Education Program Specialist - Estes Industries
Penrose, CO 81240
About the Job
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
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