Learning Facilitator

Title: Learning Facilitator

State Role Title: Education Support Spec II

Hiring Range: $15 per hour

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Location: Jamestown General

Agency Website: jyfmuseums.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Learning Facilitator will deliver engaging, high-quality historical education programs for student audiences at the Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Using dialogic and inquiry based teaching methods, this position serves diverse student groups, and guests through structured tours and onsite programs.

This position primarily delivers programs and provides guided tours to K-12 school groups with the majority of the work focusing on elementary age learners, and taking place during a typical school year (August-May). Most programs are scheduled Tuesday-Friday, and occasionally on weekends. While student groups are the primary focus, this team also serves adult learners and groups.

Paid training begins on September 9th, 2026. 

Minimum Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of or interest in 17th/18th century history and how it relates to today
Knowledge of or interest in current educational methodologies
Excellent customer service skills
Enjoys working with a diverse population of adults and children
Ability to learn and apply new information in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Additional Considerations

This position appeals to a range of job seekers. It is perfect for those truly looking for engaging, meaningful part time work and those seeking to grow into a professional museum and/or education career.

Successful candidates can expect paid training, flexible schedules and summers off. Those aspiring to grow their responsibilities and earning potentially will have access to growth and advancement opportunities.

Prior experience is welcome and will be taken into consideration, but is not required. We seek individuals who are engaged with history, interested in sharing knowledge, sparking dialogue, working with children, and who are willing to learn themselves.

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: Lee Shelhorse

Phone: 757-253-4553

Email: careers@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.