Part-Time Mix Mentor

Part-Time Mix Mentor

The Science Museum of Virginia seeks a dynamic individual to work in The MiX as a MiX Mentor to our teen members. The MiX, is a (free) membership based, teens-only space within the Science Museum of Virginia that encourages deeper engagement in STEM disciplines through a hands-on, maker-based environment. As a MiX Mentor, you'll facilitate engaging, inquiry-based activities and guide teens ranging ages 13-18 as they build skills, confidence, and curiosity.

Mentors lead weekend programming during the school year and weekday programming in the summer, while serving as positive near-peer role models who help teens explore college and career pathways. The MiX Mentor may also occasionally support other exciting museum events and programs. If you're passionate about hands-on learning, youth mentorship, and helping young people discover their potential, this is your chance to help "light the spark."

Please note that this is a part-time position and will be scheduled for 29 hours a week on average with a maximum of 1500 hours in a 12-month period. No state benefits are provided. Interested applicants must apply at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

The ideal candidate will have experience working with teens in informal educational settings, with demonstrated STEM content knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging STEM classes, workshops, and activities. Proven experience supporting youth from low-income and at-risk populations. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills required. Experience in informal science or art programming and/or grades 6–12 education essential. Previous experience mentoring youth and supporting teens from low-income and at-risk populations is a plus.

Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license is a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite (or comparable video/audio editing software) strongly is a plus. Experience managing or creating content for social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter is a plus.

The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010).

If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume. Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks. The Science Museum will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.