STEM Outreach Educator - Hands-on Learning Coach

Muse Knoxville; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Professional Development

Family Plus Muse membership

Employee discount

Ticket exchange partners

401k match

Job summary

Muse Knoxville invites applications for an Educator to inspire youth in Knox County through hands-on STEM, arts, and math experiences. You will deliver curriculum-based programming to PreK-8th grade students at area schools and after-school sites, aligning with Tennessee standards.

Schedule includes Monday–Friday during school hours with some evenings, about 15–20 hours per week; compensation is $23–$25 per program hour plus mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Background check required.
• Clean driving record.
• Personal vehicle for travel to programs.
• Two years experience teaching and managing children in a classroom setting or similar related experience.
• Demonstrated excellence as a classroom teacher in PreK-8 with presentation skills, student rapport, and adult interaction.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work with a variety of personalities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to acquire 6 hours of professional development annually.
• Passion to learn and facilitate mobile planetarium shows.
• Some evening and travel to Family Engagement Nights.

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 with hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
• Develop positive rapport with teachers to market education programs and model best practices.
• Communicate with school contacts promptly and professionally.
• Manage organization, maintenance, and replacement of materials for programs.
• Submit accurate program reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in development and growth of future programs.
• Complete required observations and training as needed.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Public speaking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Muse Knoxville invites applications for an Educator to inspire youth in Knox County through hands-on STEM, arts, and math experiences. You will deliver curriculum-based programming to PreK-8th grade students at area schools and after-school sites, aligning with Tennessee standards.

Schedule includes Monday–Friday during school hours with some evenings, about 15–20 hours per week; compensation is $23–$25 per program hour plus mileage reimbursement.