STEM Educator

iFLY Indoor Skydiving•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

iFLY is seeking a passionate STEM Educator for a part-time, flexible position to teach STEM and influence the next generation. The role involves guiding elementary, middle school, and high school students through an immersive, hands-on learning experience focused on STEM concepts related to iFLY's wind tunnel. Students will participate in grade-appropriate activities and experience flight with an instructor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in science, engineering, mathematics, STEM education, or related field
Mastery of science and mathematics concepts covered in K-12 school curriculum
Comfortable teaching and leading groups, up to 130 students at a time (average group size is approximately 40 students)
Teaching experience in a classroom, camp, museum, or other STEM education setting
Energetic and care about engaging children and adults in STEM learning
Strong public speaking skills
Experience providing excellent customer service
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Ability to react positively to rapidly changing circumstances

Nice To Haves

Graduate Degree in science, engineering, mathematics, STEM education, or related field
Experience with inquiry-based teaching methods
Spanish language proficiency is a plus

Responsibilities

Deliver in-person presentations, introducing students to grade-appropriate STEM concepts related to the wind tunnel.
Collaborate with iFLY Flight Instructors to demonstrate how everyday objects behave in our wind tunnel.
Facilitate a grade-appropriate science activity or experiment.
Engage with school teachers and parents to elicit constructive feedback about the Education Program.
Work with iFLY staff to ensure successful program implementation.
Communicate with Education Program staff to maintain and improve program.