Education Program Presenter

Title: Education Program Presenter (Seasonal) 

Department: Education

Reports to: Education Manager

Job Type: Seasonal Part time, hourly position.

Hours of work: Flexible daytime schedule; weekend availability required.

Pay range: Starting pay: $16.00/hour

Start Date: Mid-May through August

We value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. OCM encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Mission: To engage the imagination and create excitement about learning.

Who We Are: Omaha Children’s Museum (OCM) is a mission-driven nonprofit that has enriched the lives of children for 50 years. We believe that behind every great organization are great people, and we are committed to building a team that reflects the passion, creativity, and diversity of the community we serve. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who share our vision and want to make a meaningful impact through our mission.

OCM is a vibrant, hands-on environment created to spark curiosity and inspire creativity through engaging exhibits, workshops, and events. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, educational, and joyful space that supports every child’s learning and growth. Our mission extends far beyond our walls—we strive to be a trusted community hub for early childhood development, partnering with childcare providers, teens, young parents, and early childhood advocates to support and strengthen the families of our region.

Position Summary: The mission of the Part-Time Educational Performer is to work with the Education team to create magical and memorable moments for families through performances and interactions, ensuring that every Guest has an exceptional and engaging experience The anticipated end date for this position is August 15.

Duties & Responsibilities

50% Outreach Presenter

• Perform entertaining and educational outreach programs to target audiences.
• Work with Education Team to evaluate programs for accuracy, delivery, and effectiveness.
• Keep all outreach materials and program inventory organized, cataloged, and stocked.
• Represent OCM in-person during performances.
• Work with Education team on the development of new programs and characters.
• Assist with special characters as needed.

40% On-the-Floor Education

• Perform engaging, memorized performances on STEAM, literacy, physical play, and other topics.
• Individually interact with Guests to provide a personalized experience within the museum.
• Perform daily operations (E.g. program set-up and re-set, cleaning costume pieces and props).
• Help in the evaluation and enhancement of programs to ensure quality engagement.
• Work with Education team on the development of new programs and characters.
• Assist with special characters as needed.

10% other events assistance

• Work with Education Manager to facilitate Museum Without Walls activities at events around the community.
• Interact with diverse audiences and represent OCM to the community.
• Assist with set up, facilitation and engagement during these community outreaches.
• Help to clean up, pack up and load the event materials to return to the Museum.

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Education or Theatre background preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age due to job-related requirements, including driving and off-site responsibilities.
• Successful completion of a background check required
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with good record

Competencies

• High Energy
• Sound decision making
• High level of punctuality and dependability
• Desire to interact with guests of all ages 
• Positive and adaptive attitude
• Able to take initiative
• Comfortable in front of crowd as small as 5 and as large as 200
• Able to accomplish tasks in an independent environment

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Handling materials, pulling, carrying, and pushing.
• Some outreach events are outside in various climate conditions
• A great deal of each shift is spent standing/walking
• Lifting of various materials and equipment up to 30 lbs. individually

Travel Requirements

• Driving locally to show/event locations, up to 2 hours away, in both company vehicle and personal vehicle. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the hiring process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@ocm.org.

To Apply

Please follow the application steps on our website or submit your cover letter and resume via email to HR@ocm.org, and include the job role in the subject line.