Family Science Night Program Staff (Part-time)

NOTE:Must be able to meet at the Maryland Science Center at 3:30 pm or on location for events by 5:00 pm.

Enthusiastic educators wanted for part-time employment. Must have experience working with groups of children and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Educators will join a team of facilitators who take activities to local schools for a two-hour Family Science Night. Each educator facilitates one tabletop science or engineering activity for families of elementary students to partake in. Training is provided. Opportunities to elect to work are generally presented one month ahead of time, and staff signs up for events according to their availability. Most events occur in the late afternoon or evening. The average shift is four hours.

Basic Functions:

• Facilitate FSN activities at school sites
• Model developmentally appropriate behavior with children
• Assist in maintenance of FSN supplies and equipment
• Provide feedback and evaluation of activities and events
• Attend training and complete preparations as directed by supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate FSN activities at school sites

Greet, engage, and assist participants in science/engineering exploration and answer questions as needed. Observe, monitor and maintain safe practices. Provide Maryland Science Center on-floor experiences and guest service in off-site venue.

2. Model developmentally appropriate behavior with children.

Demonstrate age-appropriate behavior with children of all ages

3. Assist in the maintenance FSN supplies and equipment

Reset all activities at opening and closing. Observe safety and cleaning procedures established by supervisor and complete daily cleaning projects.

4. Provide feedback and evaluation of activities

Communicate regularly with program supervisor concerning activity success, material needs, and general event logistics.

5. Attend training and complete reading as directed by supervisor.

Work towards a better understanding of educational development through staff training, workshop attendance, and independent reading if needed.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Working with children, adult audiences, and families
• Informal Education
• Facilitating hands on activities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• General behaviors and abilities of children
• Appropriate language and actions for interactions with children
• How to encourage creativity

Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal communication
• Stamina
• Patience

Ability to:

• Speak and feel comfortable in front of and directly to children individually and in groups as well as adult visitors
• Convey Guest services information
• Provide tailored directions based on visitor needs
• Remain imperturbable and composed in all situations
• Take initiative
• Utilize creativity
• Accurately utilize tools

Basic Requirements:

• Must be able to pass background check

Department: Education

Reports to: External Programs Manager and Event Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Positions Supervised: None

Supervision Received: External Programs Manager and Event Supervisor

This employee normally may perform some of the work of a senior level position in the process of gaining knowledge and experience necessary for advancement and may also perform some of the work in a lower-rated position when required. Normal duties and responsibilities include assistance to other employees.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to arrive at the Maryland Science Center by 3:30 pm or on site by 5:00 pm?

Is the $15.00/hour wage acceptable to you?

Work Location: In person