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Job Announcement: Museum Educator (Seasonal)

The Carter County Museum (CCM), the oldest dinosaur museum and the first county museum in Montana, is seeking a summer seasonal Museum Educator.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with students in an informal museum-based setting, contribute to internationally recognized educational programs, and support the museum’s mission of advancing paleontological, archaeological and historical discovery, artistic pursuits, and public engagement.

Position Details
  • Title: Museum Educator
  • Status: Summer Seasonal (up to 40 hours/week)
  • Pay: $18/hour
  • Location: Ekalaka, Montana
  • Start Date: June 2, 2026
  • Application Deadline: April 1, 2026
Key Responsibilities
  • Promoting, facilitating, and managing the museum’s summer Junior Scientist day camp series.
  • Design and facilitation of programs for 4-H Camp week in concert with CCM Curator of Paleontology and Carter County Extension Office.
  • Design of activities for SCIFridays on subjects of art, paleontology, engineering, and astronomy.
  • Management of volunteers and associated kids activities for the Annual Dino Shindig (July 25, 2026)
  • Program facilitation during Camp Clades & Spades in concert with CCM Field & Lab Manager.
Qualifications
  • B.S. in Education, Museum Studies, Earth Science, Astronomy, Child Development, or related field OR at least four years of relevant work/museum education experience.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to engage with the public, students of a variety of ages and backgrounds, and volunteers.
  • Interest in supporting education, outreach, and social media content.
To Apply

Please send the following to Dr. Sabre Moore at smoore@cartercountymuseum.org:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume or CV
  • At least two (2) letters of academic or professional reference

Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Wednesday April 1, 2026.


Carter County Museum is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, vaccination or veteran status.

Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

The CCM offers seasonal internships and volunteer opportunities with our field crew, fossil preparation team, and museum collections. Examples of past projects include designing American Indian exhibit displays and establishing a native species garden.

Virtual internships with the CCM are offered year round and provide an opportunity to gain museum experience through remote work. Examples of past projects include designing virtual exhibitions, creating digital curation policies, and historical research.

All internships have the opportunity for academic credit. Please click the button below to contact us for more information