Community Program Presenter at Clark Planetarium (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)

Salt Lake County•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Community Programs Presenter provides educational programming to members of the community in local library branches, Clark Planetarium events, and other community functions. Instruction provided by the Community Programs Presenter involves development and in-person delivery of STEAM curricula including lesson plans, hands-on interactive activities, and live science demonstrations. In-person delivery occurs primarily in a classroom setting or at indoor and outdoor events and festivals.

Requirements

Must pass a Utah Criminal Record background check
Highly dependable, punctual, and accountable
Engaging and enthusiastic personality
Ability to describe and convey science principles and concepts to a wide range of ages and backgrounds
Able to work independently and adapt to situations
Ability to navigate and use various social media platforms
Must successfully complete online driver’s safety program (4 hours online) and other Salt Lake County trainings
Valid Utah driver’s license and good driving record
Able to perform physical duties including: Must be able to lift 50
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Must be comfortable using educational and scientific equipment including but not limited to: liquid nitrogen, flammable gases, compressed air, etc.
Must be able to occasionally work outside in all weather conditions

Responsibilities

Present science lesson plans, hands-on interactive activities, and live science demonstrations to a variety of audiences
Provide inspiring, engaging, and educational experiences for community members of all ages and backgrounds
Accurately gather, record, and submit required information for each visit to be used for internal and state
Actively review the calendar of outreach visits several weeks in advance of each visit in coordination with other staff members
Communicate as needed with external contacts prior to programs/events to verify and finalize any necessary details (e.g., coordinating setup of equipment, verifying time and date)
Travel to outreach locations along the Wasatch Front in one of Clark Planetarium’s vans (most visits will be within a 1-hour drive)
Operate telescopes at star and solar viewing parties
Manage time and travel to arrive punctually to work and outreach locations
Create curriculum and write lesson plans
Follow safety guidelines
Other duties as Examples include but are not limited to: teaching summer camp sessions, participating in school “science nights”