Fab Lab Center Programming Specialist

Summary/Objective:

The Bucks IU’s Fab Lab Center is the hub of STEAM Education in Bucks County. It is a place to engage in digital fabrication, computer science, engineering, and general STEAM activities in a fun, innovative, environment.

Under the direction of the Supervisor of STEAM Education, the Fab Lab Center Programming Specialist is responsible for planning and facilitating Fab Lab Center programs for students, families, and educators. The successful candidate will be an outstanding ambassador for the Bucks IU, the Fab Lab Center, and STEAM education. The Fab Lab Center Programming Specialist will have the unique opportunity of contributing to the growth of an exciting program.

Essential Functions:

· Serve as a positive ambassador of the Fab Lab Center.

· Plan, facilitate, and evaluate Fab Lab field trips for school groups.

· Plan, facilitate, and evaluate STEAM Saturdays and after-school clubs at the Fab Lab.

· Develop plans (including creation of slides and agendas and preparing materials) for birthday parties and other programs that may be facilitated by Fab Lab Group Leaders.

· Demonstrate outstanding teaching practices, leaving all student groups with a positive experience at the Fab Lab Center.

· Contribute to the growth of the Fab Lab Center by researching and developing innovative ideas for programming to propose to the Supervisor of STEAM Education.

· Effectively engage students in an out-of-school environment.

· Possess expertise in computer science and digital fabrication, especially as they relate to K-12 students. This includes (but is not limited to) robotics equipment, 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting/engraving.

· Facilitate micro-credentialing programs for middle and/or high school students.

· Ensure the maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of the Fab Lab Center.

· Work collaboratively with the Bucks IU STEAM team.

· Work collaboratively with the Mobile Fab Lab program as requested.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Duties: This position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department, as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

Competencies

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

· Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

· Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

· Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 193 days per year, position that will include two evenings per week and some Saturdays. Hours will be flexed so as not to exceed a standard work week of 37.5 hours.

Travel: Occasional local or regional travel to client locations and/or overnight travel for professional learning.

Education and Experience:

· PA Level I or Level II Elementary or STEAM Content-Area Certification is required.

· Knowledge of STEAM Education is required.

· Experience teaching and/or supervising digital fabrication, engineering, robotics, and/ or STEAM topics is required.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer

The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift:

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time