Already recognized as a leader in inquiry-based learning, Kentucky Science Center is advancing a statewide science literacy campaign to encourage people of all ages to explore science in everyday life. Its flagship location on Louisville, KY’s historic Museum Row, welcomes visitors from across the globe with 3-floors of interactive exhibits and films on a 4-story screen. With daily programming for children, families, and adults, the Science Center plays an ongoing role in the region as a resource for caregivers and teachers, a gathering place for the science community, and a chosen source of entertainment for all. Its designation as the State Science Center of Kentucky in 2002 underscored the Science Center’s history of reaching all audiences through its mission to DO SCIENCE in ways that are engaging, educational, and entertaining to inspire a lifetime of learning.

The Educator position is responsible for facilitation of programs and experiences both within Kentucky Science Center  and beyond the flagship facility into the community.  Educators are responsible for engaging all ages in a variety of program settings. An Educator ensures the “Do Science” philosophy of our organization is accessible to all they encounters. The ideal candidate is motivated, outgoing, and flexible with creative interactions through informal teaching and customer service skills to provide an exceptional visitor experience to visitors of all ages.

Responsibilities: 

• Facilitate educational programs and experiences including exhibit facilitation, demonstrations, walk-up activities, classes, birthdays, scouts and other specialized programming as assigned.
• Facilitate educational programming such as during school, afterschool, and other evening programs in our offsite or outreach capacity to schools or organizations.
• Facilitate hands- on activities and promote critical thinking on a diverse array of topics.
• Staging and restaging interactive exhibit areas to create engaging and inviting spaces for learning.  This may include monitoring program supplies and exhibit components to ensure all programming spaces are “visitor ready” on a daily basis.
• Participate in educator training sessions and attend regular team meetings.
• Able to contribute to a positive work environment that fosters collaboration, teamwork and creativity.
• Present educational activities at special events, media/marketing promotions, member events or community events.
• Practice safety and emergency policies and procedures. Maintain a clean and safe environment for program participants in all Science Center classrooms, labs and storage areas in cooperation with other team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Essential Requirements:

• Actively enrolled in a 2 or 4 year college for science, education, liberal arts, management, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 1-2 years experience, in some capacity, involving direct public interface on a regular basis.
• Excellent communication and public interaction skills
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others.
• Satisfactory work record in education field such as youth programs, volunteer or similar community engagement field.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that routinely includes weekends and evening hours.
• Ability to ensure proper use of science equipment, multimedia, technology and safety procedures, after receiving proper training.
• Ability to develop effective programs to engage participants of diverse needs and skills.
• A commitment to Kentucky Science Center’s mission, vision, and values.

Kentucky Science Center requires that all team members provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Hiring Process

• Kentucky Science Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Kentucky Science Center celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and guests. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, potential, merit, and business need.