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SuperbTech,Inc.

Museum Tour Guide

Plano, TX

$16 - $19/hr

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs. Responsibilities

SuperbTech

Museum Tour Guide

Plano, TX

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs. Responsibilities

SuperbTech

Museum Tour Guide

Plano, TX

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs. Responsibilities

SuperbTech

Museum Tour Guide

Plano, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Museum Docent / Visitor Experience Associate Location: Plano, TX Schedule: Part-Time, Approximately ... Support occasional special events, including evening or weekend programs. Job Requirements ...

Paisley Park

Museum Tour Operations Manager

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Strong knowledge of guided museum tour experiences * Ability to create unique and memorable ... Provide weekend leadership and support to Paisley Park staff * Prepare and refresh content in the ...

Paisley Park

Museum Tour Operations Manager

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Strong knowledge of guided museum tour experiences * Ability to create unique and memorable ... Provide weekend leadership and support to Paisley Park staff * Prepare and refresh content in the ...

City of Ketchikan

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 ...

Paisley Park

Tour Guide

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Afternoon and weekend hours are available. Part-time up to 29 hours per week. 401k after 3 months ... Paisley Park is a non-smoking campus About Paisley Park Paisley Park is an active museum ...

Paisley Park

Tour Guide

Chanhassen, MN

$17/hr

Afternoon and weekend hours are available. Part-time up to 29 hours per week. 401k after 3 months ... Paisley Park is a non-smoking campus About Paisley Park Paisley Park is an active museum ...

Paisley Park

Tour Guide

Chanhassen, MN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Afternoon and weekend hours are available. Part-time up to 29 hours per week. 401k after 3 months ... Paisley Park is a non-smoking campus About Paisley Park Paisley Park is an active museum ...

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

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend 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 Weekend Museum Tour Guide vs Part-Time Museum Educator?

AspectWeekend Museum Tour GuidePart-Time Museum Educator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; knowledge of exhibitsHigh school diploma; teaching or educational background
Work EnvironmentPublic museum tours, interactive visitor engagementEducational programs, workshops, visitor interaction
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in museums offering guided toursFound in museums with educational outreach programs
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding tour guide roles and responsibilitiesLearning about museum education roles

The Weekend Museum Tour Guide primarily focuses on leading guided tours and engaging visitors with exhibits during weekends. In contrast, the Part-Time Museum Educator emphasizes educational programs and workshops, often involving more structured teaching activities. Both roles require knowledge of museum collections and excellent communication skills, but they serve different visitor engagement purposes within the museum industry.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Museum Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

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.