TITLE: STEAM and Community Educator

REPORTS TO: Director of Education

STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt– Flexible Schedule

OPPORTUNITY - About Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts

Join a team that is passionate about making a difference and helping our community thrive! Our mission is to serve as the center for scientific, artistic, cultural, and educational activities to enhance the region’s quality of life and economic vitality. 

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to interact directly with science center guests to facilitate their learning and experience; deliver educational programming to varied ages of students and guests; present educational demonstrations; and assist guests in having a safe, fun, and educational experience. This position requires weekend availability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum for and deliver in-person educational and public programs that appeal to a broad general audience and connect with diverse communities at the local and regional levels. 
• Spearhead the Whitaker on Wheels outreach program by reaching out to the community, managing scheduling, and overseeing the curriculum for the programs.  
• Travel to regional schools to deliver educational programs for preschool - middle school aged students. 
• Represent Whitaker Center at community events.
• Contribute to the advancement of institutional strategic priorities, and innovate programs to enliven Whitaker Center’s mission. 
• Present educational demonstrations and programs, and provide information to students and guests.
• Assist with coordination of special educational event days.
• Build and maintain an appropriate knowledge of exhibit- and program-related science concepts by participating in training opportunities and independent study.
• Collaborate with the Director of Education to maintain inventory records and alert them when supplies need to be ordered.
• Work with the Director of Education to develop annual goals, objectives, strategic plans, and operational budget.
• Attend departmental and all-staff meetings as directed, staying informed of the ongoing changes in department and overall organization.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Education.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in science education or related field required.
  • Prior teaching experience necessary, preferably at the elementary or middle school level.
  • Experience in leading activities for students in Science, STEAM, or a STEAM field required.
  • Experience in developing engaging, hands-on STEAM lessons for children
• Demonstrated ability to teach inquiry-based science in an enjoyable, engaging, hands-on manner to a wide range of audiences from Pre-K through Adult, and train others to do the same.
• Valid PA Drivers License
• Ability to successfully complete a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance; a Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance - obtained through the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services; and a Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Record Information - obtained by submitting a full set of fingerprints to the Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.