STEM Workshop Facilitator

Position: STEM Explore Workshop Facilitator
Position Title:

STEM Explore Workshop Facilitator (BC)
Employment

Location:

Remote & In-School (must be located within the Greater Vancouver Area due to regular travel to schools expected as part of duties)

Employment Type:

Part-time, approximately 15–21 hours per week.

Employment Duration:
Position expected to end on/around July 2027 (Depending on grant funding, individual performance and other employment opportunities, there may be options to continue employment with SCWIST, but this is not guaranteed.)

About SCWIST
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is a national non‑profit organization working to create an environment where girls, women and gender‑diverse individuals in Canada can pursue their interests, education and careers in STEM without barriers. Our mission is grounded in values of empowerment, inclusion, inspiration, connection and sustainability. We provide mentorship, leadership development and outreach programs that encourage participation and excellence in STEM.

Through advocacy and partnerships, we work to remove systemic barriers, build inclusive networks and support long‑term career advancement in STEM fields.

About the STEM Explore Program
SCWIST's STEM Explore Program provides hands‑on STEM learning opportunities for elementary school students. Through interactive classroom workshops, students explore STEM concepts through engaging activities designed to encourage curiosity, experimentation, problem‑solving and confidence in STEM.

Workshop Facilitators play an integral role in bringing these experiences directly into classrooms and creating welcoming learning environments where students can participate, ask questions and explore STEM.

Position Overview
The Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) is seeking a STEM Explore Workshop Facilitator to support the delivery of engaging, hands‑on STEM workshops for elementary school students in the Greater Vancouver Area.

Working with the STEM Explore Coordinator, the Workshop Facilitator will visit schools to deliver STEM Explore workshops using lesson materials, presentations and activity kits provided by SCWIST.

The successful candidate should have a background in science or another STEM discipline, enjoy working with children and is comfortable presenting scientific concepts in an engaging and age‑appropriate way. This position requires regular travel to schools throughout the Greater Vancouver Area.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate in‑person STEM Explore workshops in elementary school classrooms throughout the Greater Vancouver Area.

Deliver workshop content using SCWIST‑provided lesson plans, presentations, activity materials and facilitation guidelines.

Explain STEM concepts in clear, engaging and age‑appropriate ways for students with different levels of knowledge and experience.

Facilitate hands‑on STEM activities while maintaining a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Prepare for workshops by reviewing workshop materials, presentations, activities and facilitation instructions in advance.

Coordinate with the STEM Explore Coordinator regarding workshop schedules, classroom requirements, materials and other delivery details.

Communicate professionally with teachers, school staff, STEM Expert Volunteers, SCWIST staff and other program participants as required.

Work collaboratively with STEM Expert Volunteers and other facilitators supporting classroom workshops.

Assist with preparing, organizing, transporting, setting up and packing workshop materials and activity kits as required.

Follow SCWIST procedures related to classroom safety, student engagement, accessibility and program delivery.

Observe student and teacher engagement during workshops and share relevant feedback with the STEM Explore Coordinator.

Suggest improvements to workshop content, activities or facilitation approaches based on classroom experience and the needs of students.

Maintain accurate workshop‑related records and submit required information or feedback following workshop delivery.

Participate in training, orientation and SCWIST meetings as required.

Represent SCWIST professionally and contribute to an…