Scientist Educator

We are looking for charismatic scientists and engineers to bring our engaging, hands-on science curriculum to life. If you have a passion for inspiring all youth to see themselves as future scientists & engineers, we want you to join our team!

Scientist Educators co-teach Science from Scientists lessons to students in grades 3-8. This includes teaching provided lessons, gathering consumable materials, timely check-out/check-in of curriculum materials, and communicating/planning with classroom teachers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Minimum: Must hold an undergraduate degree in a STEM field with research, internship, or other STEM-related work experience; exceptional applicants nearing completion of undergraduate degree may be considered. Preferred: Progress toward or completion of a graduate degree in a STEM field or comparable work experience.
• Prior experience teaching, coaching, or mentoring youth preferred. Training will be provided.
• Some schedule flexibility as you’ll be working in multiple schools with various start and end times.
• Excellent communication skills (in-person and via email).
• Ability to develop positive rapport with colleagues and diverse stakeholders including, but not limited to students, teachers, school leaders, and other school staff.
• Physical ability to be on your feet for a full school day.
• Experience using Google Apps (GMail, Calendar, and Drive). Familiarity with virtual platforms (e.g. Google Meet, Zoom) is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable form of transportation to get to school sites.
• Occasional lifting of curriculum kits (5-25lbs) required.
• Science from Scientists requires all employees to have been vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 before teaching in schools.
• Clearance on background check. Upon hiring, Scientist Educators will be required to pass any additional background checks, as required per state of employment and by partner schools.

Benefits

• Travel stipends, professional development opportunities.