(PT) STEAM EDUCATION SPECIALIST ($18.25/HR)

The STEAM Engine, a fast-growing 501(c)3 nonprofit STEM and Arts education startup, is looking for a visionary, dynamic, results-oriented educator who is dedicated to educational equity to join our growing team as our STEAM Education Specialist. This role reports to the Founder/Executive Director and will be responsible for formalizing the STEAM Engine’s educational philosophy; developing curriculum; training part-time STEAM Instructors, and delivering STEAM- and maker-themed lessons to PK-12 students in after-school programs across the greater Oklahoma City metro.    

As an early member of the STEAM Engine team, you will work alongside the Founder/Executive Director to build hands-on, community-driven STEAM Programs from the ground up. You will have the unique opportunity to establish the STEAM Engine’s pedagogical framework—laying the foundation for how we facilitate interdisciplinary, project-based learning in the years ahead.
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This is the ideal position for an educator or master teacher who wants to have the flexibility, creativity, and ownership to design the “what” and “how” of the educational approach behind the STEAM Engine’s “why.” We’re constantly innovating and refining our program strategy, and you’ll play a huge role in it. Come build the future with us!

To sum up, we are looking for an inspirational, visionary educator who has demonstrated experience building and delivering STEM and Arts curriculum to a variety of PK-12 students. If you are ready to meet the challenge of building the next great statewide youth education institution with a talented team of kind hearts and a big vision for the next generation of Oklahoma youth, please apply.

This job might be for you if

• You are passionate about the STEAM Engine’s mission, vision, and our commitment to our team members, partners, donors, and community stakeholders
• You have a student-centered educational philosophy with a strong desire to introduce students to Science, Technology, Education, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) through the hands-on, inquiry-based pedagogy of project-based learning in an informal learning setting.
• You are a champion for students—encouraging them to believe in themselves and their ideas until they achieve “Eureka” moments.
• You enjoy working with a variety of people— you inspire experienced and inexperienced staff and students and tailor your approach to explain just about anything to anyone.
• You are a reliable self-starter with a get-it-done approach – you hold yourself accountable and follow through on your commitments
• You are a problem-solver who is comfortable with ambiguous or broadly-defined objectives – you take on any project or challenge and provide creative solutions.
• You are a self-directed, lifelong learner – you are eager to learn new things and welcome feedback for personal and professional growth.
• You are systems-oriented – you are comfortable creating and following processes to make the team even more efficient and effective.

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Expectations

• HOW WE WORK
• HOW WE DRESS

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At the STEAM Engine, we believe that is important to reflect our position in the community as the STEAM Education experts in the way we dress and present ourselves. It also mirrors the level of professionalism expected in many STEAM industries and workplaces. 

​Our workday is fluid; you may go from a staff meeting, to unboxing and packing materials to a formal donor meeting all in the span of a few hours. To that end, we have developed a flexible dress code and uniform policy based on the setting in which we find ourselves on a daily basis.

​We recommend keeping a change of clothes nearby so that you can adjust as needed based on the task at hand.

Community Events or work-days

• STEAM Engine branded T-shirt or Polo (provided by STEAM Engine)
• Name Tag (provided by the STEAM Engine)
• Dark colored jeans without holes/fraying or Khakis
• Solid color belt
• Socks that coordinate with the color of pants 
• Neutral, solid-color closed-toed shoes (tennis shoes are acceptable if they are neutral tone-on-one)

While Teaching

• Branded Polo (provided by STEAM Engine)
• Name Tag (provided by the STEAM Engine)
• Apron (provided by the STEAM Engine)
• Dark Solid color dress pants (Grey, Tan, Black, Navy) or Khakis
• Solid color belt
• Socks that coordinate with the color of pants 
• Neutral, solid-color closed-toed shoes (tennis shoes are acceptable if they are neutral tone-on-one)

In office - smart casual to business casual

Smart Casual
Smart casual for women
Smart casual for women might include items like blazers, dresses, sweaters, trousers, skirts, blouses, heels, flats, jewelry and scarves.
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Smart casual for men
Smart casual for men includes items like sports jackets, ties, khakis, button-down shirts, polos, dress shoes, boots, clean sneakers and belts.

Business Casual
Business casual for women
​For business casual, women can wear pencil skirts, blouses, button-down shirts, trousers, khakis, blazers and sweaters. They can accessorize with simple jewelry and belts. Shoes can include flats, loafers, mules, boots or heels.
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Business casual for men
For business casual, men can wear trousers, slacks, khakis, button-downs, polos, or sport coats. Jackets and ties are optional but can be used to accessorize. Business casual shoes include loafers, lifestyle sneakers (with leather or canvas), oxfords or boots.

in meetings - business casual to BUSINESS professional

Business Casual
Business casual for women
​For business casual, women can wear pencil skirts, blouses, button-down shirts, trousers, khakis, blazers and sweaters. They can accessorize with simple jewelry and belts. Shoes can include flats, loafers, mules, boots or heels.
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Business casual for men
For business casual, men can wear trousers, slacks, khakis, button-downs, polos, or sport coats. Jackets and ties are optional but can be used to accessorize. Business casual shoes include loafers, lifestyle sneakers (with leather or canvas), oxfords or boots.

Business Professional
Business professional for women
When dressing for business professional, women should wear tidy dresses, skirts or slacks. Tops should include neat button-down shirts or blouses with a blazer. Business professional shoes include classic heels no higher than three inches, loafers or tidy flats. Women can accessorize with minimal jewelry and belts.
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Business professional for men
When dressing for business professional, men should wear a dark-colored (gray, navy) suit and tie. The tie should be simple, avoiding bright colors or busy patterns. Men should wear a button-down shirt (preferably white or light-blue) and belt. Pair with a professional, closed-toed shoe like an oxford or loafer.

Galas or formal events - BUSINESS formal

Business formal is reserved for the most formal settings such as award ceremonies, special dinners, benefits or other important evening events. Business formal is similar to “black tie,” but should be reserved to maintain professionalism.

​Business formal for women
For business formal, women might wear a dark pants suit, skirt suit or suit dress. In some cases, a cocktail or long evening dress may be appropriate. Shoe options include formal flats, heels, oxfords or loafers. Minimalist jewelry can be appropriate.
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Business formal for men
For business formal, men might wear clothing similar to “business professional”—a dark suit and tie. For this setting, a black suit is appropriate with a light button-down shirt. Wear oxford or loafer shoes with clean lines. Avoid wearing brown shoes if you select a black suit. Accessorize with belts, a tie clip or small, minimal cuff links.