STEAM Facilitator (Part-time)

Resource Area for Teaching (RAFT) is seeking a part-time STEAM Facilitator to help deliver hands-on, engaging learning experiences through our Maker Mobile program, STEAM Nights, and community events. This is a dynamic, people-centered role ideal for someone who enjoys working with youth, leading interactive activities, and contributing to a mission-driven team that inspires curiosity and discovery. Enjoy a flexible, part-time schedule (up to 16 hours per week) with hours that vary based on program needs, including school-day, afterschool, evening, and occasional weekend events. This role is grant-funded, with continuation dependent on funding availability. At RAFT, we believe learning should spark curiosity, creativity, and joy. Our mission is to help educators transform a child’s learning experience through hands-on education that inspires discovery. Through project kits, Maker Mobile events, educator workshops, and student programs, RAFT brings STEAM learning to life in meaningful and engaging ways.   What You’ll Do - Support and facilitate hands-on STEAM activities for students (TK–8) at schools and community sites - Lead activity stations or portions of events as needed - Engage students in creative problem-solving, engineering, and science challenges - Support STEAM Nights, workshops, and family engagement events - Adapt facilitation style to meet diverse learning needs - Assist with event setup, breakdown, and materials organization - Load, transport, and organize program materials (including Maker Mobile support if assigned) - Collaborate with the Education Team to improve activities and delivery - Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment   What Is Required - Experience working with youth (education, camps, afterschool programs, etc.) - Strong facilitation and group engagement skills - Ability to explain basic science and engineering concepts in a simple, engaging way - Comfortable leading or supporting hands-on, interactive activities - Strong communication and teamwork skills - Reliability and flexibility in an event-based environment   What You Bring - Experience with STEAM or maker-based learning - Familiarity with project-based learning or NGSS - Experience with community or family engagement events - Spanish language skills - Comfort using basic tools (e.g., hot glue guns, simple hand tools) If you’re energized by hands-on learning, working directly with students, and making a real impact in the community, this role offers a meaningful way to contribute. Whether you’re an educator, an aspiring teacher, or simply passionate about inspiring young minds, you’ll have the opportunity to bring creativity and learning to life in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment.