Educational Resources Coordinator

Location

Waterloo, ON | Canada

Job description

Term: 2 Years

The Educational Resources Coordinator (ERC) will work within the Science Outreach team to ensure that the engagement opportunities and educational resources we provide are current and of the highest standard. The incumbent will use their strong skills in instructional design to develop materials aligned with best practices in education and outreach, to strengthen the relationship between the Faculty of Science and the community. In collaboration with the Manager, Science Outreach and the Science Museum Curator, the ERC will liaise with researchers, teachers and special interest groups to best represent scientific research and discoveries at the University of Waterloo, creating outreach materials relevant and accessible to the intended audience. The ERC will assist in training our students and staff in outreach activity facilitation.

The Educational Resources Coordinator provides critical connections between several units internal to the Faculty of Science including Outreach, Communications, Advancement, as well as the departments and professional schools, coordinating multiple efforts between these partners to provide quality scientific engagement with the wider community.

Develop, implement, and evaluate Science Outreach educational resources:

• Research and stay current with best practices in instructional design for the K-12 level
• Create exemplary science education programming based on thorough knowledge of teaching and scientific communications practices, and engagement with Faculty of Science researchers, local school board teachers, and the wider community
• Develop materials around existing exhibits within the SMG and ESM, for deeper learning opportunities
• Explore new and innovative ways to engage all learners in science education

Engage, promote, and liaise with Waterloo Science researchers:

• Maintain awareness of key research areas within the Faculty of Science
• Provide tutorials and direction to student volunteers, staff, and researchers around audience engagement and material development intended for the non-science community

Engage and liaise with teachers and school boards:

• Promote Science Outreach programs by attending Science Head meetings and organizing teacher PD days
• Review Science Outreach programming by engaging teachers and students while gathering feedback

Collaborate, advise, and consult regarding Science Outreach educational resources:

• Provide education program training and guidance for term-based coop students, work study students and volunteers, and guidance for other presenters with respect to audience-specific communication
• Consolidate existing educational resources (e.g. Chem13News, WatonEarth, ESM virtual tour, Timeline of Elements exhibit) and develop summary guides highlighting topics relevant to the Ontario science curriculum or current interest

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or a related field
• Degree in general education or teacher’s certificate is an asset, or 3 years or more work experience in educational or museum settings
• A record of and commitment to participating in ongoing learning and engagement in the areas of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility
• Proven ability to assume responsibility under minimum supervision
• Proven ability to manage a large volume of work, conflicting priorities, and deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and thrive in a collaborative environment and to apply a positive team approach to working with colleagues within and outside of the Faculty
• Up to date on current science topics often highlighted by the media
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strengths in relationship building, interpretation of data, process analysis, communication, presentations, collaborative teamwork, and knowledge of scientific research at Waterloo will all be required for this role

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations .

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at  [email protected] or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.

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