Assistant Outreach Educator

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico seeks an Assistant Outreach Educator to run STEAM activities for elementary and middle school students at Explora. This off-campus work-study role requires a valid Work-Study award and Friday schedule 2–6 pm during school terms.

The candidate should be passionate about hands-on science, art, and education, with strong classroom management, customer service, and a welcoming presence for youth and families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth and children, especially in informal settings.
• Degree-in-progress in the field of emphasis (education, family studies, physical science, biology, engineering, art, early childhood). An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted.
• Expressed interest in scientific and artistic phenomena and in education.
• Ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and planning skills; good verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate demonstrations, activities and programs in STEAM for elementary and middle school aged children.
• Facilitates and assists site lead in daily schedule of OST programing.
• Collaborate with other educators and Explora staff members in the development of programs and maintenance of program materials.
• Deal appropriately with troubling situations or comments; elevate situations quickly to site lead and/or manager.
• Contributes to a welcoming out-of school time program at area elementary & middle schools.
• Facilitate inquiry and experiential educational programs.
• Creates STEAM interactions that are engaging, effective, and memorable for program participants.
• Support students in completing homework.

Skills

Youth engagement

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

Education

Degree in progress

Job description

Requisition ID

req37849

Working Title

Assistant Outreach Educator

Pay

$14.00 Hourly

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Off Campus Work Study (454F)

Employment Type

Student Employment

Background Check Required

Yes

Status

Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Organization: Explora!

Location: 1701 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87104

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Summary:

Responsible for facilitating inquiry-based and experiential learning experiences for an out-of-school time audience of elementary to middle school aged students; supporting students in completing homework assignments; creating STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) interactions that are engaging, effective, and memorable for program participants. Facilitate STEAM based kits. Must provide excellent classroom management. Model Explora's pedagogy, demonstrate excellent customer service, create a welcoming atmosphere, be community-minded, and contribute positively to the Explora Education Team. Preferred qualifi cations: degree-in-progress in a fi eld of emphasis (i.e. education, family studies, physical science, biology, art, early childhood, etc.) or equivalent experience in out-of-school education settings. The schedule is Monday-Friday from 2-6 pm when school is in session (exact time determined by program location); this position is for the 2026/2027 school year. Before school hours possible with professional development hours.

Explora is committed to building a diverse staff that refl ects the demographics of New Mexico and strongly encourages applications from BIPOC candidates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate demonstrations, activities and programs in STEAM for elementary and middle school aged children.
• Facilitates and assists site lead in daily schedule of OST programing
• Collaborate with other educators and Explora staff members in the development of programs and maintenance of program materials
• Deal appropriately with troubling situations or comments; elevate situations quickly to site lead and/or manager
• Contributes to a welcoming out-of school time program at area elementary & middle schools
• Facilitate inquiry and experiential educational programs
• Creates STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) interactions that are engaging, effective, and memorable for program participants
• Support students in completing homework
• Deal appropriately with a variety of situations involving students and parents, including diffi cult situations; in such cases, elevate situations quickly to manager and/or school staff
• Comply with all operational policies of Explora and school sites, especially those involving the safety of program participants, fellow workers, volunteers, and visitors
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and create a welcoming atmosphere at all times
• Interact well with students, school staff, parents, and co-workers
• Maintain a current and valid New Mexico driver's license to perform work duties if position requires activities that require travel
• Work Monday-Friday from 2-6 pm on days schools is in session
• The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not comprise a comprehensive list but are intended to provide a representation of the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this capacity; Explora maintains the right to augment or delete duties and responsibilities as business dictates

Work Conditions

• Most essential duties are performed in a museum and school environment with exposure to a variety of business equipment and other pertinent materials normally found in this type of work setting.
• Museum facilities may expose incumbents to high noise levels, temperature changes, liquid nitrogen, helium gas, electrical exposure, unpredictable ventilation, dust, and physical obstacles.
• Work is normally performed in an area of limited privacy.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience working with youth and children, especially in an informal setting
• Degree-in-progress in the fi eld of emphasis (i.e. education, family studies, physical science, biology, physics, engineering, art, early childhood). An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and responsibilities
• Expressed interest in scientific and artistic phenomena and in education
• Ability to work both independently and with a team
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and planning skills; good verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Functional Work Characteristics

• Requires standing and/or walking, with regular need to perform physical actions that include, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling materials, pulling, carrying, and pushing.
• May occasionally require lifting of various materials and equipment to a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Facility may expose employees to loud noise levels, temperature changes, and physical obstacles.
• Must pass a federal background check upon employment.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.