The Tech Museum of Innovation
Full-time Position Available
Science Education Coordinator

The Tech Museum of Innovation is an educational resource established to
engage people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and experiencing
technologies affecting their lives and to inspire the young to become
innovators in the technologies of the future.

The Science Education Coordinator reports to the Science Education Manager.
This full-time, exempt position provides exposure to all aspects of the
science education program, including supervision of Pathways Interns, lab
design and instruction of labs.  Primary emphasis is to instruct the
hands-on science and technology labs offered for elementary through
secondary school students and to coordinate the day-to-day operations of
the Pathways Interns program.

Responsibilities:
· Teach hands-on science and technology labs (groups of 32-36) with an
engaging style.
· Collaborate in the development of new labs and support material to
promote interest in learning about science and technology through The Tech.
· Collaborate with department staff to create, and implement special
programs. 
· Support the day-to-day operations of the science lab. These operations
include lab prep and clean-up, inventory, daily instruction and preparation
of written materials for students and educators.
· Coordinate supervision of Pathways student interns.
· Work with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of internship
program.
· Coordinate and support intern mentoring program.
· Assist with Education Department and museum special events.
· Collaborate with department staff and Online Services to maintain current
information related to science labs.
· Serve as support instructor for the Idea Lab (technology-based activities).
· Share weekend responsibilities with department staff.
· Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
* College degree in science, technology and/or comparable field of study
* Previous experience working with or experience supervising high school
through college age students
* Teaching credential and minimum of two years of successful classroom
experience desired
* Proficiency in the use of technology for teaching and as a tool for learning
* Ability to effectively participate in department and cross department
project teams
* Collaborative, enthusiastic individual with excellent communications
skills. Must be flexible and be willing to adapt to the museum's needs.
* Must be available to work on evenings, weekends and holidays.
* Commitment to The Tech's educational mission, exhibits, programs and
long-range plans.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The Tech offers excellent benefits including paid health, dental, vision
and life insurance.  Send cover letter and resume with salary history to
The Tech Museum of Innovation, Human Resources, 201 S. Market Street, San
Jose, CA 95113.  Fax: (408) 279-7149.  Or, e-mail ASCII text file resume to
[log in to unmask] (do not send attachments.)  FAX: (408) 279-7149. No phone
calls please. The Tech Museum of Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer with a strong commitment to diversity.