Dynamic Science and Art Educator

Are you:

  • an enthusiastic creative who enjoys working with kids, brainstorming new programs and seeing a lesson plan come to life from start to finish?

  • happy to work alongside parents and customers who are looking for unique educational experiences for either themselves or their kids?

  • an educator who aims to inspire students to step away from their desks, limit their screen time and get involved with tinkering, playing and creating?

  • someone who finds the space between science, technology, engineering, art, and math fascinating and would like to share this fascination and interest with kids, youth, and adults?

  • someone who feeds off of collaboration and value working alongside colleagues who support one another?

  • a person who enjoys a creative workplace?

  • would like the opportunity to directly impact the development and growth of Toronto’s first science and art lab?

If you answered “yes” to any of the above, then this is the job for you!

Responsibilities: 

  • Teaching programs to toddlers, kids, youth and adults (classes, camps and workshops)

  • Instructing classes in our space and on location

  • curriculum development such as brainstorming lesson plans in STEAM subjects (science, technology, engineering, art and math)

  • Preparing teaching materials

  • Working alongside staff and volunteers

  • Communicating with clients

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

  • Casual dress

  • Parking onsite


Commitments:

  • Full-Time position available

  • Part-time position available




Qualifications:

  • Several years experience working with toddlers, children and/or youth in educational settings

  • Excellent organizational and planning skills

  • Confident presenting to a large group

  • Strong classroom management skill

  • High energy and strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently

  • Critical thinking skills, stress tolerance, flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to take initiative

  • Excellent customer service skills to liaison and communicate with children, parents and customers effectively

  • Commitment to the position as we are looking for team members who want to grow in their careers and grow within this business

Bonus:

  • Bachelor of Education, Masters of Education, Early Childhood Education or degrees in Fine Art or Science

  • Experience leading kids in an experiential learning setting such as school, summer camp, and museums

  • Have access to car

  • Valid driver’s license

  • First aid training

  • Police reference clearance