ET), Monday through Friday.
ā¢ Be able to commit to, at minimum, 12-months of work with the program
ā¢ Be able to engage diverse audiences in a virtual classroom setting
ā¢ Have good written and oral communication skills
ā¢ Have consistent access to a robust internet connection, quiet work environment, reliable computer, webcam, and microphone
ā¢ Be willing to attend ongoing virtual trainings and proactively engage in self-study on topics related to aeronautics and space science
Benefits
ā¢ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
ā¢ Life Insurance
ā¢ Transit/Commuter Benefits
ā¢ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
ā¢ Annual and Sick Leave
ā¢ Family Friendly Leave
ā¢ 403b Retirement Plan
ā¢ Discounts for Smithsonian Memberships, Museum Stores and Restaurants
ā¢ Credit Union
ā¢ Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center (Child Care)
ā¢ Flexible Spending Account (Health & Dependent Care)
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