Traveling Education Instructor

Overview

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is seeking a full-time Traveling Education Instructor. The Traveling Education Instructor provides science education programming around the Pacific Northwest to communities of all ages and backgrounds. The Traveling Education team coordinates and delivers programming with schools and community partners through classes, assemblies, and the use of a portable planetarium.

• Comfortable leading groups of students and adults;
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with an emphasis on effectively interacting with and engaging diverse audiences while using a racial equity lens;
• Demonstrated ability to pivot between individual and team work;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products;
• Exercises sound judgment while upholding high integrity and ethical standards;
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and communication skills that adhere to confidentiality, protocol, and community agreements.;
• Combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree;
• Prior classroom, enrichment, or youth engagement experience.;
• Pre-employment checks, such as criminal background checks and reference checks.;
• Current Adult and Pediatric CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.;
• Valid driver’s license.;
• Meets the requirements in the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Policy, which includes passing the MVR check and meeting OMSI’s driving standards.;

The Traveling Education Instructor has a salaried rate of $46,394.12, and is eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Up to 2 weeks of sick time per year with no waiting period. Hours carry over year to year up to 520 hours;
• Multiple health plans to choose from with employee premiums paid 86% by OMSI;
• 403b Retirement;
• Free annual OMSI Family Plus Membership ($175 annual value);
• Reciprocal Employee Attractions Pass – valid for unlimited free general admission for two at 31 Oregon cultural attractions;
• Discounts on summer programs for employee’s children;