STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) Informal Educator
- Position type: Part-time, approximately 18-30 hrs/wk based on programming needs with potential to increase.
- Sunday-Thursday work schedule with flexibility when required.
- Education Level: 4-year degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong background in sharing STEAM topics (astronomy, chemistry, engineering or other) is highly preferred.
Explore, Play, and Learn! The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is a growing local science museum with interactive, hands-on exhibits for science lovers of all ages! We are Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery, and exploration. Young learners ages 3-12 will especially enjoy our exhibits and programs that strive to spark the imagination, fuel a passion for discovery and experimentation, and foster lifelong curiosity.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Informal STEAM Educator is an integral member of our informal STEAM education team, primarily serving Pre-K through eighth grades, though we serve all ages from toddler to retiree. Essential overall duties and responsibilities include the following and other duties may be assigned:
Works as a forward-facing educator representing AMOS through informal education programs in the museum, scheduled outreach, and through other initiatives ensuring exceptional guest experience and interaction (75%).
- Designs and implements STEAM focused educational activities that engage, build on prior knowledge, and allow time and space for people of all ages to investigate and explore - including but not limited to in-museum field trips and off-site outreach, afterschool programs, AMOS camps, parties, Educator on Duty, special events, and adult programming.
- Creates and implements unique STEAM focused programs for visitors of all ages, in group and one-on-one settings.
- Leads as a camp counselor during camp seasons.
- Engages with visitors in informal education situations, allowing for learning through experimentation, discovery, and play.
Works to build a positive, supportive, curious ecosystem as a cohesive team and prepares for programs and visitor interaction (25%).
- Communicates needs of educational programs with Education Manager.
- Maintains cleanliness and order of STEAM Lab, equipment, and areas back-of-house. Returns materials used during programming to their storage locations upon completion of program delivery.
- Supports the entire museum team in other duties (quarterly museum cleanings, exhibit transitions, daily cleaning rounds, etc.).
- Enthusiastically creates and consults with team on new ideas and solutions.
- Actively participates in staff meetings, team meetings, and planning meetings.
Works as part of a team with behavior consistent with the organizational culture and expectations.
- Continually maintains an outwardly positive, professional demeanor toward coworkers and guests.
- Maintains a collaborative, team-oriented approach, and can-do attitude.
- Assists and supports other team members in their responsibilities when help is needed.
- Welcomes guests and team members from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
- Displays adaptability and flexibility in ever-changing environment.
- Assists in training and shares business-related knowledge with fellow team members.
- Shows curiosity in learning from other team members and community members of all ages and experiences.
- Collects and uses feedback to improve programs, processes, and practices.
- Operates with integrity and maintains a high level of performance.
- Meets deadlines and budgets time effectively.
Work Schedule
- This position typically works specific hours based pm scheduled programming such as field trips and after school clubs.
- Work days may vary but most will be Sunday-Thursday.
- Hours are typically between 8 am and 5 pm, with some evening hours for special events.
- The museum is open most holidays closing only for Christmas and Thanksgiving Day.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University and demonstrated experience in formal or informal education. Two years of experience in museums or related organizations or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in science field, education or related field preferred.
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Public speaking ability.
Museum/ STEAM Career Skills
- Provides excellent visitor experience to people of all ages and abilities.
- Minimum 1-3 years’ experience working with children, preferably in a classroom or camp setting
- Minimum 1-3 years’ experience planning and facilitating informal STEM and hands-on science activities.
- Highly desirable: possessing a special interest and sustained passion for astronomy, geology, and/or engineering.
- Works well with and actively works to be supportive of teammates and supervisors.
- Has a desire to learn from others, try new skills on their own, and debrief to learn about how to improve.
- Self-directed and accepts accountability for own actions.
- Seeks to learn and grow. Proactively seeks ways to build strength of understanding across all scientific fields.
Computer Skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft office, word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Ability to learn other systems such as AMOS’ POS.
Working Environment
AMOS is an active, bustling environment with a moderate to loud noise environment. Employees must regularly lift and /or move up to 40 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to manipulate objects, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Also regularly required to talk and hear while performing the functions of this job. The employee must have a reliable vehicle to arrive to work and outreach programs on time.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of this job. Other duties may be assigned. This job description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as management deems necessary.
COMPENSATION
- Salary and Hourly positions available. $17-21/ hour
- Benefits include PTO accrue time on a pro-rated basis each month, health care reimbursement, reimbursement for parking may be available based on employee status.
- Employment includes employee discount in gift shop and museum membership.
- Museum will be closed for certain holidays, holiday pay available.
- Mileage reimbursement for off-site location programming.
TO APPLY
- Submit responses to this application form: https://bit.ly/AMOS-STEAM-educator (required)
- Email resume and cover letter to [email protected] (required)
- Don’t wait! We will begin the process of scheduling interviews on 8/26/26.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
