GO STEM Mobile Maker Lab Project Manager

In partnership with the Outreach and Engagement Director, other Mobile Maker Lab educators, partners, and Hub staff, this position will publicly promote and support STEM programs with a high level of creativity, innovation and passion. They work well independently and as part of a dynamic and flexible team. The Mobile Maker Lab Project Manager must be able to exercise independent judgment and make decisions necessary to achieve success in Hub activities. They will have confidence working with in- and out-of-school events and activities. They will communicate effectively with sensitivity and understanding when dealing with administrative colleagues, volunteers, teachers, students, parents, industry partners and other stakeholders.

 

The Mobile Maker Lab Project Manager will utilize the GO STEM Mobile Maker Lab, a large mobile classroom trailer and extended length van in these efforts to promote STEM Hub initiatives directly in communities across Eastern Oregon.

Responsibilities

Public Outreach and Engagement

• Build and support the GO STEM Hub’s Mobile Maker Lab program presence in Wallowa, Umatilla, Morrow, Union, Grant, Baker and Harney Counties,
• Work with P-20 youth and educators on a variety of in- and out-of-school STEM projects, camps, training sessions, PreK-12 classroom visits, industry tours, and other initiatives germane to the mission, vision, values and goals of the organization pertaining to Mobile Maker Lab efforts,
• Out-of-school events (GO STEM Labs and kits, Family STEM nights, field lessons, summer/STEM camps, etc.),
• Community- and school-based events (outdoor school, STEM professional programs, Hub outreach, etc.),
• Career Connected Learning and Work-based Learning opportunities,
• STEM material supply management,
• Understand CTE/CCL/WBL pipelines and pathways,
• Develop and support curriculum and lesson planning resources related to STEM/NGSS/Common Core,
• Support schools and educators with in- and out-of-school STEM curriculum development and alignment.

Program Management

• Support and organize in- and out-of-school events for schools, communities, and organizations,
• Communicate with schools, businesses, and organizations regarding Mobile Maker Lab activities,
• Provide professional development for teachers and community organizations around NGSS, CCSS, STEM, Career Connected Learning, etc.,
• Contribute content for publication on Hub websites, social, and print media,
• Understand and adhere to Hub budgets and grant allocations,
• Provide assessment and reporting information related to Mobile Maker Lab programs, events, and outreach for effectiveness,
• Propose and implement resource development, training, and operational improvements,
• Use a trauma-informed and equity lens in design and delivery of program services,
• Maintain confidentiality of student information,
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, both written and verbal.

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