Future Science Leaders, Facilitator Year 1

Science World•Vancouver, BC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All. Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province. As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative. Working as part of the Public Engagement team, the Future Science Leaders (FSL) Facilitator will support the development and implementation of a science-enrichment program for youth that utilizes hands-on skill-building activities to learn about cutting-edge research, academic theory, and industry opportunities. This position works closely with the Year 1 Experiential Learning Specialist and the Teaching and Laboratory Assistant to carry out a successful program. From planning sessions, preparing resources for sessions, facilitating weekly sessions, and providing feedback to students, the FSL Facilitator is key to delivering the Year 1 FSL program. This position requires an enthusiastic, efficient, independent, and creative individual with a passion for mentoring enthusiastic high school students. The FSL Facilitator must be comfortable instructing high school students (Grades 10-11, class size 20-25) in STEAM at a university level. Flexibility and confidence are required to work in this highly collaborative team. As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Completion of an undergraduate degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering or math). Experience in research is an asset
Experience teaching, managing a classroom, and/or developing youth programming (ages 14-17)
Ability to organize and document lesson plans
Must be able to support and troubleshoot student projects in a variety of areas
Positive outlook and passion for mentoring high school students
Ability to find opportunities when things don’t go as planned
Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Must be comfortable presenting to a variety of audiences, specifically teens
Must be physically able to safely lift at least 12kgs
Satisfactory completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check will be required

Nice To Haves

Experience in research is an asset

Responsibilities

Work with the Year 1 Experiential Learning Specialist to plan and prepare lessons on scientific communication and project development
Work with FSL team to develop lessons teaching technical and transferable skills needed for a future in STEAM fields
Coordinate materials, equipment, set-up, and space needed for lessons with the Year 1 Experiential Learning Specialist to ensure lessons run smoothly
Meet weekly with the Year 1 Experiential Learning Specialist to adapt the Year 1 program curriculum and modify lessons throughout the year based on student feedback and needs
Deliver weekly lessons teaching science communication and STEAM skills through workshops and projects for students
Assist guest instructors in their lesson plan delivery and classroom preparation. Assist in preparing and providing thank-you gifts for invited speakers and guest instructors
Work with the Teaching and Laboratory Assistant to document student learning and participation (e.g. attendance), and support students throughout the program
Provide technical and scientific feedback for student projects, from their project conceptualization to proposal
Provide students with timely and meaningful feedback on assignments (e.g. term project proposal and poster)
Assist in the recruitment of students for the following program year for all programs by reviewing applications and attending interviews
Support other FSL programs when needed, including chaperoning field trips and supporting FSL events (Winter Science Nights, Spring Student Showcase)
Work with the FSL Manager and Year 1 Experiential Learning Specialist to find additional opportunities for students within your field (e.g. field trips, guest speakers)
Operate within the philosophy, culture and values of Science World
Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role