JOB OVERVIEW

AIMS is seeking a passionate, organized, and hands-on Maker Studio Manager to lead and grow our dynamic maker space. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and collaborative educator with a background in the maker movement, inquiry-based learning, design thinking, and a passion for empowering youth and community members in hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) learning. The Maker Studio Manager will oversee daily operations, maintain tools and equipment, facilitate programs, and collaborate with staff, educators, and volunteers to deliver engaging maker-centered learning experiences for all ages.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following qualifications are required for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEAM-related discipline
• Teaching or facilitation experience with youth (ideally ages 8–18)
• Experience with makerspaces, fab labs, and design thinking in the PK-12 or similar environment
• Personal experience with tool-based making processes as well as diverse materials (wood, cardboard, paper, fabric, etc.)
• Proficiency with makerspace equipment and software (e.g., Tinkercad, 3D printers, laser cutters, microcontrollers)
• Strong attention to detail, collaborative spirit, excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, awareness of issues relating to access and inclusion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in a STEAM-related discipline
• Bilingual or multilingual abilities
• Experience in facilitating professional learning with educators
• Experience with tools and equipment currently available in the maker studio (such as: Universal Laser Cutter; Roland Vinyl Cutter; Cricut Cutter; Lilypad Arduino; Raspberry Pi; micro:bit; Circuit Playground Express; Soldering; 3D printers; Sewing, Serger, and Embroidery machines)
• Experience with community outreach, grant writing, and event coordination

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands include:

• Regular standing, walking, and sitting
• Occasional reaching, stooping, or kneeling
• Lifting and moving objects up to 30 pounds
• Visual and auditory acuity for communication, computer work, and tool operation

Work environment includes:

• Indoor studio/office with light to moderate noise from tools and equipment
• Occasional travel for meetings or events
• Evening or weekend hours may be required for special programming