Learning Specialist - actively hiring (part-time)

Position Title: Learning Specialist I
Department: Formal Programs
Reports to: Formal Programs Manager
Position Designation: Non-exempt/Hourly, Part-Time
Hourly Rate: $18.00/hour
Typical Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday, flexible hours

Learning Specialists are the tour guides of science! Working in Adventure Science Center’s classrooms and science lab, they lead groups of 15-30 through hands-on science activities.

You’ll experience a little of everything as a Learning Specialist, from leading school students in a pig dissection to helping campers create roller coasters. You’ll master our diverse array of programs that range across the fields of science. Along the way, you’ll help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and tinkerers!

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Learning Specialist is responsible for the delivery of quality, hands-on science programs to schools, educational institutions/organizations, camp attendees, and the general public. This position requires strong communication skills, a commitment to guest experience, and a passion for learning and accurately communicating the principles of STEM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Programs

• Present hands-on, inquiry-based science programs for public audiences, school groups, and camps within Adventure Science Center's science lab and classrooms.
• Facilitate in organizing and welcoming the entry of students, school faculty, and chaperones.
• Strive to improve and maintain individual science literacy.
• Maintain organization of program materials in inventory supply spaces by resetting after every use.
• Serve as a lead counselor for camps as needed.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by program need and/or management

Customer Service

• Basic knowledge of customer service principles, techniques systems, and standards.
• Proactively engage guests in inspiring interactions.
• Anticipate guests' needs and solve visitor issues with a positive, courteous, and professional attitude.
• Interact on all phone calls with the same positive, helpful, courteous, respectful, and professional attitude.

Other Functions and Responsibilities

• Attend quarterly staff meetings and weekly educational team meetings.
• Perform core operational functions of visitor safety and wayfinding as needed.
• Assist during emergency and evacuation situations.

QUALIFICATIONS/TRAITS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Education: B.S. or B.A. Individuals in a science field, education, or theater may be given preference.
• Experience creating and teaching inquiry-based hands-on science programs is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation/facilitation skills.
• Enthusiasm for science, science education, and community engagement.
• Reliable, collaborative team player.
• Proactive communicator, engaging other departments in short- and long-term planning.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and flexibility should difficult situations arise.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Public speaking and/or acting skills.
• Ability to work with and organize large groups of youth and their parents/teachers in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize daily operations and adapt to changes as necessary.
• Knowledge of current technology to create dynamic and engaging presentations.
• Knowledge of current, best pedagogical practices to best serve Adventure Science Center's diverse audience.
• Desire to work with and inspire children and adult guests from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of the importance and value of working as part of a larger cross-functional and intra-departmental team in a professional, courteous, and collaborative manner.
• MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must complete Adventure Science Center Safety Training to work with hazardous materials.
• This position requires flexibility in work hours which may include working some evenings, weekends, and holidays, and a varied weekday work schedule.
• Ability to complete CPR and First Aid Training.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, and observance of fire regulations.
• Typically, walking, standing, bending, and carrying light items (up to 40 pounds unassisted) are required. At times, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. Also, the employee must have manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity.
• Some repetitive motion is involved.

OUR VALUES

• We are playful and passionate experimenters.
• We think big, embrace risk, and evolve our ideas in order to lead.
• We are collaborative with each other and our whole community.
• We foster diversity, curiosity, and creativity to make our experience unique.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Free onsite parking
• Complimentary membership to Adventure Science Center
• Free or discounted admission to local venues including The Nashville Zoo, The Frist Art Museum, Nashville Shores, Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, and more!
• Employee Assistance Program (Free Counseling and Legal Services)
• Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to hr@adventuresci.org, including "Learning Specialist" in the subject line. No phone calls, please. Due to the volume of applications received, we will only contact candidates selected for interviews.

Adventure Science Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is intended to be a description of the general nature and level of work to be performed. This position profile should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. These responsibilities and duties are subject to change at any time based on organizational needs.