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About Us Employment Thank you for your interest in working at the Science Factory. » Education Director Education Director
Posted: May 19, 2010
WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Thank you. The Science Factory in Eugene, Oregon has an opening for Education Director. The Science Factory is a science museum with a planetarium that serves children ages 2 to 14 and their teachers and families. The Education Director is responsible for coordinating all non-planetarium educational programs including vacation camps, school field trip programs, special weekend educational events, and outreach programs. He/she supervises part-time educators, camp instructors, and volunteer docents and counselors who help implement the various educational programs. He/she also teaches programs on an as-needed basis and oversees the education department budget. The Education Director is expected to work collaboratively with other staff on museum initiatives as they relate to education and to make external connections to the educational community. He/she reports to the Executive Director. POSITION OVERVIEW: This is a full-time, non-salaried position with health benefits. The work week is typically Monday through Friday, but the position also requires weekend hours at least once a month. A bachelor's degree in education or science and experience in science education is required. The pay rate is $14–$17 per hour, depending on experience. Applicants should have a driver's license and be willing to undergo a background check. TO APPLY: Send a cover letter and resume to: Education Director Search Attn: Dr. Carolyn Rebbert Science Factory 2300 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, Or 97401 OR to crebbert@sciencefactory.org. Review of applications will begin June 1, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. ABOUT THE SCIENCE FACTORY The Science Factory's mission is to engage, excite, and inspire children to explore science, technology and humanity. A hands-on museum for children ages 2-14, the Science Factory features science-focused exhibits, a planetarium, enrichment classes, and summer camps. An active partner with area school districts, the Science Factory is a popular destination for field trips. Set in Alton Baker Park, in a building that is owned outright by the museum, the Science Factory uses its surroundings to full advantage, incorporating the park's ponds and meadows into its summer camps and educational programs. A premium location adjacent to the University of Oregon's Autzen Stadium gives the Science Factory great visibility as well as an ample source of revenue from the sale of football game parking. The Science Factory has served multiple generations since opening in 1961, and is currently preparing to better meet the community's needs now and in the future. |
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