Assistant Educator

Organization: Explora!

Location: 1701 Mountain Rd NW Albuquerque, NM 87104

An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Summary:

Responsible for facilitating inquiry-based and experiential learning experiences for an
out-of-school time audience of middle school students; supporting middle school students in
completing homework assignments; creating STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art,
and math) interactions that are engaging, effective, and memorable for program participants.
Model Explora's pedagogy, demonstrate excellent customer service, create a welcoming
atmosphere, be community-minded, and contribute positively to the Explora Education Team.
Preferred qualifications: Degree-in-progress in a field of emphasis (i.e. education, family
studies, physical science, biology, art, early childhood, etc.) or equivalent experience in
out-of-school education settings. Explora is committed to sustaining a culturally diverse staff
that reflects the demographics of New Mexico and strongly encourages applications from
candidates of color.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Create a welcoming out-of school time program at an area middle school
* Facilitate inquiry and experiential educational programs
* Create STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) interactions that are
engaging, effective, and memorable for program participants
* Support middle school students in completing homework
* Collaborate with other educators and Explora staff members in the development of
programs and maintenance of program materials
* Deal appropriately with troubling situations or comments; escalate situations quickly to
lead education and/or manager
* Comply with all operational policies of Explora and school sites, especially those
involving the safety of program participants, fellow workers, volunteers, and visitors
* Demonstrate excellent customer service and create a welcoming atmosphere at all
times
* Interact well with students, school staff, parents, and co-workers
* Maintain a current and valid driver's license to perform work duties if position requires
activities that require travel
* Work Monday-Friday from 2:30-6pm on days Albuquerque Public Schools is in session
* The duties and responsibilities outlined above do not comprise a comprehensive list but
are intended to provide a representation of the general nature and level of work
performed by an employee in this capacity; Explora maintains the right to augment or
delete duties and responsibilities as business dictates

Minimum Qualifications:
* Experience working with young teens, especially in an informal setting
* Degree-in-progress in field of emphasis (i.e. education, family studies, physical science,
biology, art, early childhood). An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
may be substituted, as long as it directly relates to the essential duties and
responsibilities
* Expressed interest in scientific and artistic phenomena and in education
* Ability to work both independently and with a team
* Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and planning skills; good verbal and written
communication skills
* Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Functional Work Characteristics:
* Requires standing and/or walking, with regular need to perform physical actions that
include, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling materials, pulling,
carrying, and pushing
* May occasionally require lifting of various materials and equipment to a maximum of 50
pounds
* Facility may expose employee to loud noise levels, temperature changes, and physical
obstacles
* Must pass a federal background check upon employment
* Must complete First Aid and CPR training upon employment

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.