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Careers

At SAC Aerospace Museum, we expand horizons – for our employees and everyone who visits us.

Our benefits include free museum memberships; employee discounts; 401(k); dental, vision, health, and life insurance; vacation and sick leave; and more. Together we’re leading the way for the discovery of flight and space exploration in the Midwest and we’re always looking for talented new team members to join us for the ride. Let’s launch your new career today.

Community Education Coordinator (Full Time)

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Ready to work where history soars and the future of flight come to life? Join the out-of-this-world team at the Midwest’s premier air and space attraction – Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum! With over 150,000 guests each year, you’ll be at the heart of the museum’s mission to “entertain, education, and inspire” by helping guests create memories that last a lifetime!

Position Summary:

The Community Education Coordinator is a dynamic, multi-faceted role combining teaching, administration, and team management. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and growing a self-sustaining educational outreach ecosystem—including large-scale in-school performances and after-school programs. As the premier public face of the museum, this high-energy coordinator represents the organization at major community and promotional events, requiring a highly flexible schedule and exceptional physical stamina.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and implement dynamic STEM curriculum for diverse age groups for partner organizations.
  • Assist in the booking, confirmation, and all pre-event communication on behalf of the museum
  • Work with the Director of STEM Education to meet and exceed programming revenue goals.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for partner groups, running day-of educational offerings smoothly
  • Design, distribute, and analyze visitor surveys to gather measurable data points, and track program success. Create monthly/quarterly reporting for museum leadership demonstrating program growth.
  • Collaborate closely with the Visitor Education Coordinator to ensure cohesive messaging and resources sharing across all museum programs
  • Train, schedule, and mentor educational staff to ensure elite off-site program delivery.
  • Jump onto the museum floor at a moment’s notice to assist with or directly deliver programming during peak times.
  • Assist the Director of STEM Education in creating, maintaining, and scaling the long-term vision for all community educational programs.
  • Assist the Director of STEM Education with creating and maintaining partnerships within the community,
  • Attend events and festivals to promote educational offerings held at the museum.

 

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

  • 2-3 years’ experience in education, STEM, or museum studies.
  • Deep knowledge of STEM concepts and educational curriculum standards across multiple age groups.
  • Public speaking and presentation skills to deliver educational programming to groups and classrooms.
  • Knowledge of robotics, engineering, and advances in the current technological landscape.
  • A self-starter who can achieve deadlines, and capable of managing administrative logistics alongside live teaching.
  • A respectful, positive team player who can motivate part-time staff and educators.
  • Monday through Friday work week with the occasional weekend or evening event.

 

Physical Qualifications:

  • Standing and walking for extended periods to engage with program participants
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive to and from partner organizations.
  • Bend, stoop, and reach to prepare items for activities
  • This position, at times, requires sitting for extended periods and working on a computer viewing screens
  • Push or pull equipment, such as wagons and tables.
  • Lift and carry items up to 20 pounds individually, 80 pounds in a group, including educational materials, art-making supplies, and cleaning products, as needed

 

Job Type:

This is a full-time hourly position that is eligible for our benefits.

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