Education Specialist - Museum jobs in Tennessee
Education Specialist - Museum conducts research activities concerned with educational programs and services in a museum. Creates and distributes educational materials and publications for museum visitors and may be responsible for conducting staff training sessions. Being an Education Specialist - Museum may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Education Specialist - Museum occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Education Specialist - Museum typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Fall 2024 Museum Education (Paid) Intern
- Country Music Hall Of Fame and Museum
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Nashville, TN
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Description
Internship: Museum Education (Paid)
For application deadlines and internship dates, please visit: Countrymusichalloffame.org/support/get-involved/internships.
Museum Overview: Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum documents and interprets the history of country music—a musical genre and culture central to the identity of the city, the state, and the nation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Museum proudly combines subject expertise, ambitious research, and preservation of an unparalleled collection with expressions of creativity in music, art, and history. The Museum collects artifacts that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music and provides diverse learning opportunities through educational programs, publications, and exhibitions. The core exhibit follows the story of country music from its folk beginnings through its evolution as a commercial art form. Rotating exhibits examine a broad range of topics, from country classics to contemporary and emerging artists in American Currents. The Museum owns Hatch Show Print, a letterpress print shop opened in 1879, and it operates Historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis Presley and many others recorded.
Internship Program Overview: The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum offers paid internships to full-time college students (undergraduate and graduate) that advance the educational goals of the intern and help to promote the Museum’s mission. The Museum’s internship program offers work-based learning opportunities that introduce college students to museum-related careers and other professions found in large cultural organizations. Internships are designed for a maximum commitment of 25 hours per week for 12 weeks with consideration given to individual university requirements. Additional adjustments to the 12-week, 25-hour schedule will be at the discretion of the internship supervisor. Educational programs which operate on a quarterly basis may be accommodated. Motivated students who are seeking hands-on experiences in a team-oriented environment will find excellent opportunities at the Museum.
The application process for prospective interns includes the submission of:- An online application for the specific internship you are applying for via our internal hiring system
- A resume
- A one-page cover letter; it is recommended that your cover letter explain how your education and experience will contribute positively to this internship and how this internship relates to your academic pursuits and/or career goals
- The hourly rate for this position is $15/hr. for students pursuing a bachelor's degree; $18/hr. for students pursuing a master's degree or higher
- Free 24/7 downtown parking or WeGo bus pass
- Complimentary admission to the Museum for yourself
- Two complimentary Museum admission passes for friends and family use
- Free guided tour of Hatch Show Print, Historic RCA Studio B, and the Museum’s galleries
- Discounts at Museum stores and restaurants
- Free or discounted entry to local venues including: National Museum of African American Music, the Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and more!
- Fun, friendly, and supportive learning environment
Departmental Overview: Charged with the mission of educating varied audiences about country music, the Education and Community Engagement Department develops programs and resources that illuminate the stories, themes, and music explored in the Museum’s galleries. Serving nearly 100,000 people per year through 1,100 programs, the Education and Community Engagement Department supports students of all ages, from school groups and families who engage in hands-on learning activities to general Museum guests who experience performance presentations during their visit. A creative and curious team, staff is composed of traditional and nontraditional educators, including classroom teachers, visual artists, historians, Museum educators, and professional musicians. Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum educators share a passion for country music, popular culture, and lifelong learning and regularly collaborate to develop and implement dynamic educational offerings commensurate with one of the most-visited history museums in America.
Museum Education Internship Overview: The Museum Education internship is designed for a commitment of 20 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks, flexible within Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT. This internship's goal is to engage in a variety of interdisciplinary educational experiences in a museum environment through both School Programs and Youth and Family Programs departments.
School Programs provide dynamic, interdisciplinary learning experiences that support curriculum standards in core subject areas, such STEAM, College and Career Readiness, English Language Arts, Social Studies, Social and Emotional Learning, and fine arts curriculum for grades pre-K – 12. Youth and Family Programs seek to educate young Museum guests and families through hands-on programs, including art making, dance, design, music instruction, and preschool-specific programs in the Taylor Swift Education Center and through off-site programs in community settings.
The Museum Education intern will receive hands-on training from Museum educators, and they will interact directly with student, teacher, and family audiences. The intern will assist with program delivery and facilitation, support program preparations, facilitate administrative tasks, support evaluation and assessment, attend team meetings, and research and develop resources to support programming.
Specific Internship Duties:- Assist the School Programs coordinator in daily activities such as preparing and facilitating student and family programs in the Museum galleries and classrooms
- Support Community Outreach programs in off-site settings like libraries, parks, and festivals
- Set specific, personal goals and work with the School Programs coordinator to achieve them
- Develop and practice interdepartmental communication skills and general professionalism
- Perform administrative tasks as needed
Minimum Requirements:- Currently enrolled, credit-seeking, and/or degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate student
- Interest in experiential/museum education, music, American history, and youth-focused program development, with course work in a related field
- Experience or course work in education, history, and/or the fine arts
- Knowledge of country music, or willingness to learn
- Experience working with children and/or teaching
- Ability to multitask and solve problems
- Upbeat and energetic
- Be available to work 20 hours per week, flexible within Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive in and around Nashville for community outreach programs
- Lift 25 lbs. or less
Please upload a resume and cover letter when applying for this position.
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the varied attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that make each person unique, and we believe that fostering a culture of inclusion is essential to institutional excellence. The Museum promotes an environment of respect, communication, and understanding, while actively seeking opportunities to learn about and establish practices that further facilitate equity. The Museum does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, political affiliation, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or characteristics, age, membership in an employee organization, military or veteran status, or other non-merit factor. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
We are a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all qualified candidates to apply for open positions. The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its staff and visitors. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and employment verification, including federally mandated E-verify processes, as required for position.
Due to the high volume of applications received for internships, hiring managers may only contact you if they are interested in scheduling an interview. Please refrain from calling to inquire about your status in the search.
Visit Countrymusichalloffame.org/support/get-involved/internships for further details about the application process, including important deadlines.
Applications are only accepted online on our career page: Countrymusichalloffame.org/careers. - 8 Days Ago
Museum Liason
- Musicians Hall of Fame & Museum
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
- Basic Duties: Selling Museum Gift Shop Merchandise, Ticket Sales, Welcoming Visitors, giving group tours. This position will also have optional cross-over duties for Events primarily held in the eveni...
- 20 Days Ago
Fall 2024 Museum Education (Paid) Intern
- Country Music Foundation Inc
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Nashville, TN
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- DescriptionInternship: Museum Education (Paid)For application deadlines and internship dates, please visit: Countrymusichalloffame.org/support/get-involved/internships.Museum Overview: Located in the ...
- 20 Days Ago
Events Services Specialist
- National Museum of African American Music
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
- The Events Services Specialist will oversee and manage all contracted museum events. This role will ensure events are successful and cost-effective, time constraints, and museum guidelines. The Events...
- 2 Months Ago
Titanic Museum Admissions Crew Member
- TITANIC Museum Attractions
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Pigeon, TN
FULL_TIME
- TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAdmissions Crew MemberDo you have a passion for sales? Do you desire to provide exceptional customer service? Let us...
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Education Specialist
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee
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Madison, TN
PART_TIME
- Job DescriptionDo you have a degree in Education with a certification and licensed to teach in Tennessee? Are you looking for part-time work with full-time pay? Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee ...
- 8 Days Ago
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- University at Buffalo
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About Tennessee
Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River.
The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
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Income Estimation for Education Specialist - Museum jobs
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