The STEM Program Facilitator will help facilitate many of the Christa McAuliffe Center’s in-person STEM education programs, including: simulation of space missions in the Challenger Learning Center for K-12 students (the main responsibility), family engagement days, and other outreach events.

To be successful, you should have:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree OR an equivalent combination of academic and professional experience
• Relevant coursework in science at the college level o OR equivalent experience in a science learning context
• Demonstrated experience working in a combination of informal science education, outreach, youth development, or formal education
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new software and digital technologies and troubleshoot
• Demonstrated commitment to a high standard of inclusive educational practice
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to the needs of a diverse range of audiences representing a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and abilities
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative in the work environment, work successfully both as part of a team and independently
• Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese are desired though not required.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Facilitate programs in the Challenger Learning Center for middle and high school students.
• Facilitate additional hands-on programs for elementary school students and up.
• Set up, clean up, and maintain education program environments.
• Monitor program materials and make updates when appropriate
• Contribute, via reviews and feedback, to the creation of new education programs.

Addition Information:

This is a part-time non-benefited, contract position, not to exceed 18 hours per week. The pay rate is $20/hour to $24/hour.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online by submitting:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Equity and Inclusion Statement
• Names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

The search committee will accept applications up until the position is filled. Please email swright4@framingham.edu with any questions.