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EDUCATION TECHNICIAN

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Washington, DC

Fulltime temporary, may be extended for up to 5 years

Starting salary: $33,269 (Grade 5)

Announcement Number: 09A-MR-295400-TRF-SAAM



This position is located in the Education Office at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and provides support in organizing and presenting virtual museum tours to students in the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA).


Major duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

·        Plans student art activities and the type of virtual tours that are best suited for the educational program requirements.

·        Reviews DoDEA visual arts standards and suggests curricula that meet educators' needs consistent with the standards.

·        Instructs docents on content and curricular goals of new tours and participates in virtual tours as appropriate.

·        Assists in fulfilling administrative and logistical requirements related to the programs including requesting reproduction rights, photography and duplication.


Evaluation will be based on the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

·        Ability to prepare education materials according to curriculum standards.

·        Ability to incorporate artwork into teaching materials.

·        Knowledge of museum education programs.

·        Ability to learn and use information technology.

·        Ability to communicate orally to prepare instructions and reports.

·        Ability to communicate in writing to give instruction or training sessions.



How to Apply:

You must apply for this position online. Please visit USAJobs.gov and reference announcement number 09A-MR-295400-TRF-SAAM for a complete online application and qualifications and evaluation information. Questions may be directed to Sally Otis, Videoconference Coordinator, OtisS@si.edu