Programs Coordinator

Imagination Station•Toledo, OH

About The Position

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 Programs Coordinator is a key position on the Education team that supports the science center’s connection to community partners through delivery of a variety of revenue-generating and grant-funded programming. This position works with organizations with whom the science center has multiple touchpoints and will endeavor to build lasting relationships with the students, teachers and organizations. The Programs Coordinator should be comfortable delivering programming to a variety of audiences and training team to do the same. This position will spend up to 75% of their time providing direct delivery of programming. This position reports to the Program Development Manager.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in Education is preferred, or related experience in education, science or museum studies.
Background or interest in science 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, families, adults, schools and other community organizations
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

Responsibilities

Works within the Education Department to deliver high quality STEAM programming
Lead Educator for custom program partnerships
Lead Educator for Maker Club and Tinkering Takeover programming; ensures that all programmatic grant requirements are met
Lead Educator for early childhood programming.
Lead Educator for off-site summer camp programming
Inventory supplies, replenishing as needed within the identified budget
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
Communicate any challenges or concerns to the Program Development Manager in a timely manner
Other duties as assigned