Educator

Aspen Science Center; Carbondale (CO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement for program work

Hybrid work available

Sick pay accrual at 0.033 days per hr

Job summary

The Aspen Science Center in Colorado seeks a creative STEM Educator to deliver hands-on programs for PreK-12 learners, with a strong emphasis on robotics, coding, physics, and accessible learning for all ages. Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are highly desired.

Join a team that values collaboration with the Education Manager and other ASC Educators to adapt curricula, develop new lessons, and deliver engaging, fun programs in a variety of settings, including some hybrid work opportunities.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a BA/BS in science, education, or related field.
• Experience with children in educational settings is required.
• Experience or interest in physics, robotics, CS, or related tech preferred, LEGO SPIKE Prime is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on STEM programs in diverse settings.
• Adapt ASC curricula and develop new lesson plans with the Education Manager.
• Collaborate with ASC Educators to run engaging, accessible activities for all ages.

Skills

Initiative & independence

Task management

Program delivery

Strong communication

Creative problem solving

Equipment setup & transport

Reliable transportation

Curriculum development

Education

BA/BS in science or education

Tools

LEGO SPIKE Prime

Job description

Job Type

Part Time / Full Time

Description

The Aspen Science Center's (ASC) mission is advancing public understanding of science through lifelong discovery, exploration, and education, and is recognized as the premier organization for promoting and facilitating public understanding of and engagement in science throughout the greater Roaring Fork Valley, Aspen to Parachute. ASC is seeking a creative and energetic, self-motivated STEM Educator with experience in delivering engaging hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math related programs. The ideal candidate has experience or a strong interest in robotics, coding, technology, and physics. They have a passion for making STEM education engaging and accessible to learners of all ages, particularly PreK-12 students. They will work independently and in collaboration with the Education Manager and other ASC Educators to adapt ASC's existing STEM curriculum, develop new lesson plans, and deliver engaging, hands-on, and fun programs in a variety of settings. ASC is especially interested in Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates with experience in Early Childhood/PreK and/or K-12 classroom education. Aspen Science Center (ASC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ASC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and organizational need.

Required Skills

• Ability to take initiative, work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously, and approach challenges and opportunities with flexibility, enthusiasm, focus, and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to create and maintain a structured work environment with disciplined on-task time management, planning, record keeping, correspondence, and follow-up.
• Ability to work and deliver programs in a variety of settings and locations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to communicate confidently with a range of constituents including Board, staff, donors, partners, clients, program participants of all ages, vendors, other non-profit, government and business leaders.
• Innovative and resourceful program manager. Creative problem solver.
• Ability to pack, transport, set-up/take-down a range of program equipment/materials.
• Reliable transportation for program development, administration, and delivery.
• Experience in instructional curriculum development and delivery, program materials inventory and management, staff supervision, collaborative teamwork, evaluation.

Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS degree in science, education, or related field.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Experience or demonstrated proficiency in physics, robotics, computer science and computer programming, or related technology fields preferred, familiarity with LEGO SPIKE Prime highly desirable.
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging STEM educational programs to diverse age groups.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and strong ability to work independently while managing responsibilities.
• Enthusiasm for STEM education and passionate about making learning inclusive, engaging, and accessible.
• Part Time:
  
  • Somewhat flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement for program delivery
  • Some hybrid work available
  • Sick Pay accrued at .033 days for every hour worked
  • Fun and casual working environment
• Full Time - all part time benefits and:
  
  • $1,500 yearly health/wellness benefit
  • $225 monthly healthcare allowance
  • 10 days paid time off
  • Retirement savings plan

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