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Hub Town Tours aims to inspire an informed global citizenry by placing each guest, regardless of their personal background, into the tumultuous world of Historic Boston. Our local tour business focuses on the history and architecture of the iconic Freedom Trail and historic Beacon Hill, brought to life with obvious enthusiasm and accuracy. Founded by a former park ranger, Hub Town Tours emphasizes the power of storytelling to educate all citizens on the foundational debates, decisions, and declarations that created the United States of America.
Our Mission:
Hub Town Tours aims to inspire an informed global citizenry by placing each guest, regardless of their personal background, into the tumultuous world of Historic Boston. Our local tour business focuses on the history and architecture of the iconic Freedom Trail and historic Beacon Hill, brought to life with obvious enthusiasm and accuracy. Founded by a former park ranger, Hub Town Tours emphasizes the power of storytelling to educate all citizens on the foundational debates, decisions, and declarations that created the United States of America.
Job Description:
Hub Town Tours offers top-quality, small-group walking tours through Boston seasonally, from April to December. Dress is business casual (no colonial garb!) and groups are a maximum of 16 guests (no huge groups!). New guides begin on per diem basis—$240/day, plus gratuities—with the opportunity for additional hours and tours throughout the season. This is an ideal summer job for history teachers, part-time work for recent graduates or current students, or a side gig for storytellers who simply love being outside, surrounded by history and sharing it with others.
Qualifications:
BA in History, Teaching, Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field (or graduating spring 2023); preference for applicants working toward or holding master’s degree in the humanities.
Weekend availability required; passion for history is a must!
Public speaking and/or tour guide experience also required.
How to Apply:
Email a brief cover letter (no more than 500 words); one-page resume; and recent headshot to work@hubtowntours.com. When emailing, please include the subject line “2023 Guide Application – Your Name” on your message.
Guide Salary:
$240.00 per diem, plus gratuities