Employment
The EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum is always seeking dedicated individuals to assist with making the basic elements of science and mathematics available for students and adults to investigate hands-on. Positions at the museum range from part-time STEAM Internships that help run and teach science camps, to administrative positions that help plan programs and reach the public, to engineers that help build exhibits, to full-time teaching positions that make an impact in a significant amount of programs offered at the museum. Please see below for a list of all currently available positions. Applications for STEAM Interns and Instructor are accepted year-round for the upcoming season. If you are interested in volunteering at the EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum, please see the Volunteer page
Positions
General Description of Responsibilities:
The Pediatric Clinical Assistant position is a full-time or part-time, seasonal position that assists program participants with medical needs care during summer camp programs.
The incumbents will be responsible for following proper medical care practices for children in preschool through 12th grade on-site during summer camp programs. Common medical needs children include allergic reactions, asthma, and daily medications. Uncommon higher needs children include type-1 diabetes and epilepsy. This position will be responsible for keeping track of the medical needs of program participants week to week and following appropriate care plans. Incumbents will work alongside with and have access to EUREKA!'s Child Care Health Consultant as a resource throughout the summer. This position requires a strong leader who is passionate about health and science education, has a desire to work with youth, and who can provide meaningful, fun learning experiences to program participants.
Essential Job Functions:
- Work with the Child Care Health Consultant to create medical care plans for higher medical needs participants
- Provide care as needed for sick/injured participants when necessary
- Follow proper procedures to administer medication as needed
- Properly record all medical care administered
- Communicate with administrative staff and parents regarding medical needs of program participants
Requirements:
- Degree (or enrolled in a degree program) related to Health Care/Sciences
- Successful outcomes on a criminal background check
- Documentation of COVID-19 immunizations
Desired Qualifications:
- Interest in pediatrics field preferred
Licenses, Certificates or Equipment Required:
- CPR, First Aid, AED training required within 90 days of hire
- Additional required training sessions with the Child Care Health Consultant based on program participant needs
Additional Information:
Wages are dependent on the applicant's qualifications. Pediatric Clinical Assistant position starts at $18.00/hour. This position is seasonal starting no later than May 22, 2023 and ending August 11, 2023. Opportunities for part time employment after the position ends are available.
To apply, submit this application. Our hiring team will reach out to you within seven days. If you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to our hiring team at hiring@eurekasciencemuseum.org.
General Description of Responsibilities:
The STEAM Instructor position is a full-time or part-time, year-round position that assists with all educational programming offered through the EUREKA! Science Museum and other partner organizations.
The incumbents will be responsible for engaging and educating children in preschool through 12th grade about STEAM using demonstrations and hands-on activities. STEAM Instructors deliver educational content in camp programs, after school programs, no school days, tutoring, field trips, birthday parties, outreach demonstrations, and more. The individuals in these positions will be responsible for developing and co-instructing STEAM lessons, providing inquiry based feedback to program participants, and managing classroom behavior. This position requires a strong leader who is passionate about science education, has a desire to work with youth, and who can provide meaningful, fun learning experiences to program participants.
Essential Job Functions:
- Co-instruct lessons with peers, admin staff, and other EUREKA! staff and volunteers
- Effectively manage classroom behavior
- Support math instructor in local schools
- Supervise an after school program on site
- Communicate with participants and families regarding registration
Requirements:
- Experience teaching in a formal or informal setting for two or more years
- Successful outcomes on a criminal background check
- Documentation of COVID-19 immunizations
Desired Qualifications / Experience:
- Teaching Certification (preschool through 12th grade accepted)
Licenses, Certificates or Equipment Required:
- CPR, First Aid, AED training required within 90 days of hire
Additional Information:
Wages are dependent on the applicant's qualifications. Full-time positions start at $41,000 / year with benefits options available.
To apply, submit this application. Our hiring team will reach out to you within seven days. If you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to our hiring team at hiring@eurekasciencemuseum.org.
We have finished hiring for our Summer 2023 seasonal teaching opportunities. We will open applications for the 2023-2024 school year positions in June. We will open applications for the Summer 2024 seasonal teaching positions in December. If you are interested in summer or school year employment for a position that is not listed above, please reach out to us at hiring@eurekasciencemuseum.org
