Aerospace STEAM Instructor (Part-Time)

Aerospace STEAM Instructor exists to accomplish Wings Over the Rockies’ educational mandate and responsibilities, particularly in promoting and expanding student achievement related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM). As a member of the Education department, this position works closely with the Education Program Coordinator, Education & Outreach Specialists, Aerospace Instructors, volunteers, and seasonal Summer Camp staff. Aerospace STEAM Instructor reports to the Director of Education.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach students ages 8-18 in Aerospace and STEAM lessons in a variety of museum and classroom settings at both Wings locations and throughout the Denver Metro area. Create and teach multiple middle school and high school classes centered in 3D visualization, design and printing using multiple printers and programs. 
• Work with the education team to design and implement onsite and offsite programs including the Wings Aerospace Exploration Program, summer camps, workshops, winter break camps, and other educational activities and events
• Maintain, organize and inventory the storage of curriculum and classroom supplies

Required Qualifications (Minimum Qualifications)

• Prior work experience in STEAM education or related field particularly at the middle and/or high school level.
• MUST HAVE wide-range of STEAM skills including 3D printing and design, resin printer usage and maintenance, laser-cutting, multiple visualization programs such as SolidWorks, Tinkercad, Onshape, Blender, Fusion 360, or similar is required.
• Knowledge of aerospace principles, current events, and trends, particularly in relation to aerospace education is desired.
• Self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual who demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and is centered on teamwork
• Ability to take initiative and work creatively
• Excellent organizational, communication and planning skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Ability to deal professionally and sensitively with a diverse audience and a wide range of contacts at different levels
• Commitment to social inclusion and making the Museum accessible to a wide-ranging audience
• Commitment to the Mission of the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to a quickly-changing environment
• Must have access to reliable transportation and be available occasional nights and weekends.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive decisions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with POS/CRM systems (Altru preferred) and Microsoft Office

Compensation and Benefits

The hiring for this part-time position is $25.00 annually.  

Benefits Summary

• Required Colorado State Sick Time allotment
• Retirement plan 
• Membership to the museum and other museums

ADA/Working Conditions

Wings Over the Rockies® is an air and space museum and operates in a historic aircraft hangar environment. This role requires working in a dynamic, active setting that includes proximity to aircraft, operational equipment, and public guests.

This is a full-time position, generally requiring 40 hours per week. Work schedules will vary based on operational needs and will include regular weekend hours, occasional evenings, and holidays. Weekday hours may vary depending on programming, events, and organizational priorities.

The role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, move throughout large indoor and outdoor spaces, and occasionally lift or move objects. The position may also involve working in varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations typical of a hanger setting.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

About Wings Over the Rockies

Wings Over the Rockies®, a Colorado-based non-profit organization and Colorado’s official Air and Space Museum, is committed to educating, inspiring and exciting all people about aviation and space endeavors of the past, present and future. Wings is one organization with two locations. Located in Denver’s historic Lowry neighborhood and established in 1994, the Museum features nearly 100,000 square feet of world-class historical and educational exhibits. In addition to more than 60 impressive aircraft and spacecraft, visitors discover exciting personalities, stories, and events about every aspect of aviation and space exploration. Exploration of Flight is located at Centennial Airport. Opened in 2018, it features 18,000 square feet of interactive experiences and, aviation-focused events. Visitors to the two locations come from all 50 states and more than 34 countries. For more information about Wings Over the Rockies, please visit WingsMuseum.org.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Wings’ reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary to meet organizational needs.

Work schedules and hours may be adjusted based on other operation requirements.

Nothing in this job description creates an employment contract, expressed or implied. Employment with the Museum is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or Wings at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws.