Manager of Educator Programs

IMAGINATION STATION

Manager of Educator Programs

Full Time

Overview

Imagination Station, Toledo's Science Center is the region's resource in interactive Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) education. We offer a mind on, body on, hands on experience with hundreds of interactive exhibits, activities and demonstrations that teach vital science concepts. The science center is a hub of learning that provides the tools necessary to thrive in the 21st century and that shapes future scientists and innovators. We represent the idea that the sciences are more than theorems or formulas on a page, but are powerful concepts that can allow a wide-eyed child to ride a bike across a high wire and learn about where they get their energy.

Description

The Manager of Educator Programs is a key position on the Education team that supports the science center's our strategic goal of establishing Imagination Station as a STEAM education expert in innovation and collaboration. This position actively works to generate and sustain partnerships with school districts and educators. The Manager of Educator Programs should be comfortable developing curriculum, delivering to a variety of audiences and training team to do the same. This position reports to the Director of Education.

Responsibilities

Oversees the Ohio Invention League and Invention Convention programming for the Northwest Ohio region

Build new and expand upon existing partnerships with teachers, schools and school districts

Works within the Education Department to develop and deliver teacher professional developments for both revenue generating and grant funded projects

Takes a leadership role in Imagination Station's Educator Advisory Committee

Manage grant funded projects, such as Engineering for Confidence

Actively participate in local schools' advisory committees

Train part-time team as needed

Ensure that programs are delivered on-time in a fashion that meets or exceeds Imagination Station's high standards for content delivery

Meet revenue goals related to program delivery and partnership development

Other duties as assigned Requirements

BA/BS degree in Education is preferred, or related experience in education, science or museum studies.

Background or interest in STEAM is preferred

Working knowledge of the Ohio and Michigan learning standards

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Organized and efficient in time management

Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, creativity and flexibility while efficiently working with others

Comfortable presenting science curriculum to students and adults

Must have a valid driver's license, with a safe driving record and be capable of operating the Imagination Station owned vehicles for program purposes

Must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to provide occasional transportation to events within the Toledo area

Must be able to lift 50 pounds above the waist

Imagination Station's mission is to empower everyone to explore the sciences.

Imagination Station, where Science is for Everyone

All applicants must apply on-line at imaginationstationtoledo.org and submit a detailed resume outlining job history and experience.

IMAGINATION STATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER