The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is actively seeking to fill the
following positions:
Education Coordinator, Education Division
Responsibilities
This individual will report to the K-12 programs manager. Primary
responsibilities are coordination of the Museum's Learning Lab programs and
content development, delivery and implementation of the Museum's off-site
parental involvement program. Learning Lab duties include scheduling,
training and supervision of facilitator staff, facilitation of Learning
Labs, maintenance of labs and supplies and other duties to effectively
manage the program.
Responsibilities for the parental involvement program consist of program
content development and implementation, supervising and training program
staff and volunteers and building and maintaining relationships with
parents, students and school administrators.
Other responsibilities may include the development and coordination of
teacher professional development workshops, educational materials and
resources and participation and involvement with all of the Museum's
educational programs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in science and/or education, plus experience teaching in
an informal and/or formal education environment. Background in and comfort
level with science concepts a must. Excellent verbal and written
communication skills are required, as is the ability to work on multiple
projects and meet deadlines. Candidates must also exhibit enthusiasm,
flexibility and openness to new ideas.
Education Coordinator, Education Division
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for the research, development and
implementation of the Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) project
being co-developed by the Museum of Science and Industry and Northwestern
University.
SEPA is a collaboration between the Museum of Science and Industry and
Northwestern University's School of Education and Biomedical Engineering to
develop a project-based science curriculum that focuses on cardiovascular
disease. This person will responsible for the development of the museum
experience and activities, working with Northwestern University's SEPA
coordinator on the ongoing development of the school-based activities and on
the development and implementation of the three week professional
development institute for teachers. Project work also consists of
participation in the project's evaluation.
Additional responsibilities may include the development, implementation and
delivery of high-quality educational programs to various museum audiences
such as, teachers and students, community groups, members and general
visitors.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a master's degree in science and/or education, plus
experience working in an informal and/or formal educational setting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, as is the
ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines. Candidates must
also exhibit enthusiasm, flexibility, and openness to new ideas.
Please fax or e-mail a resume and cover letter to:
[log in to unmask] or fax to 773-684-0019
Follow this link to learn more about employment procedures and opportunities
at the Museum of Science and Industry:
http://www.msichicago.org/info/HR/employ_opps.html
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