Description:
As a Learning Facilitator, you will be an important part of bringing Alberta's history to life, creating meaningful experiences, and exceptional programs through:
- Researching into interpretive/educational best practices and audience needs
- Fostering and leading program development of experiences and programs for all audience types including children, school groups or general public.
- Delivering engaging and dynamic experiences using several techniques including but not limited to hands on activities, inquiry-based presentations, games, tours, and virtual programs where appropriate.
- Evaluating programs for impact of learning outcomes, participant satisfaction and program improvements.
- Engaging and networking with diverse communities to create relevant programming.
- Working with the Indigenous Engagement team to ensure reconciliation is in the foundation of all program’s ethos.
Qualifications
University graduation in a related field (Education, Museum Studies, Science Communication, Indigenous Studies, or related field), plus a minimum of 2 years progressively responsible related experience in interpretive or educational program development and delivery at museums, interpretive centers, or children’s museum. Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of directly related education or experience on a 1:1 basis.
You will possess the following:
- Sound knowledge of current interpretive techniques, teaching and presentation of exhibits and programs to multiple audiences.
- Knowledge of Alberta's human and natural history, including Indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing.
- Ability to link diverse subject matter to a variety of ages, themes and experiences ensuring they are engaging, relevant and built on learner's expectations.
- Computer Literacy in Microsoft 365 suite and internet
- Ability to lift 50lbs and spend extended hours walking and standing