At the Monterey Bay Aquarium, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. We firmly believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices, working together, increases our capacity to serve our visitors and fulfill our mission. We welcome people from all walks of life into our team and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision and with a focus on culturally relevant education, delivers education programs at the Aquarium and offsite for PreK-12th grade school groups, teens, teachers and/or community members; provides logistical program support, coordinating the acquisition of project supplies and resources; supervises volunteers; perform other duties as assigned.
Please note: This position is a term assignment expected to run until end of 2024.
Core Activities:
Program Delivery: Lead existing short-term educational sessions for PK-12 students, including:
Develop a full understanding of and expertise in the topic
Gather necessary learning tools, props, documents, and/or presentation slides, and setting up classrooms.
Facilitate in-person and online activities, including leading in-person presentations, engaging students of various ages and learning levels, answering students' questions, as well as assessing and adjusting as-needed during the sessions based on the developmental and learning needs of the specific audience
Build and maintain a positive, culturally responsive learning environment
Schedule and coordinate the acquisition of program supplies, including food, outdoor equipment, and educational materials, under the direction of program leads.
Enter program participants' demographic and attendance data into division databases.
Lead existing short-term educational activities for PK-12 students at program recruitment events.
Oversee volunteers as they help set up short-term Education programs and as they support students and chaperones in completing activities.
Administer simple existing evaluation tools, ensuring protocols are maintained, such as quick cards and/or surveys.
Represent the department, division, and the Aquarium to the public, visiting dignitaries, and the professional education community, at various meetings, events, and professional conferences.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in natural science, formal or informal education, curriculum, youth or educator development; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Understanding or knowledge of marine science content and/or integrated STEM educational practices
Knowledge of national and state standards, teaching methods, or youth development strategies
Demonstrated success facilitating educational activities with PK-12 students
Commitment to culturally responsive education
Able to write clearly, concisely, and fluently in English
Effective speaking skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Effective time management skills with the ability to support multiple simultaneous projects
Flexible with changes in work priorities
Comfort using technology as an educational tool with students, including but not limited to iPad apps, Google Suite, and web-based educational tools
Ability to work within and maintain Monterey Bay Aquarium's Core Values
Based on program focus, may prefer added qualifications:
teaching credential
extensive experience integrating STEAM, including experience training other educators in technology integration and maker tools, and managing Apple hardware
fluent Spanish speaking and writing skills
Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Job Functions:
Utilize a laptop computer, tablet, cell phone, VR headset, and other hand-held technologies; Present in classrooms (Bechtel Center for Ocean Education and Leadership, Aquarium labs, etc.) and in the field (on beaches, wetlands, forests, parks, etc.); Comfort in the water to be able to accompany students on water events, such as tide pooling, snorkeling, and boogie boarding.
Standing to present for much of the day; Regularly walking and hiking indoors and outdoors; Some pushing carts of materials.
Occasional unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs
Typical office environment, field work (beach and coastal shoreline), ocean
Hourly Compensation Range Minimum:
$24.38- $27.88 USD per hour. Starting rate will vary based on previous experience and relevant skills/knowledge set.
Education Preferred: Bachelors Preferred: Associates Preferred: High School
