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Life Science Educator (Part-Time)

American Museum of Natural History
United States, New York, New York
200 Central Park W (Show on map)
Nov 07, 2024
Life Science Educator (Part-Time)

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Posting Details
Position Information


Position Title Life Science Educator (Part-Time)
Department Education (YI) - 052
Position Summary
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education and exhibition.

The Education department's Youth Initiatives (YI) group is seeking a part-time Life Science Educator to teach out-of-school programs for 6th-12th grade students in the form of camps, institutes and after-school courses. Additionally, the Educator will revise and develop curricula for those programs as needed.

The YI group, a division of the Museum's Education department, is dedicated to STEM workforce development and science enrichment for youth ages 10 to 24. In YI, we aspire to be a hub and model for youth science learning and engagement that responds to institutional and societal discrimination that prevents full participation in science by all young people. We are looking for candidates committed to this vision in working with the YI team to build a more just and equitable community of STEM learners and leaders.

Candidates must be committed to working towards this mission and open to learning and implementing equitable and inclusive pedagogical practices that elevate all learners.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Teaching YI programs (e.g., Science Research Mentoring Program, Lang Science Program, Science Alliance, high school workshops).
  • Revising/designing life science curriculum as needed through the year for the various program departments.
  • Participating in professional learning by observing classes, participating in education professional development (like attending special exhibits), DEI sessions and/or co-teaching with more senior educators.


The expected salary for the Life Science Educator is $38.54/hour. This position is overtime-eligible.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization and depth and scope of experience.
Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a life science field, education or other science field.
  • Proven knowledge and mastery of life science content and material.
  • Proven passion for youth education.
  • Prior experience working with youth ages 11 to 18.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in education or science.
  • Experience co-teaching.
  • Experience with coding, computational thinking or data science.
  • Experience with culturally-responsive and/or justice-oriented pedagogy.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
  • Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.

    • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
    • Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
    • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:

      • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
      • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
      • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.






Category Part-Time/Term
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period 40
Union Status Union
FLSA Non-Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $38.54/hour
Expected Salary Maximum $38.54/hour
EEO Statement
The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4292
Posting Detail Information


Posting Number GS822P
Open Date 11/07/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



  1. *
    Do you have a bachelor's degree or graduate-level degree in a life science field, education or another science field?

    • Yes
    • No


  2. *
    Do you have prior experience working with youth ages 11 to 18?

    • Yes
    • No




Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter


Optional Documents

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