Part-Time STEM Educator & Mobile Planetarium Presenter

Paylocity; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development

Free Family Plus Muse membership

Employee discount

Ticket exchange partners

401k match

Job summary

Muse Knoxville is seeking an Educator to deliver curriculum-based STEM experiences to PreK-8th students across Knox County and surrounding areas. This part-time role involves school-hour instruction, some evenings, and 15-20 hours per week as described in the program schedule.

Compensation is $23–$25 per program hour with mileage reimbursement. Benefits include professional development, a Muse Family Plus membership, an employee discount, ticket exchanges, and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two years of teaching experience with children in classroom settings.
• Pass background check and clean driving record.
• Own personal vehicle for transportation to and from programs.

Responsibilities

• Present lessons in school classrooms using a research-based teaching methodology.
• Travel to and facilitate Family Engagement Nights.
• Facilitate mobile planetarium shows at various schools and events.
• Facilitate engaging school break camps and homeschool classes that provide hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Develop a positive rapport with classroom teachers to market education programs and model best teaching practices.
• Communicate with school contacts in a prompt and professional manner.
• Manage the organization, maintenance, and replacement of materials for educational programs.
• Submit accurate program reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in the development and growth of future programs.
• Complete required observations and training as needed.
• Represent the Muse Knoxville mission and vision in a professional manner.

Skills

Presentation skills

Student rapport

Adult interaction

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Google Workspace

Job description

Muse Knoxville is seeking an Educator to deliver curriculum-based STEM experiences to PreK-8th students across Knox County and surrounding areas. This part-time role involves school-hour instruction, some evenings, and 15-20 hours per week as described in the program schedule.

Compensation is $23–$25 per program hour with mileage reimbursement. Benefits include professional development, a Muse Family Plus membership, an employee discount, ticket exchanges, and a 401k match.