Long-Term Coverage: Innovation Associate - Impact Studio

Kent Denver School; Englewood (CO); Sur place; USD 11 000 - 13 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stipend

Résumé du poste

Kent Denver School in Englewood, CO seeks a long-term Middle and Upper School Impact Studio Associate to lead hands-on STEAM facilitations in our makerspaces for students.

You will guide students in design thinking, engineering and creative fabrication, using 3D printers, laser cutters, robotics kits and sewing tools while collaborating with faculty across disciplines to develop cross-curricular projects. Start Date: Immediate. Stipend: $11,000-$13,200, non-benefited.

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating hands-on, inquiry-driven learning in a makerspace or STEAM environment.
• Familiarity with 3D printers, laser cutters and digital fabrication tools.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines to design cross-curricular projects.
• Knowledge of design thinking and iterative project development.

Responsabilités

• Facilitate engaging STEAM experiences for middle and upper school students.
• Integrate tools like 3D printers, laser cutters and robotics kits into projects.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop cross-curricular maker experiences.
• Maintain a safe, organized makerspace and mentor diverse learners.
• Model curiosity, collaboration and ethical innovation.

Connaissances

Makerspace facilitation

STEAM education

Design thinking

3D printing

Laser cutting

Robotics kits

Adobe Creative Suite

Tinkercad

Fusion 360

Outils

Bamboo Studio

Tinkercad

Fusion 360

Adobe Creative Suite

Description du poste

• Location 4000 East Quincy Avenue,Englewood, CO, 80113,United States
• Base Pay $11,000.00 - $13,200.00 / Year
• Employee Type Stipend

DEPARTMENT:

REPORTS TO:

Dean of Innovation & Information

WORK HOURS:

OVERVIEW:

This is a long-term coverage Middle and Upper School Impact Studio Associate position that leads hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) facilitations in our makerspaces for middle and upper school students.

In this role, you’ll guide students in design thinking, engineering, and creative fabrication, helping them turn ideas into tangible solutions. This person will lead and co-develop interdisciplinary experiences with the team and faculty members, emphasizing engineering design, digital fabrication, and creative problem-solving. The ideal person is passionate about helping students explore the intersection of art, technology, and applied science while fostering curiosity, teamwork, and ethical innovation.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Support our faculty in facilitating engaging, inquiry-driven STEAM learning experiences for middle and upper school students.

Integrate tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing and textile equipment, robotics kits, and hand tools into meaningful design and fabrication projects.

Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to develop cross-curricular projects and integrate design thinking throughout the curriculum.

Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, iteration, and reflection, encouraging students to approach challenges with curiosity and resilience.

Maintain a safe, inclusive, and well-organized makerspace, ensuring proper care and accessibility of all equipment and materials, including performing routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment

Supervise students during open studio hours, independent project blocks, and collaborative work sessions, ensuring safe and appropriate use of tools.

Support learners of diverse skill levels and backgrounds through differentiated instruction and mentorship.

Model curiosity, empathy, and intellectual integrity, inspiring students to think deeply, act ethically, and collaborate meaningfully.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

Prior experience working with middle and high school learners is strongly preferred

Experience facilitating hands-on, inquiry-driven learning in a makerspace, fabrication lab, or STEAM-focused environment, particularly one equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing and textile tools, robotics kits, and other digital fabrication resources like those found in Kent Denver’s Impact Studio.

Ability to demonstrate knowledge and comfort with all Impact Studio tools and equipment, with a willingness to learn any tools or systems that are new or unfamiliar.

Familiarity with common makerspace software (e.g., Bamboo Studio, Tinkercad, Fusion 360, Adobe Creative Suite) or willingness to learn.

Strong ability to guide students through design thinking, creative problem-solving, and iterative project development that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and ethical reflection.

Strong ability to follow directions, prepare appropriate materials, and support all teachers with facilitation needs in a timely, organized, and accurate manner.

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

A demonstrated capacity to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to a vibrant school community.

Commitment to equitable and inclusive maker education practices that welcome diverse learners and backgrounds.

Start Date: Immediate

Stipend: $11,000 -$13,200, depending on exeprience
This is a non-benefited stipend position

Kent Denver School Employment Policy:
Kent Denver School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, transgender status (including gender identity or gender expression), sex (including pregnancy), gender, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, marriage to a coworker, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, veteran status (including Vietnam era veteran status), genetic information, military service, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our school makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. An applicant who does not meet the minimum qualifications of the position(s) for which the applicant applies will not be considered for employment.

Kent Denver School is a college-preparatory day school with 750+ students in grades 6-12, located on 220 acres in suburban Denver. Kent Denver has been recognized for our leadership in diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering a culturally diverse faculty and student body and are eager to consider applications from candidates who recognize the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school. We offer a competitive salary and a complete benefits package for Full-Time Faculty members.