STEAM Educator SHU Discovery Science Center and Planetarium Bridgeport, CT Job Details Full-time From $45,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Program design English Research Microsoft Office Experience working with children Bachelor's degree Technical troubleshooting support Full Job Description The Discovery Museum, Inc. --

STEAM Educator Reports To:

Senior Director of Education Status:

Full Time - 40 hrs/week

Position Overview:

The STEAM Educator provides highly interactive educational experiences and lessons to The Discovery Science Center's guests, assisting in student learning through applying skills and knowledge from school in authentic STEAM contexts and problem-solving. The Program Educator delivers programs onsite in the classrooms, exhibition galleries, auditorium, and planetarium as well as offsite locations including schools, libraries, and community centers. This position also interacts with the public on the museum floor with tasks and activities assigned by other directors.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and teach onsite and offsite classroom learning labs and workshops for students, families, and adult groups; prepare and present onsite and offsite large-scale assembly programs and stage presentations.
• Assist with programs in the Planetarium including the preparation and planning of programs in these spaces, including live shows and the creation of new shows, under the direction of the Sr. Director of Education
• Assisting with the preparation for Challenger Space Missions and acting as Flight Director and Educator in those missions.
• Present smaller-scale workshops, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences to guests in the exhibition galleries.
• Prepare and teach onsite weekend, holiday, and Summer Program offerings.
• Perform the tasks involved with the set-up and breakdown of programs and assist in the associated administrative tasks.
• Participate in the program development process as a member of project teams, conceptualizing new programmatic initiatives and/or integrating additional STEAM content and processes into existing programs.
• Contribute to the research and selection of STEAM content for inclusion in new programs or enhancements to current programming.
• Participate in ongoing professional development sessions, continuously advancing STEAM science content knowledge and understanding of STEAM teaching pedagogy.
• Data collection for programs as assigned
• Support Science Center private and community events through running hands-on learning kiosks, presenting science demonstrations, and assisting with make-and-takes.
• Act as an ambassador for the Science Center, engaging members of the public, onsite and in schools and other community settings, or in media interviews when STEAM content and process expertise is required.
• Other STEAM Learning Programs tasks as assigned.

General Physical Requirements:

• Light work: Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift or move objects pertaining to STEAM Learning Programs, such as classroom prep and cleanup.

Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.

Experience and Qualifications:

• BA/BS preferred, masters preferred
• Experience with children's programs a must
• Inquiry-based STEAM teaching experience and/or teaching experience a plus
• Self-motivated, dynamic, able to work in a team environment, demonstrate a passion for STEAM teaching and learning, comfortable speaking in front of large groups, and willing to teach audiences of all ages
• Familiarity with technical systems including Office 365, Canva, Adobe a plus; willingness to learn and ability to engage in basic troubleshooting a must
• Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and occasional overnights as required
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Bilingual strongly preferred

About Discovery Museum:

The Discovery Museum provides dynamic, hands-on STEAM experiences that resonate with the innate curiosity, learning desire, and spirit of exploration of our guests. We encourage young learners to ask questions, solve problems, and engineer solutions today so they are better prepared to embrace the challenges of tomorrow. It is the policy of Discovery Museum to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Discovery Museum will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pay:

From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Youth Programming:

1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person