EDUCATOR CREW TRAINER

EDUCATOR CREW TRAINER Overview The purpose of this position is to supervise and educate educator trainees in the history of the space & aviation program; and to motivate, stimulate, teach, and supervise trainees in a variety of Space Camp-related topics.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions Educating and Instructing Teachers Conduct Space Shuttle and International Space Station simulations training and ensure that trainees are adequately instructed in mission simulation positions and understand their roles in the overall mission.
Provide knowledgeable explanations about a variety of space and aviation-related subjects and perform lectures/briefings as assigned such as, but not limited to: Crew Systems, Shuttle Orientation, and Rocket Park & Museum History.
Ensure that teachers are adequately instructed in all program contents and activities to ensure a successful, quality, and enjoyable experience.
Notify management of issues related to supplies, issues with teachers, and issues with other Rocket Center staff as soon as possible.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for teachers and employees.
Meet and exceed the expectations of the Director of Education and other Education Department staff members for the timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks and activities.
Creating and presenting educationally sound workshops and activities for teachers Working with the Director of Education, create a 2-hour long workshop, filled with activities for teachers to take home and implement in their classrooms with relative ease.
Workshops must meet at least National Standards for Math, Science, Technology, Language Arts, Reading, and Social Studies as appropriate.
Present workshop each time throughout the summer as scheduled.
Request supplies for the workshop promptly and set up/clean up the workshop when scheduled.
Respond to the evaluation of the workshop and make changes as needed.
Must present professionally and safely.
Meet and exceed the expectations of the Director of Education and other Education Department staff members for the timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks and activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No Travel Required: No Qualifications Required Education and Experience Education: A certified teacher or senior in an education degree program is required.
Work Experience: Experience in a similar educational, instructional, and work environment is required.
Must possess excellent communication and instructional skills to instruct and teach others and be a positive role model.
Must be able to complete the one-week training period and pass all required tests (practical as well as written) as specified by Center management.
You must submit a Reference form from your school Principal.
Preferred Education and Experience A B.
S.
or B.
A.
degree with classroom experience is preferred.
Experience working with teachers in a professional development environment is desired.
Other Requirements General Requirements Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
Interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a team.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and appropriate references.
Appropriate interpersonal/personal boundaries.
Maturity of judgment and behavior.
Accepts full responsibility for their actions and how these may affect others.
Must have the ability to lead & direct.
Adherence and participation in the Center’s Safety Program.
Professional Standards Motivates each group and trainee to be goal and accomplishment-oriented.
Ensures the health & safety of the trainees as a priority.
Follows & implements all safety practices as detailed by policies & procedures.
Understands and follows all USSRC policies & procedures.
Displays positive attitude, interest, and motivation to work with the trainees, other aerospace team members, and other departments.
Effective and productive involvement with all Space & Rocket Center staff Maintains high standards for work.
Teamwork Standards Takes an interest and initiative in the development of the Department’s team.
Maintains pleasant and professional relationships with co-workers & assists as needed.
Remains positive about the team and facilitates an optimistic approach to the resolution of issues.
Maintains productive, effective, and professional relationships with all departments.
Physical Requirements of the Position This position has the following special requirements: Walking and climbing (stairs) to access other departments and experience all areas of the training center floor.
Standing for long periods (4-6 hours) or for the duration of shift instructing and operating simulators.
Carrying and lifting equipment, supplies, and objects up to 50 pounds to waist height.
Bending, kneeling, and reaching to store & retrieve supplies, operate simulators, and develop schedules & activities.
to give lectures and briefings and conduct instructional tours through the museum and other areas of the facility and campus.
Talking and hearing to communicate with supervisors, guests, trainees, and employees in person and over the telephone.
The U.
S.
Space & Rocket Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)