-
7 people are interested
Education Assistant New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
ORGANIZATION: New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
7 people are interested
Education Assistant (Interpretation and Visitor Services)
Description of Duties:
This position is based at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve New Orleans area sites. The Education Assistant assists the Education Specialist in a variety of tasks that relate to providing interpretive programs to educational and school groups for K-12 students. Independent projects may be possible as time allows, and college internship credit may also be possible according to individual institutional guidelines.
Benefits to Park Volunteer:
- Experience working in a national park setting
- Accumulate community service hours to meet many local university graduation requirements
- Enhance public speaking and communication skills
Position Expectations:
- Volunteers will use computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite to provide office/clerical support
- Volunteers will assist with research and curriculum development using the Common Core Curriculum and Louisiana Department of Education Grade Level Expectations
- Volunteers will assist in developing and implementing environmental, natural, and historical education programs, help with camping programs, outdoor education and field trips.
- Volunteers will provide support with teacher workshops
- Volunteers will meet/greet the public and provide information about the park
- Volunteers will assist with grant writing and research
Knowledge/Skills/Experience Desired:
- Volunteers must have experience working with K-12 grades in formal or informal education settings.
- Preferred applicants will have at least 12 college hours in education/teaching in any field of study.
- Recent graduates and/or retirees are also welcome to apply. You must possess a valid driver’s license.
- High motivation, flexibility, and a good sense of humor are also desirable attributes.
- Volunteers should be knowledgeable in education, history, science, math, or technology.
Special Requirements:
Supervision:
Education Assistants will work under the supervision of the Education and Training Specialist.
Work Environment:
Work is performed mostly in an office setting but sometimes may be required to give tours in an outdoor setting.
Supervisors: Dora Martinez
Project Duration: Year round
Hours per month: Varies
More opportunities with New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Location:
916, New Orleans, LA 70116, US
Mission Statement
In 1987, the 100th U.S. Congress resolved that "Jazz is hereby designated as a rare and valuable national American treasure to which we should devote our attention, support, and resources to make sure it is preserved, understood and promulgated." The park's mission is to serve the nation as a global leader in the promulgation of New Orleans jazz by enhancing and instilling a public appreciation and understanding of the origins, early history, development and progression of this uniquely American music art form - jazz. To preserve unimpaired this cultural resource and it's core values for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.
Description
Located in the heart of New Orleans French Quarter, the park's primary visitor center is located at 916 N. Peters Street and is a good starting point to learn about our diverse opportunities to learn about the history and culture of New Orleans jazz. Ranger-led demonstrations, talks, video documentaries and live music are held at both our visitor center and the Old U.S. Mint five days a week. Stop by and listen for awhile. The Old U. S. Mint, located at 400 Esplanade Avenue, features a world class performance venue and jazz museum on the second and third floors.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
916 N. Peters StreetNew Orleans, LA 70116
DATE POSTED
October 20, 2015
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- General Education
- Music Arts
- STEM
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Varies