KAYSC Youth Crew Member

Science Museum of Minnesota; Minnesota; On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

Join the Science Museum of Minnesota as part of the Youth Crew team at the Kitty Anderson Youth Science Center. This role is focused on engaging high school students in science learning through interactive projects and professional development opportunities.

Candidates will work in teams exploring critical thinking, social justice, and STEM careers, while also participating in community networking activities. Must be currently enrolled in high school and willing to work as part of a team.

Compensation is $16.37/hour, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a high school student.
• Willingness to work on a team and meet attendance requirements.
• Must have a positive attitude and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Work on team-based projects with peers.
• Explore social justice and STEM topics.
• Participate in community networking activities.
• Learn and apply research techniques.
• Work in a group to create science workshops.

Skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communication

Cultural competency

Education

Currently enrolled high school student

Job description

Science Museum
Science Museum of Minnesota | SMM
120 West Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55102, USA

Imagine yourself here. Be a part of something great at Science Museum of Minnesota. We exist to turn on the science and inspire learning, inform policy and improve lives. We envision a world in which all people have the power to use science to make lives better. We value science as an essential literacy and strive for inclusion inside and out so that our museum and our people reflect and respond to the diverse needs and cultures of our community.

Join our Youth Crew team in the Kitty Anderson Youth Science Center (KAYSC) and engage high school students in science learning through real museum work and empower them to pursue their potential, experienced in the world of science. KAYSC is committed to serving the community, and stay grounded in their awareness of young people's ability to impact our institutions and communities.

Work Environment & Schedule:

Will be working primarily in the KAYSC space at the Science Museum of Minnesota with occasional field trips and external meetings. Work schedule involves occasional evenings and weekends. Must be able to transport self in the Twin Cities area with own transportation or via public transit.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work on a team with other high school students to learn critical thinking and professional skills through team-based projects.
• Explore topics in social justice, various science content areas and STEM careers.
• Participate fully in professional development in: critical thinking, team building, science, research, group facilitation/ informal education, community engagement/organizing, evaluation/reflection, documentation.
• Learn and apply a range of research techniques about various community issues.
• Participate in planned networking activities with community organizations and individuals.
• Learn and apply STEM tools, technology, and terminology in group projects.
• Communicate effectively with managers and co-workers.
• Apply critical thinking skills to navigate personal and professional situations.
• Work in a group to create and deliver science and social justice workshops in the community.
• Display professionalism during community events and while co-teaching workshops.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as a high school student.
• Willingness to work on a team and meet attendance requirements.
• Must have a positive attitude, be reliable and self‑motivated.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 10 hours of volunteer work is preferred.
• Cultural competency and experience working with diverse communities.
• Willingness to be open and respectful of all backgrounds.
• Bilingual a plus (Hmong, Somali, Spanish).

The job duties describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list. For some positions, detailed procedures may be outlined in supplemental documents.

The Science Museum of Minnesota believes in the diversity of our community – diversity generates ideas, inspires creativity and is essential to building a positive work place. As an Employer of Choice we hire and retain the best employees by valuing differences, creating a collaborative work environment, and providing promotional and career development opportunities. It is the museum’s policy and practice to hire and promote qualified job seekers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We offer benefit packages for full-time and part-time employees.

Compensation: $16.37/hour

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