Education Program Specialist

The Education Department at Estes Industries is excited to welcome a program specialist to

join the team. This is a new opportunity to work with the leaders in STEM education for over 65 years. This role

will be responsible for helping implement an off-site aerospace program that provides engaging and educational

activities to youth grades K-8 at youth programs, summer camps, and educational events. This person will lead

the program instruction and be responsible for teaching up to 2 sessions a week. The role will also include

supporting the Director of Education with various tasks including coordinating programming and adapting and

developing educational content.

Essential Functions:

- Inspire the next generation through hands-on learning, inclusive practices, and interdisciplinary STEM

approaches

- Lead off-site educational programming for K-8 youth (up to 25 children at a time, curriculum and training to be

provided by Estes)

- Support educators with using model rockets via webinars, presentations, or trainings

- Adapt existing educational rocketry content and create new content for youth programs, camps, and

afterschool programs

-Outreach to local (Colorado) camps and programs to promote Estes' educational programming

We are looking for someone with experience leading youth programs (ex: 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Club) and/or summer camps who is comfortable facilitating activities with youth. Additionally, experience teaching or working in a classroom is a bonus.

Special Requirements

- Minimum bachelor's degree in education, science, or math (Teaching certification and/or Master's degree preferred)
- Experience working with children and leading lessons/activities with large groups of students is required -Minimum one year teaching experience preferred
- Background or interest in science (experience with model rockets is a plus!)
- Interpersonal skills are a must
- Organized and attentive to detail
- Creative, innovative, ability to think outside the box
- Able to receive feedback well
- Experience with Microsoft Suite and Adobe Acrobat

Additional Requirements

- Must be located in Colorado (for program implementation)

- Valid driver's license and access to vehicle (frequent travel)

- CPR and/or First Aid Certification is a plus

Salary: $24/hour