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Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups. * Share engaging ...

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups. * Share engaging ...

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups. * Share engaging ...

Museum Tour Guide

Plano, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups. * Share engaging ...

Strong knowledge of guided museum tour experiences * Ability to create unique and memorable experiences for museum guests * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills * Strong ...

Strong knowledge of guided museum tour experiences * Ability to create unique and memorable experiences for museum guests * Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills * Strong ...

Tour Guide

Ketchikan, AK · On-site

$18/hr

TOUR GUIDES for the City of Ketchikan Museum Department. Full and part-time positions available; $18/per hour. S eeking friendly, outgoing individuals to provide interpretive tours at the Totem ...

Position: Part Time Tour Guide FLSA Status: Non-exempt Hourly Reports To: Tour Operations Manager ... Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Position Summary: Serve as an ambassador for Hillerich ...

Description Position: Part Time Tour Guide FLSA Status: Non-exempt Hourly Reports To: Tour ... Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Position Summary: Serve as an ambassador for Hillerich ...

Tour Guide

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Tour Guide Are you passionate about the music industry? Do you love talking about fashion, culture ... Paisley Park is a non-smoking campus About Paisley Park Paisley Park is an active museum ...

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How much do summer museum tour guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer museum tour guide in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Summer Museum Tour Guide vs Museum Docent?

AspectSummer Museum Tour GuideMuseum Docent
Required CredentialsNone typically required; some knowledge of exhibits helpfulOften volunteer-based; training provided, some institutions prefer background in art or history
Work EnvironmentOutdoor and indoor museum settings, often seasonalIndoor museum galleries, often year-round
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily museums, cultural centers, summer programsMuseums, historical sites, cultural institutions

While both roles involve engaging visitors with museum exhibits, Summer Museum Tour Guides typically work seasonally, focusing on outdoor and indoor tours, often with minimal credentials. Museum Docents usually volunteer or work year-round, providing in-depth interpretive programs within indoor galleries. Both roles serve educational purposes but differ mainly in work setting and employment structure.

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Museum Tour Guide

SuperbTech,Inc.

Plano, TX

$16 - $19/hr

Part-time, Contractor

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate

Location: Plano, TX
Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately 18 to 22 hours per week
Duration: Contract
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic and personable Part-Time Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate to support a corporate museum and visitor experience center. This individual will play an important role in creating a welcoming, informative, and engaging experience for guests, including employees, community members, business partners, and VIP visitors.
If you enjoy interacting with people, public speaking, storytelling, and creating memorable guest experiences, this is an excellent opportunity.
Responsibilities
  • Welcome visitors and provide an exceptional guest experience.
  • Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups.
  • Share engaging information about the organization's history, innovation, and future.
  • Answer visitor questions and provide assistance throughout the facility.
  • Support museum operations by helping maintain exhibit areas and ensuring displays are presentation ready.
  • Perform opening and closing responsibilities, including activating and shutting down exhibits.
  • Assist staff with general operational tasks as needed.
  • Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs.

Responsibilities
  • Welcome visitors and provide an exceptional guest experience.
  • Conduct guided tours for individuals, VIP guests, and organized groups.
  • Share engaging information about the organization's history, innovation, and future.
  • Answer visitor questions and provide assistance throughout the facility.
  • Support museum operations by helping maintain exhibit areas and ensuring displays are presentation ready.
  • Perform opening and closing responsibilities, including activating and shutting down exhibits.
  • Assist staff with general operational tasks as needed.
  • Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs.
Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Comfortable speaking to both small and large groups.
  • Friendly, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
  • Professional appearance and positive attitude.
  • Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
  • Able to follow established procedures and directions.
  • Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods throughout a large facility.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience in hospitality, museums, visitor services, customer service, tourism, education, or public engagement.
  • Passion for automobiles or automotive history.
  • Ability to speak Spanish, Japanese, or American Sign Language is a plus.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to walk and stand for most of the workday.
  • Comfortable working throughout a large exhibit space.
  • Able to assist during occasional special events that may extend beyond regular scheduled hours.
Schedule
Typical weekly schedule includes:
  • Tuesday, 10:00 AM to approximately 4:30 or 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 10:00 AM to approximately 4:30 or 5:00 PM
  • Thursday, 10:00 AM to approximately 4:30 or 5:00 PM
  • Every other Monday, 2:00 PM to approximately 4:30 PM
  • Occasional evenings and weekends for special events, as needed
Ideal Candidate
This opportunity is well suited for:
  • Recent college graduates seeking professional experience.
  • Students with flexible schedules.
  • Hospitality, tourism, communications, education, or museum professionals.
  • Individuals who genuinely enjoy engaging with people and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Please note: This is a contract position with no guarantee of permanent employment at the conclusion of the assignment.