Title: Teacher Programs Intern

State Role Title: 

Hiring Range: 13.50

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Location: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Agency Website: www.jyfmuseums.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Teacher Programs

The Teacher Programs team is part of the larger Learning and Community Engagement Department and focuses on providing professional development, research, resource and networking opportunities for educational professionals through in-person, and virtual programming. They also work with and support educators through the creation of lessons and other resources teachers can use in the classroom.

Job Duties

The Teacher Programs intern will provide support for the JYF Teacher's Institute this Summer. Primary responsibilities will include assisting with program logistics, researching and creating content driven social media posts for the Teacher Facebook and Instagram pages, updating education website and resources for educators, and assembling Classroom Resource kits for purchase through our museum gift shops.

Minimum Qualifications

Strong organizational and logistical planning skills
Demonstrated ability to research and write for students and educators
Knowledge of current teaching methodology
Strong communication skills to include oral and active listening
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 360
Interest in promoting educational programs and content through social media

Additional Considerations

Must be currently enrolled in or have recently completed at least 1 year in a higher education or a skilled trade or a tech program.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Raeven Chatman

Phone: 757-253-4302

Email: Raeven.chatman@jyf.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.