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Seasonal Field Trip Tour Guide

Location: Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC
Schedule: November 25, December 2-4, December 9-12, December 16-19 (Hours 9 am-2 pm)
Compensation: Hourly, $20/hr

Organization Overview:
Hart Square Foundation preserves the nation’s largest collection of historic log structures and brings 19th-century North Carolina to life through immersive, hands-on experiences. Our mission is to share the pioneer, folk, and cultural traditions of the Catawba Valley through education, preservation, and community engagement.

Position Summary:
Hart Square Foundation is seeking enthusiastic and engaging Seasonal Field Trip Tour Guides to lead educational tours for visiting school groups at Hart Square Village. Tour Guides bring history to life for students through storytelling, demonstrations, and interactive learning, helping young visitors connect with North Carolina’s rural heritage.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead 30-minute guided tours for K–12 student groups, adapting delivery to the age and engagement level of participants. Guides will lead five groups per day, each lasting 30 minutes, through 2-3 log cabins in our collection, focusing on pioneer holiday traditions.
     
  • Interpret life in 19th-century North Carolina, including topics such as agriculture, trades, home life, and education.
     
  • Present information accurately and enthusiastically using approved talking points and educational materials provided by Hart Square staff.
     
  • Greet and orient visiting teachers, chaperones, and students with warmth and professionalism.
     
  • Ensure visitor safety and positive group management throughout the visit.
     
  • Help maintain tour spaces and props in clean and working order.
     
  • Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure a welcoming and educational experience for all visitors.

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
     
  • Friendly, patient, and comfortable speaking to groups of children and adults.
     
  • Interest in history, education, or the cultural heritage of North Carolina.
     
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently after training.
     
  • Ability to stand and walk outdoors for extended periods in various weather conditions.
     
  • Prior experience in teaching, guiding, or interpretation preferred but not required — training provided.
  • Position subject to a background check
     

Seasonal Details:

  • Positions are available during the Christmas Field Trip Season

  • Shifts are scheduled based on field trip bookings, generally Tuesday-Friday between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
     

To Apply:
Please submit a brief resume and a short paragraph about why you’d like to work at Hart Square Foundation to mya@hartsquare.com

Letter Writing Field Trip Instructor

Location: Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC
Schedule: November 25, December 2–4, December 9–12, December 16–19
Hours: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Compensation: $20/hour

Organization Overview:
Hart Square Foundation preserves the nation’s largest collection of historic log structures and brings 19th-century North Carolina to life through immersive, hands-on experiences. Our mission is to share the pioneer, folk, and cultural traditions of the Catawba Valley through education, preservation, and community engagement.

Position Summary:
Hart Square Foundation is seeking a creative and engaging Letter Writing Field Trip Instructor to lead a hands-on activity for visiting school groups during our Christmas Field Trip Season. The instructor will guide students through the process of writing a 19th-century-style letter, helping them connect to the traditions, tools, and communication methods of the pioneer era.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead 30-minute interactive sessions for K–12 student groups, guiding students through the letter-writing process using historical materials and context.
     

  • Explain the importance of written correspondence in 19th-century North Carolina and how communication differed from today.
     

  • Demonstrate and assist students in using quill pens and ink to write their own letters.
     

  • Present information accurately and enthusiastically using approved talking points and materials provided by Hart Square staff.
     

  • Greet and orient visiting teachers, chaperones, and students with warmth and professionalism.
     

  • Ensure visitor safety and positive group management throughout the activity.
     

  • Help maintain the classroom space and materials in clean, working order between groups.
     

  • Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure a smooth, educational, and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
     

Qualifications:

  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills.
     

  • Friendly, patient, and comfortable speaking to groups of children and adults.
     

  • Interest in history, education, or the cultural heritage of North Carolina.
     

  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently after training.
     

  • Ability to stand and work with small groups for extended periods in various weather conditions.
     

  • Prior experience in teaching, guiding, or interpretation preferred but not required — training provided.

  • Position subject to a backgroud check
     

Seasonal Details:

  • Positions are available during the Christmas Field Trip Season.

  • Shifts are generally scheduled Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, based on field trip bookings.
     

To Apply:
Please submit a brief resume and a short paragraph about why you’d like to work at Hart Square Foundation to mya@hartsquare.com.

To apply, please send your resume to mya@hartsquare.com