STEAM Facilitator: Hands-On Youth STEM (Part-Time)

Resource Area for Teaching; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Resource Area for Teaching (RAFT) is looking for a part-time STEAM Facilitator in San Jose, California. The role involves facilitating engaging, hands-on STEAM activities for students (TK-8), supporting community events, and collaborating with the Education Team. Ideal candidates are reliable individuals with experience working with youth and strong communication skills. The position offers a flexible schedule, up to 16 hours per week, and is grant-funded. Join RAFT to inspire young minds through creative learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience with STEAM or maker-based learning.
• Familiarity with project-based learning or NGSS.
• Experience with community or family engagement events.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate hands-on STEAM activities for students.
• Lead activity stations or portions of events.
• Engage students in creative problem-solving challenges.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown.

Skills

Experience working with youth

Strong facilitation and group engagement skills

Ability to explain basic science and engineering concepts

Comfortable leading interactive activities

Strong communication skills

Reliability and flexibility

Tools

Basic tools (hot glue guns, simple hand tools)

Job description

Resource Area for Teaching (RAFT) is looking for a part-time STEAM Facilitator in San Jose, California. The role involves facilitating engaging, hands-on STEAM activities for students (TK-8), supporting community events, and collaborating with the Education Team. Ideal candidates are reliable individuals with experience working with youth and strong communication skills. The position offers a flexible schedule, up to 16 hours per week, and is grant-funded. Join RAFT to inspire young minds through creative learning experiences.