Education Specialist

About MiSci
Michigan Science Center (MiSci) opened its doors in 2012 with a mission “to inspire curious minds of all ages to discover, explore and appreciate STEM.” In the nearly ten years since our opening, MiSci has reached over 1.75 million people. Today, MiSci is Metro Detroit’s premier destination for educational and fun hands-on STEM learning exhibits and exploration activities. Our education teams provide Metro-Detroiters more than 5,000 hours of science themed programming each year in our 90,000 square foot facility, through offsite Traveling Science, with virtual STEM education opportunities designed for children and families, adult audiences, community members, and K-12 students and teachers.

Job Overview
The Education Specialist displays passion and enthusiasm when delivering educational programs to all ages and plays a key role in new program development. Education Specialists are outgoing and engage individuals and groups with programs, activities, camps, and experiences around a variety of STEM topics. They are team-oriented, proactive, and are never timid about approaching Science Center guests and groups in a polite, friendly, and courteous manner to ensure that guests are surprised and delighted with their Michigan Science Center experience.

The Education Specialist will serve as a team leader in the Public Programs, Outreach Programs, and Enrichment Programs teams and will assist in training Science Center Educators, maintaining program supplies and materials inventory, recording program attendance, and researching new learning programs for Science Center audiences. The Education Specialist will work closely with MiSci’s Educators to design and test new activities for audiences onsite, offsite, and online.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide high energy, entertaining, and educational live lab, floor, virtual, and classroom presentations to a wide variety of audiences
• Engage audiences on museum floor, within exhibit spaces, at off-site events, and in virtual settings with experiences and activities that spark curiosity and a better understanding of our world through STE(A)M
• Assist in the research and development of new learning programs (including: field trip experiences, stage shows, workshops, floor demos, camp activities, and outreach programs)
• Assist with staff and volunteer training for Education programs and events
• Execute processes and procedures in daily opening/closing, activities’ prep, program facilitation and evaluation, and exhibit upkeep
• Safely operate a full-size cargo van in all weather conditions to transport staff and goods to offsite events

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Knowledge in physical sciences, life sciences, space sciences, engineering, and technology
• 1 years’ experience delivering educational content
• Comfort learning new STEM content quickly and ability to translate accurately to audiences and stakeholders
• Excellent public speaking ability
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate MiSci vehicles
• Must not have legal restrictions on working with children

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor degree in a STEM field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience working in science centers, planetariums, or other technology-related fields
• Experience facilitating virtual programs or presentations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills

Physical Demands
Extensive standing and walking, frequent kneeling, bending, and twisting. Lifting packages and equipment of up to 50 pounds. Occasional, limited exposure to the elements during outdoor programs. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. Handling personal information and payment methods ethically and honestly.

Duties
This job description describes the general nature, hours, expectations, and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned by the job. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor or senior management. Requirements are subject to change over time and may possibly be modified to reasonably accommodate changing institutional needs and individuals with a disability.

EEO
Michigan Science Center is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from women and racially underrepresented candidates. It is the policy of Michigan Science Center to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Persons who do not meet all listed criteria but who feel that their knowledge, skills, and experience make them well qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17