Hi everyone!
So I had the chance to spend some time with the education team at the Bush Museum and its amazing the things that they create and can do with the resources they have and the opportunities they have created for kids. However.....the team is a team of one and relies on volunteers! Has this been true of any of you working with the education team at your internships? I bring this up because I spent 15 years in education I am always in awe of what education people do. In the museum world I feel its a chance to teach kids/young adults without them really thinking they are learning like they do in a classroom. After our conversation, the education part of a museum is even more important than I thought. I knew it was key but the opportunities they offer to kids and the public is awesome! This conversation was important to me because I stepped out of the education world but maybe education in a museum is worth exploring. I didn't want anyone to pigeon hole me to education because of my background but its worth exploring. I mentioned I apparently am an extrovert so maybe this is a way to talk and design lessons/ideas about art. Who knows!
No doubt I have been struggling a little the past couple of weeks trying to find my place, trying to figure out who I am outside of my past career, and really trying to determine what I want to do. I share this as your experiences and stories are inspiring! Got to keep trying things and getting out there....I don't want to look back and regret any choices!
I love your enthusiasm and interest in exploring all of the options, Leslie! It is fun to see you try on all of the different hats and I look forward to hearing when you decide about which one fits you the best.
ReplyDeleteI can relate to your not wanting to be pigeon-holed. I never wanted to be a teacher when I was growing up. Everyone in my family was a teacher and I wanted to do something different. But, teaching found me! The first time I taught in a museum and the first time I taught in a university classroom... I was hooked and haven't looked back!
When we meet in the fall, we can chat more about what museum education is and can be, along with all of the other options that you have ahead of you!
I see myself a lot in you. I like to expand my horizons and know that I have different options and ways to achieve goals. I too didn't want to be a teacher, mainly because of how society is so negative to the profession and second how poorly they are paid for that profession so I went into business. When I first taught a class a couple years ago it was like a feeling of being home but that doesn't mean I don't want to stay diversified. I think that I see things differently and have some strengths because of the past experiences that may help me in my future endeavors.
ReplyDeleteIn conclusion you will find your place!