Employment Opportunities

 

Museum Educator

 

Position Summary

The Museum Educator (ME) is responsible for providing educational experiences for students, families, and other museum visitors by interpreting the daily lives of 18th century Americans, the life of Noah Webster, and the history of West Hartford. The ME will support the mission of the Noah Webster House by providing high quality educational experiences to all visitors and accurately teaching the stories and contributions of the diverse people who have made up the West Hartford community.

Position Details

  • Part-time, non-exempt position. The ME reports to the Museum Programs Manager.
  • $15.69 per hour.
  • Flexible hours. Part time as needed. School programs tend to run weekday mornings.
  • This position is not benefit eligible, as currently defined by the NWH personnel policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Mastery of museum education program material.
  • Provide Noah Webster House Tour content to Spanish-speaking students or adults as necessary, for either onsite programs or offsite visits to schools.
  • Provide direct and hands-on experience through interaction with students of varying ages, grades, and abilities.
  • Completes set-up and clean-up for programs as scheduled.
  • Attends training sessions and other scheduled meetings.

Other Opportunities:
While not required, other opportunities may include:

  • Teaching summer camp and workshops.
  • Providing tours for walk-in visitors or groups.
  • Assisting with public programs.
  • Occasional costumed interpretation.
  • Weekend and evening hours.

Required Skills:

  • Fluency in Spanish & English is required.
  • Teaching experience highly desirable.
  • Interest/experience in early American history and/or museums.
  • Outgoing and personable demeanor, with the ability to maintain positive, professional relationships with clientele.
  • Commitment and belief in the mission of the Noah Webster House.


To Apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume to the Education Department at education@noahwebsterhouse.org.

The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is an equal opportunity employer.  No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information or any other applicable legally protected status.   The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society will consider all individuals for any position for which they are qualified and able to perform.

 

Internship Opportunities

 

DEVELOPMENT INTERN

The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society is offering an internship opportunity for individuals interested in building careers in fundraising and development. We are committed to providing interns with valuable professional experiences, mentorship, and a supportive environment to foster both personal and career growth in this field.

The Development Intern works closely with the Director of Development and the Development & Marketing teams, focusing on fundraising, membership, and marketing efforts, as well as a specific research project on fundraising trends in museums developed in consultation with the Director of Development and the Executive Director.

Proposed projects include:

  • Research on Corporate Giving platforms
  • Creation of an improved corporate matching gift portal and program
  • Identifying foundations and additional funding entities to help grow program support
  • Grant research

Function: Administrative & Clerical, Communication & Marketing, Development & Fundraising, Public Affairs & Social Media, Special Events & Festivals, Writing & Editing

Location: 10 hours, per week. Virtual; In Office; Hybrid

To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter by email to aratajn@noahwebsterhouse.org. Applications are due by June 15.