Joel Flint

Background

About Joel Flint

A dedicated non-formal educator with over twenty-eight years experience, eighteen in museum education and twelve in developing educational and recreational opportunities for senior citizens and seniors with developmental disabilities. PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously. Researches, writes, and implements histories, educational materials, and programs which are based on discovery and constructivist approaches and provide opportunities for people to create their own connections through hands-on, inquiry-based, object-based, and place-based experiences; and which serve as a model for future development. Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse constituencies and prepares and delivers presentations that engage a variety of audiences. Performs outreach and in-house programs for schoolchildren. Builds community and manages relationships through the exchange of stories, and listening and valuing the contributions of others. Works well independently and within a team framework. Supervises and trains staff, volunteers, and interns. Raises funds and writes grants. Specialties: fine arts and crafts, fundraising and grant writing, historic interpretation, history - 19th and early 20th century and architectural, materials management, Microsoft office, research and writing, teaching, and volunteer management.