Inspire the Next Generation: Become a School Group Docent!
Do you want to combine your passion for teaching with your love of history? Historic Christ Church & Museum is looking for enthusiastic docents to bring the past to life for young minds! Work alongside a community of history lovers and help students in grades 1-12 discover how the story of Historic Christ Church connects directly to the broader history of Virginia.
Your Role
- Lead Interactive Learning: Engage students through fun, hands-on activities at different stations across our beautiful campus.
- Teach Creatively: Use age-appropriate content and dynamic teaching methods tailored to different grade levels.
- Support Family Events: Participate in lively, family-oriented activity days to teach the wider public about colonial Virginia.
Qualifications & Time Commitment
- Youth-Focused: You enjoy working with young people and share an interest in colonial and HCC&M history.
- The Right Mindset: An educational background is helpful, but patience and a sense of humor are much more important!
- Flexible School-Year Hours: Grade school programs run for about 3 hours in the mornings during the school year.
- Special Summer Programs: High school and university students visit for special summer programs lasting 3 to 4 hours. Preparation time varies by your experience!
Training & Support Provided
- Join our highly encouraged 3-day Spring Training sessions in March or early April.
- Built-in Guidance: We provide full lesson plans and the opportunity to shadow experienced docents during training.
- Continuous Mentorship: Receive ongoing support and direction directly from our Education Committee Chair and Executive Director.
Ready to Make History Fun?
Join our mission to educate and inspire the next generation of historians!
