Makerspace Manager

Charles R. Drew Charter School•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The STEAM Makerspace Manager oversees the operation and maintenance of the Makerspace, including managing equipment, supplies, scheduling, and staffing to ensure optimal functionality. This role supports teachers and staff in designing and executing project-based learning (PBL) and engineering class projects, while also specifying, procuring, and organizing materials. The Manager leads after-school programs, builds and maintains exhibits of student work, and serves as the primary liaison for technology support and facility maintenance. Additionally, they promote Makerspace and STEAM Trunk programs, maintain accurate records, and foster a safe, inclusive environment for all users. The Makerspace Manager also designs and crafts exhibits of student work.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (B.A., B.S., B.S.N., etc) in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Arts (Sculpture/ 3d Design) or related.
1-3 years work-related experience is required.
Two years of progressively responsible Maker experience or any equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
Use of design software required: TinkerCAD, AutoDesk, Adobe Suite, Meshy AI, OnShape, etc.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience preferred (summer camp, after school programming, or other work with K-12 students).
Training of adult learners Preferred.
Program development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain records and provide necessary information on use and interest statistics as needed.
Participate in the promotion and development of the Makerspace.
Manage all Makerspace programming for students and staff.
Support teachers and staff in creating and executing project-based learning and engineering projects.
Support students in extracurricular competitions.
Lead two weekly after school clubs.
Train and advise student worker teams and community volunteers.
Build and maintain exhibits of student work.
Maintain existing displays.
Manage daily operations of the Makerspace by scheduling usage and staffing.
Advise, procure and maintain equipment, supplies, and materials.
Provide a clean, safe environment for all users in the Makerspace.
Manage the planning of facilities maintenance in the Makerspace as primary liaison with facilities and technology.
Collaborate with staff from other departments to ensure Makerspace equipment is ready to use and in good functioning order.
Installs, maintains, and trains instructional staff on innovative Maker Tech [equipment, applications, etc.].
Maintains the structure and equipment on 10 STEAM Trunks.
Coordinate one Makerspace sponsored event.
Support other campus maker/STEAM events as needed.
Other duties as assigned.