Education Outreach Coordinator
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Position description:
Learning Undefeated is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join its Maryland-based innovative shipping container that offers schools and community partners teaching space, classroom resources, and captivating STEM learning experiences. Drop Anywhere LabsTM offers a one-of-a-kind environment and uses touchscreen walls, tablets, and projection mapping to immerse participants in an interactive learning environment.
These custom outfitted STEM learning spaces are built inside shipping containers that travel to a different school each week. The containers offer a blend of career and skills education, providing flexible in-classroom resources that empower teachers. The Drop Anywhere Lab will mostly serve Baltimore area schools in the 2021/22 school year.
The Education Outreach Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include assisting middle school educators in teaching hands-on laboratory activities in classrooms and presenting STEM career experiences inside the Drop Anywhere Lab. In addition to providing support for educators and students, the Coordinator will also assist in the development of programs and curriculum, coordinating school and community partner visits, assisting schools with their requirements of any evaluation program, and supporting the management of equipment, supplies, and technology for the program.
The Education Outreach Coordinator is the face of Learning Undefeated’s programming and will have the opportunity to impact thousands of Baltimore area students personally.
This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a team that is changing how STEM education is delivered, with a specific focus on underserved communities. The ideal team member will be high-energy, creative, flexible, solutions-oriented, and able to handle rapidly changing circumstances with grace. In return, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to be part of the next big thing in STEM education, excellent benefits, and an entrepreneurial work environment that supports individual success.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented member of a fast-paced team
- Facilitate age-appropriate STEM activities and extended or enrichment opportunities to students, both onboard the mobile laboratory and in the classroom
- Coordinate logistics, supplies, and scheduling for school visits and events, including daily schedules, ordering and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, parking information, and general laboratory and facilities management
- Train teachers on the use of laboratory equipment and Learning Undefeated activities
- Staff after-school events, such as family science night, and public events, such as conferences, festivals, and sporting events
- Assist with development of curriculum, activities, and materials for middle and high school students and teachers in accordance with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Position requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, mathematics, technology, education, or related field preferred
- Outstanding customer service skills, a friendly, outgoing attitude, and the ability to work well as part of a team
- Must be able to work independently with initiative to manage own workload
- Must be flexible and adapt well in unpredictable situations
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Must have own transportation and be able to report to a different school in Maryland each week
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required
The fine print
Learning Undefeated offers a competitive salary plus many benefits to its employees, including paid leave, health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. This is a full-time, year-round position. The candidate will be selected for hire based on the following criteria: education, experience, subject area of expertise, communication skills, professional references, background check, and availability. Salary range is $40,000 – $45,000. This position reports to the Education Director.
Learning Undefeated embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
To apply
Submit resume and a cover letter with a statement of qualifications.
