Science Communicator

Fleet Science Center in; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet Science Center in San Diego hosts a Science Communicator focused on education programs for schools and the public. This role facilitates workshops, camps, shows, and outreach while developing curricula and exhibit experiences.

Responsibilities include guiding diverse audiences, creating new programs, ensuring safety, and maintaining learning labs. Flexibility for weekends/evenings and participation in trainings are required.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in STEM subjects.
• Bachelor's degree in education or science preferred.
• Valid CA driver’s license and willingness to drive company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on workshops, camps, shows, and teacher professional development sessions.
• Design programs for school groups, youth and general public in Fleet and community.
• Assist in curriculum development and exhibit planning.
• Conduct weekly confirmation calls with clients to coordinate offsite programs.
• Implement safety protocols for gallery experiences and labs.
• Maintain learning labs and organize educational tools and spaces.
• Share Fleet program information with schools and the public; collect data.
• Provide high-quality customer service and handle inquiries professionally.
• Assist in installation and de-installation of exhibitions as needed.
• Maintain schedule flexibility including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Attend educator trainings and meetings as directed.

Skills

STEM interest

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Classroom management

Teaching experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Organization/time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or science

Some college education

Job description

The Science Communicator supports the Fleet Mission Statement and Visitor Experience Philosophy by providing educational programming designed for school groups and public audiences both at the Fleet and out in the community. This position will facilitate workshops, camps, shows, youth and adult programs , outreach programs, and exhibit experiences, and will assist with developing the curriculum for these programs. This position will also conduct informal educational demonstrations and activities on the gallery floor, assist in the management of our exhibit facilitation program, and ensure the safe operation of our ball pool and other interactive experiences on our gallery floor.

Reports to: Education Manager

Primary Duties and Responsibilities, including mental requirements of position:

• Of various types, including hands-on workshops, camp classes, shows, teacher professional development workshops, as well as other educational programs, gallery experiences, and exhibit interpretations at the Fleet, in area schools, and out in the San Diego County community;
• And designed for diverse audiences, including field trip groups, children, teachers, adults, and the general public.
• Assist in the creation, planning, and implementation of new programs and exhibits, including curriculum writing as needed.
• Conduct weekly confirmation calls to clients (school groups, etc.) to confirm offsite programs.
• Implement safety protocols to ensure that Fleet visitors interact with gallery experiences in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintain functionality and organization of learning labs and educational workspaces, including specific gallery spaces and exhibit pieces.
• Take reasonable care of educational tools and Fleet vehicles, including restocking and organizing offsite kits.
• Share information about Fleet programs with schools and the general public, and collect data as directed.
• Provide exemplary customer service, and handle questions, comments and/or complaints from education program participants and Fleet gallery visitors professionally and tactfully.
• Assist in the installation and de-installation of exhibitions as needed.
• Work flexible schedule to include weekends, holidays, and occasional evening shifts.
• Attend employee and educator training programs and meetings as directed.

Tools and equipment used to perform this position: Personal computer using Microsoft software, telephone.

Supervision, direction, or guidance provided for this position: Performs duties with limited supervision. Supervision required to review priorities.

Physical Requirements of this Position:

Medium Work : Position involves the ability to frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force and occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force to move objects.

Experience, education, or skills required of the incumbent in this position:

• Strong interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects preferred.
• Some college education is a plus, especially bachelor's degree in education or science.
• Valid CA driver's license and willingness to drive company vehicles to offsite locations.
• Strong verbal communication skills with an emphasis on classroom management, public speaking, and presenting information to diverse audiences in an understanding and compelling fashion.
• Experience teaching and leading school-aged children in hands-on activities, youth supervisory experience, public performance, and acting experience is a plus.
• Customer service experience and an ability to provide high-level visitor experiences.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a diverse team environment.
• Ability to organize time effectively and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.