STEM Program Facilitator — Hands-On Space Missions (Part-Time)

Heartland Community College; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Job summary

Heartland Community College’s Challenger Learning Center seeks a temporary part-time STEM Facilitator to oversee hands-on STEM learning experiences for K-12 students and adult audiences on the Normal, IL campus, using space simulators, Discovery Lab, virtual platforms, and outreach workshops.

You will maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment, follow established instructional procedures, support day-to-day operations, and engage learners by guiding activities, managing classroom flow, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or relevant experience is required.
• Successful teaching and/or presentation/performance experience.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in learning and using technical software.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a range of pre-made hands-on STEM programming, including simulated space missions and virtual lessons.
• Follow lesson plans to meet program objectives while adhering to timing benchmarks and safety protocols.
• Uphold the Challenger Learning Center's customer service and facility care standards.
• Support day-to-day operations and special projects at the CLC.
• Apply classroom-management strategies to create an inclusive, safe learning environment for groups 10–30.
• Interact with students to answer questions and guide independent learning across grade levels.
• Guide students through sequenced instructions on classroom software, tablets, and web-based tools.
• Troubleshoot technology issues and assist with outlets and cables as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Educational technology

Classroom management

Education

Associate degree or relevant experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Educational software

Tablets/Devices

Job description

Heartland Community College’s Challenger Learning Center seeks a temporary part-time STEM Facilitator to oversee hands-on STEM learning experiences for K-12 students and adult audiences on the Normal, IL campus, using space simulators, Discovery Lab, virtual platforms, and outreach workshops.

You will maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment, follow established instructional procedures, support day-to-day operations, and engage learners by guiding activities, managing classroom flow, and