Educator

EcoExploratorio, Inc.

The EcoExploratorio, Inc. is a non-profit educational and charitable community organization. Its purpose is to establish, maintain and operate STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and resilience programs through different platforms. These range from a science museum, to promoting and developing the study of science and related disciplines in Puerto Rico. EcoExploratorio advances the scientific literacy and resiliency of the population and strengthens Puerto Rico's workforce. EcoEx is a one-stop center that offers capacity building for all ages on resilience, science, technology, mathematics, and engineering in Puerto Rico. Our mission is to inspire people to explore, share and protect the natural environment through science, engineering, mathematics, and technology.

Below are the responsibilities of the person occupying the position as well as minimum requirements (academic and experience).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and carrying out all of the education and public programs, e.g., lectures, family, community and school programs.
• At times will be in charge of their institution’s community outreach programs and writing curriculum around their museum’s collection.
• Contributes to capacity building research efforts and assists in the development and production of written capacity building materials.
• Develops workshops, lectures, seminars, symposia, and other capacity building programs.
• May coordinate volunteers.
• Other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with relative experience
• Experience and expertise in public speaking and group management skills
• Strong project management skills
• Strong leadership skills and capability
• Fully bilingual (written and spoken) – Spanish and English
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task

EcoExploratorio does not tolerate discrimination based on the protected bases of race; color; religion; sex, including pregnancy, sex stereotyping, gender identity or gender expression; national origin; sexual orientation; physical or mental disability; age; protected genetic information; status as a parent marital status; or political affiliation.

The above information has been formulated to describe the nature and general level of the tasks expected to be performed by the person who will be selected for the position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities related to the performance of the functions of the position. EcoExploratorio reserves the right to amend and adjust this document according to institutional needs.