Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose is a fun place to work, learn and play.
What if you could wake up every day and make a difference in the lives of local children? What if you could be creative, innovative, and keep learning and growing at the same time? Sound too good to be true? Not at Children’s Discovery Museum. We strive to inspire creativity, curiosity, and lifelong learning in everything we do. We know that today’s children will become tomorrow’s visionaries and with over 150 interactive exhibits and programs, we are here to make early childhood education a joyful experience. We hire people who are enthusiastic about ensuring our visitors have a fantastic experience every time they visit – whether you’re working directly with our visitors or behind the scenes – your contribution matters and your creativity and ideas belong. So far, we’ve welcomed nearly 10 million visitors since we opened in 1990. Join our team and help us reach the next 10 million.
Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description: Position Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt. The Children's Discovery Museum Party Host serves as the main point of contact for all parties and events, ensuring an engaging and seamless experience for children and their families. This position involves planning and managing activities, setting up and breaking down party spaces, and ensuring guests have a memorable and enjoyable time. The Party Host is also responsible for closing out bills at the end of each event and addressing any issues that arise during the party. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, organized, and passionate about working with children, with the ability to adapt to dynamic situations and provide exceptional customer service.
Responsibilities:
Event Coordination:
Serve as the primary day-of contact for party hosts and guests, ensuring all event needs are met.
Manage the setup, execution, and breakdown of parties, including decorations, food, and activity materials.
Oversee party activities, including games, crafts, and other entertainment, while maintaining a fun and energetic atmosphere.
Guest Engagement:
Greet and welcome party hosts and guests upon arrival, providing clear communication about the event timeline and offerings.
Facilitate positive interactions with children and families, ensuring all attendees feel included and engaged.
Address special requests, last-minute changes, or guest concerns promptly and professionally.
Financial Management:
Handle event billing, including finalizing and closing out the bill with the party host at the end of the event.
Ensure accurate processing of payments and provide receipts as needed.
Safety and Cleanliness:
Monitor activities to ensure the safety of all attendees, especially children.
Adhere to and enforce Museum policies, including safety and hygiene protocols.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of party spaces during and after events.
How to Apply: Your complete application will include cover letter, references, and either a resume or completed Job Application. If you choose to complete the online Application, please send the additional items to:
Human Resources
Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose
180 Woz Way
San Jose CA 95110 jobs@cdm.org
Visitor Support Associate
This is a part-time, non-exempt position. The Visitor Support team performs a wide variety of duties to ensure visitors to the Museum have a clean, safe, and fun experience. This position works on the floor of the Museum and in the Museum’s outdoor exhibit, Bill’s Backyard, to sanitize routinely, to answer guest inquiries, and to enforce safety protocol. This position works closely with the public and requires a high level of communication and judgment skills. Bilingual skills are helpful but not required. Must be able to stand for a sustained long period of time.
How to Apply: Your complete application will include cover letter, references, and either a resume or completed Job Application. If you choose to complete the online Application, please send the additional items to:
Human Resources
Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose
180 Woz Way
San Jose CA 95110 jobs@cdm.org
Changes to Privacy Statement
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