STEM Pathway Program Instructor

Argonne National Laboratory • Lemont, IL

2d • $25 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

Argonne National Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory conducting world-class research to address the nation's energy, environmental, and security challenges. STEM Learning Pathways within Institutional Partnerships supports the development of the next generation STEM workforce through immersive, connected programming, engaging over 12,000 students annually across 20+ unique programs. We invite you to apply for the STEM Pathway Program Instructor position. In this position, you will be responsible for facilitating STEM workforce development programming to a variety of audiences, primarily middle school through undergraduate students. You will support Program Coordinators, Program Developers, and Program Leads in implementing departmental strategy and programs, while also leading instruction for established programs such as field trips and summer camps. This hybrid position requires on-site presence a minimum of 2-3 days per week.

Requirements

• Experience in teaching or facilitation in formal or informal STEM education settings.
• Knowledge of research-backed pedagogical approaches and student-centered learning methods.
• Ability to engage and inspire students across various age groups in STEM learning experiences.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to create a welcoming environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple programs and teams in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in using cloud-based collaborative tools and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated experience of working within a high-functioning matrixed team and within a dynamic environment managing multiple deadlines.
• Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• A Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (e.g., Physical Sciences, Engineering, or Biology) or STEM Education with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in teaching or facilitation in formal or informal education settings.

Nice To Haves

• Department priorities include leveraging AI capabilities to increase efficiencies; AI experience a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and deliver STEM workforce development programming to a variety of audiences with a focus on middle school through undergraduate students.
• Lead instruction for established programs such as field trips and camps, ensuring engaging and high-quality learning experiences.
• Assist and co-facilitate alongside Program Coordinators, Program Developers, and Program Leads on strategic programs and initiatives.
• Design activities and curriculum for established programs (e.g., new Learning Labs) and contribute to program development efforts led by senior staff.
• Apply research-backed pedagogical approaches, including inquiry-based, cooperative, and experiential learning methods, to create student-centered learning experiences.
• Support business processes such as student onboarding, registration, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Communicate program activities and information to participants and provide a welcoming experience.
• Support multiple programs as assigned, working in a matrixed environment.
• Track and maintain accurate program data as directed, including participant attendance and activity records.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure coordinated and effective program delivery.
• Provide on-site support during program events, including occasional evening and weekend programming.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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• As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation.
• Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment.
• Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
• To learn more about Argonne's benefits programs, amenities, and other employee programs, visit our main Careers site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees