Associate, Education Programs

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

Free family admission

Free admission to other museums

Free parking

Job summary

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is seeking an Associate, Education Programs to deliver engaging STEAM programming for youth and families, both off-site and within the Museum.

This part-time, onsite role is union-represented (AFSCME Council 31) and requires afternoon availability during the week and Saturday availability.

You will support all Education departments, track attendance, and ensure safe operation of supplies and equipment while collaborating with partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years’ experience facilitating education programs.
• Interest and experience in STEAM concepts for youth and families.
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions; problem-solving in varied locations.
• Willingness to learn new programming/facilitation methods; may involve design software and machinery.
• Proficient with Windows, Google Docs, and basic file maintenance.
• Experience with open source software, 2D/3D design or technical illustration is a plus.
• Ability to engage diverse audiences and collaborate with others.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and dynamic STEAM programming for youth, families, and educators.
• Focus on revenue-positive programs both off-site and within the Museum.
• Cross-train across Education programs and respond to external partner requests.
• Assist with daily operation of major Education programs and initiatives.
• Support Museum events and initiatives as needed (Special Events, Exhibits, etc.).
• Track attendance and collect quantitative data.
• Safely operate equipment and materials used in programming.
• Organize materials and spaces before, during, and after programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

STEAM concepts

Public speaking

Collaboration

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-3 years education program experience

Tools

Windows

Google Docs

File maintenance

2D design

3D design

Technical illustration

Job description

About Us :

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. Griffin MSI's mission - to inspire the inventive genius in everyone - is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry provides programs and experiences that deepen the engagement of students and teachers in science and science-related disciplines, with a vision to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.

We offer a creative, collaborative, and innovative environment for our employees. Our employees get great perks such as: benefits starting day one of your employment, free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI's garage and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart and innovative people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you!

The Job:

The Associate, Education Programs is responsible for delivering engaging programming for educational and community partners, focusing on revenue-positive engagements both off-site and within the Museum. This position would support all Education departments with a focus on delivering programming to youth and families.

This is a part-time position working onsite at the Museum and is a union-represented position (AFSCME Council 31). Please note the role requires afternoon availability during the week and Saturday availability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and dynamic STEAM programming for youth and families, and educators participating in a variety of Education department programs.
• Focus will be on revenue-positive programs that are both off-site and within the Museum.
• Cross trained in a diverse range of activities, both current and future developed, and to be deployed as requests are received from outside partners or clients.
• Assist with the daily operation of major Education programs and initiatives
• Support Museum initiatives on a limited basis for unique events initiated by departments such as Special Events, Exhibits, etc.
• Track and record activity or program attendance (collecting quantitative data).
• Safely operating all equipment and materials associated with programming
• Organize materials and space(s) before, during and after programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 - 3 years of experience facilitating education programs
• Strong interest in the exploration and delivery of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and design, and Mathematics) concepts, content, and experiences.
• Ability to apply and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations, especially when in outside locations.
• Capacity to quickly learn new programming and facilitation methodologies, and may include design software applications and machinery, and STEAM related content that is responsive to client expectations or needs.
• Proficient working with Windows, Google Docs, and basic file maintenance
• Experience with open source software and operating systems, 2D design, 3D design, or technical illustration a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with others
• Established ability to speak in front of an audience with comfort and confidence along with the ability to engage diverse audiences in a variety of environments and locations.
• Proficiency in the Spanish language is a plus
• Driver's license or ability to obtain a driver's license is required.
• Some Travel maybe required

Language :

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the organization.

Mathematical :

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such asaddition, subtraction,percentages,etc.

Reasoning :

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

Physical :

• Ability to perform various functions such as standing, sitting, walking/moving across uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, lifting, pushing, carrying, seeing in varying light conditions, fine finger dexterity, andparticipatingin some physical activities.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The hourly rate for this position is $19.00. Benefit details can be viewed here:Part-time Benefits