After-School Destination Imagination Coach

PARK SCHOOL; Baltimore, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,700 - 2,300; Part time

Job summary

The Park School of Baltimore invites an engaged DI Coach to lead a student-centered after-school experience cultivating creativity, teamwork and problem-solving through open-ended STEAM challenges. The role centers on guiding students through iterative DI processes with strong facilitation and inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities include team preparation for regional and state tournaments, coordinating with families and school administration, and maintaining a safe, collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-aged students.
• Strong facilitation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to encourage student ownership rather than directing solutions.
• Interest or experience in STEAM, Engineering, Creative problem solving, Theater or improvisation, Design thinking, Visual arts, Project-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where every student feels valued and empowered to contribute.
• Guide students through the Destination Imagination creative process while allowing them to develop their own ideas and solutions.
• Encourage creative thinking, innovation, risk-taking, and perseverance.
• Teach and develop teamwork, communication, leadership, creative problem-solving, and project management skills; maintain compliance with all Destination Imagination rules.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and comply with all school policies and procedures.

Skills

STEAM

Engineering

Creative problem solving

Theater/Improv

Design thinking

Visual arts

Project-based learning

Strong facilitation

Relationship-building

Encouraging student ownership

Education

DI experience preferred

Job description

The Park School of Baltimore invites an engaged DI Coach to lead a student-centered after-school experience cultivating creativity, teamwork and problem-solving through open-ended STEAM challenges. The role centers on guiding students through iterative DI processes with strong facilitation and inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities include team preparation for regional and state tournaments, coordinating with families and school administration, and maintaining a safe, collaborative environment