BILINGUAL STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH) WORKSHOP PRESENTER

Join us in helping children reach their full potential!
Workshop Presenters at Scientists in School are enthusiastic role-models who are looking to make a lasting positive impact on youth STEM interest and confidence. Our Presenters come from diverse backgrounds, yet all have one thing in common: a passion for sharing their expertise in science, technology, engineering, and/or math with the youth of today.
Our presenter-led workshops have been designed to seamlessly enhance curricula across Canada as they inspire scientific curiosity and confidence. We are seeking knowledgeable, engaging, and organized STEM experts to turn young learners into young scientists.
The STEM Workshop Presenter position is a part-time commitment with independent scheduling. Presenters will be trained in both English and French for each topic they present. All French workshops are presented online; English workshops may be online or onsite, based on the presenter’s location. Presenters earn $55 per completed online workshop and $85 for onsite.
Responsibilities:
· Deliver high quality, hands-on Scientists in School workshops in accordance with Scientists in School’s mandate.
· Participate in onboarding training and ongoing development opportunities.
· Communicate with teachers and/or community partners on a timely basis to schedule assigned workshops.
· Maintain an accurate record of workshop data through web-based application, adhering to organizational timelines.
· Submit expense reports to Scientists in School on a bi-weekly basis.
· Continually strive to enhance presentation skills.
· Participate in presenter organizational meetings.
· Share ideas with other presenters through consultation and team meetings.
· Adhere to safety guidelines as outlined in the Scientists in School Safety Manual.
· Interact in a positive and professional manner with teachers, school staff or others hosting workshops at their setting.
For onsite workshops:
· Maintain workshop materials kit in a safe and professional condition.
Qualifications:
· Science, engineering, or math degree preferred. BEd or ECE degree will be considered.
· Bilingual (French & English); must be comfortable presenting in both languages.
· Knowledge and experience in the field of science and/or engineering.
· Strong organizational and time management skills.
· Dynamic presentation style suitable for young people aged 4-13.
· Ability to express ideas clearly to children and adults.
· Excellent customer service skills.
· Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
· Proficiency using webmail, internet applications, and videoconferencing hardware and software.
· Access to high bandwidth internet.
· Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory Police Records Check for the vulnerable sector.
For onsite workshops:
· Ability to move materials bins or equipment in the workshop topic kit, weighing as much as 22kg.
· Sufficient space to store workshop topic kit(s) and transport in vehicle.
· Valid driver’s license and use of vehicle imperative.
To Apply:
Email your cover letter and résumé (as one document) to careers@scientistsinschool.ca with the subject line, “STEM Workshop Presenter Application – [your name]”.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Scientists in School:
Scientists in School is a charitable organization with an unwavering passion for getting kids excited about STEM through engaging, investigative workshops delivered to young learners across Canada. Founded in 1989, Scientists in School recognizes that early positive exposure to science is critical to instilling a life-long interest in science and setting young learners on the path to scientific literacy and a bright future.
Scientists in School is committed to an inclusive selection process. As an equal opportunity employer, accommodations are available during all phases of the recruitment process. We ask that any applicants requiring accommodation make their needs known in advance.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

• Do you have a science or engineering degree?
• Do you currently live in Ontario?
• Do you have a valid driver’s licence?

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience:

• working with elementary aged youth: 1 year (required)

Language:

• French and English? (required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details