STEAM Facilitator (Part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

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.