Explore the Past to Preserve the Future!
As an ArchaeoCorps Service Member in the AmeriCorps program at the Archaeological Research Institute (ARI), your purpose is to actively contribute to the organization’s mission through responsible, ethical, and methodical archaeological research and public education. Your responsibilities will involve assisting in archaeological research both in the field and lab, educating the public about archaeology, land stewardship, and the significance of preservation, as well as managing various aspects of the organization’s operations. You will work closely with interns, students, volunteers, and visitors in public archaeology programs, ensuring their understanding and active involvement. All service member positions will encompass a combination of public interpretation, fieldwork, and lab work, with a primary emphasis on engaging the public.
Position Description:
The Educational Program Assistant is responsible for managing ARI educational programs at the learning center and the Guard Archaeological Preserve (GAP). They assist with the coordination of activities and experiences, ensuring that there is sufficient equipment, staff, and materials to provide visitors with a high-quality educational experience. The assistant supports the Educational Program Manager and aims to inspire visitors to return, make donations, support the preservation of at-risk archaeological sites, and become ARI members.
Reports to:
- Director of Programming (DP)
Works with:
- Educational Program Manager
- ARI Staff
- ArcheoCorps Members
- Certified Volunteers
Manages:
- ARI Volunteers
- ARI Visitors
Responsibilities:
Assist the Educational Development Manager with the following tasks:
- Operations:
- Drive the shuttle for scheduled visitors and camps.
- Identify opportunities for volunteer assistance in upcoming educational programming events.
- Review reservations for events and experiences and plan accordingly.
- Review programs and plan equipment and staff needs accordingly.
- Assist with GAP event and program setup.
- Track metrics for events and collaborate with the Director of Development and Marketing (DDM), Director of Programming (DP), and Executive Director (ED) to determine the metrics to track.
- Notify the volunteer coordinator of volunteer opportunities two weeks in advance, specifically on Thursday afternoons.
- Manage iPad devices, including charging, testing, ensuring proper functionality, and notifying the Director of Programming (DOP) of any adjustments required.
- Manage logistics of educational programming with the help of leadership and junior leadership, including personnel, equipment, vehicles, educational handouts and materials, activities, educational outcomes/goals, and understanding of end users/target market.
- Marketing & Digital Education
- Assist with digital education content creation and idea generation.
- Capture photos/videos of all events and experiences.
General Educational Programming
Tiny Trowlers:
- Prepare and educate educational programs for children aged 3-5.
Junior Archaeology Experiences (Lab & Field):
- Prepare and execute educational programs for visitors, members, and students.
- Coordinate the execution and reset of all program materials and equipment.
- Prepare educational programs with the Director of Programming (DP) to align with educational goals.
- Coordinate with the Director of Archaeology (DA) to ensure programming reflects accurate archaeological data and methods.
- Research experimental archaeology avenues to explore in programming and work with the Experimental Manager to develop the educational portion of the programming.
Youth Archaeology Club Leader (YAC):
- Develop and execute monthly educational programs.
- Communicate schedules and send monthly updates and reminders to members and their parents.
Rexplores Guard – Augmented Reality Tours:
- Serve as the secondary AR Tour leader.
- Train other staff and volunteers to lead the tour.
Day Camp Management:
- Assist the Director of Programming (DP) and Educational Program Manager (EPM) in planning and implementing educational programming for day camps, aligned with the theme and educational goals.
- Lead the day camp and identify the need for additional staff and volunteers, assigning roles and tasks accordingly.
Adult Programming:
- Prepare and execute educational programs for visitors, members, and students.
- Coordinate the execution and reset of all program materials and equipment.
- Prepare educational programs with the Director of Programming (DP) to align with educational goals.
- Coordinate with the Director of Archaeology (DA) to ensure programming reflects accurate archaeological data and methods.
- Research experimental archaeology avenues to explore in programming and work with the Experimental Manager to develop the educational portion of the programming.
Volunteer Management:
- Assist with ARI volunteer events.
- Assist with volunteer training
- Assist in managing volunteers for ARI events located at the GAP
What are the Learning Outcomes of this experience?
By the end of this service experience, members will be able to:
- Engage the public through educational activities and experiences
- Explain the process of archaeological research through field excavation and lab work
- Speak effectively and engagingly to large audiences
- Manage projects from beginning to end
- Gain skills in planning, research, program development, logistics, and non-profit operations
What is the position length?
Timeframe of Position:
September 2023-August 2024 OR January 2024 to August 2024
What are the Requirements?
- At least 18 years of age
- Must be a US Citizen
- Be able to:
- occasionally lift and/or move up to 30lbswork in adverse weather conditions
- walk briskly and over uneven terrain
- stoop, kneel, reach, crouch, or crawl to perform essential job duties
- sit or stand for a prolonged period
- Pass a federal background check
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties
Compensation:
- Living Stipend $14,400 (monthly installment payments paid twice per month)
- Education Award: $3,447.50 (Granted upon completion of your contract)
Schedule:
- Schedule varies by season and bookings
- General Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9am to 5pm
- Mandatory Public Days: Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays 9am to 5pm
- Evenings and special event dates as scheduled
AmeriCorps Service Contract
- Serve 900 hours within your 9-month or 12-month contract
- Complete 12%-20% of training hours within your 900 hours
