The Museum creates original exhibits that open in Fort Worth then travel to children's and science museums across the nation, seen by millions. Current traveling exhibits include Joshua's Journey, Risk!, and CSI: The Experience.
NOBLE PLANETARIUM – Educator
Full-Time Employment
Job Summary:
The Museum’s Planetarium Educator is responsible for educational presentations to school groups, college classes, special event clientele and our general public. Presentations include operation of our Zeiss ZKP4 Starball and Quinto Spacegate hybrid system. Onsite system training is available but planetarium operations experience is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for learning and informing others, must be comfortable with public speaking and have knowledge of astronomy and/or general science.
Basic Functions and Responsibilities including but not limited to:
operate complex computer systems
operate office software to schedule staff and generate show schedules
program Powerdome Show Manager, ZKP4, and Uniview
run system updates for Powerdome, ZKP4, Uniview, and additional computers
manage large crowds in pre-show exhibit space
communicate effectively with all guests in a pleasant and confident speaking voice
generate ideas to promote planetarium in the community
research new show material, provide notes, and/or train applicable presenting staff
monitor daily space news and read scholarly articles regarding new science discoveries
disseminate new scientific information about event and discoveries to staff, audience, media
develop hands-on activities for demonstrations in exhibit area
knowledge of national and state standards in astronomy and other sciences
availability to educators for questions regarding astronomy and other sciences
serve on designated committees within the museum
Qualifications:
bachelor degree in science or applicable field and/or qualifying experience
public school teaching experience preferred
knowledge of astronomy
valid driver’s license
ability to lift 50 pounds
ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
flexibility of work time hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays
dependability
good people skills
public speaking experience
broad computer skills
ability to multi-task
organized
detail-Oriented
effective problem solving skills
Human Resources Manager
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
1600 Gendy Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
fax: (817) 255-9354