Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Organization: OliOli (see www.olioli.ae)

CREATIVE LAB DESCRIPTION The Creative Lab is a hands on tinkering and making space for kids and families. The exhibits and activities in the Creative Lab Gallery are designed to facilitate opened-ended exploration and creation by children of all ages and their families.

The Creative Lab Team specializes in the development, and facilitation, of high quality, hands on making and tinkering activities for children that take place throughout the museum. These programs range from Drop In Activities, Weekend Workshops, Holiday/Summer Camps, After School Programs, Field Trip Experiences, Special Events, Off-site Outreach Programs, Corporate Team Building, and more.

From high tech to low tech, and the artistic to the engineered, we teach kids and families how tinker, design, make, and create together.

POSITION OVERVIEW The Creative Lab Manager will oversee all of the exhibits, activities, and operations of the Creative Lab Gallery. This includes the day to day set up of the gallery, as well as the maintenance, repair, and continual improvement of its exhibits and activities. The Creative Lab manager will train museum staff on how to facilitate these different exhibits and activities. The Creative Lab is the hub for art supplies, tools, and materials for the entire museum, and the Creative Lab Manager will be in charge of the organization and management of all of these supplies.

The Creative Lab Manager will assist the Director of the Creative Lab in all aspects of Creative Lab programming, from ordering and preparing materials, to teaching workshops, camps, classes and facilitating other types of events. The Creative Lab Manager, with the assistance of the Director of the Creative Lab, will also have the opportunity to develop new exhibits, activities, tinkering experiences, camps, workshops, and other programs.

The Creative Lab Manager will work towards OliOli’s vision of creating awesome experiences and memories for children, acting as OliOli’s brand ambassador, with the primary objective of engaging with all visitors in an empathetic, thoughtful and joyful manner.

Ideal candidates have strong experience as educators or teachers; strong experience and interest with making, tinkering, and creative use of technology; and most importantly, are looking for a highly collaborative opportunity where they can design, and implement their most exciting ideas for museum exhibits, activities, and programming.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain all daily operations of the gallery:

○ Prepare, setup, repair, and improve all of the activities and exhibits in the Creative Lab

○ Train, and help, museum floor staff on how to facilitate these activities in the Creative Lab

○ Manage, purchase, track, and organize all the tools and materials of the Creative Lab

○ Help keep the gallery, its classroom, cabinets, and work areas neat and tidy.

• Assist in all aspects of Creative Lab programming

○ Help with the setting up, preparation, and facilitation of all Creative Lab programs, including but not limited to, weekend workshops, holiday camps, school group workshops, offsite events, and museum wide activations.

○ With the assistance of the Director of the Creative Lab , prototype and develop new exhibits and activities for the Creative Lab Gallery as well as develop new workshops, camps, and other programs

○ Ensure safe use of tools and machines by visitors and colleagues

○ Support other museum colleagues as needed for special events and programs

• Improve communication with visitors to the Creative Lab

○ With the assistance of the Director of the Creative Lab, develop and implement new signage and instructional videos for our exhibits and activities

○ Help develop new ways to get feedback from visitors

○ Assist in developing new ways to track visitor numbers to the Creative Lab Gallery and our programs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong interest in prototyping and making
• Ability to learn technical skills quickly
• Fluency with using computers and G Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Etc)
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and problem solve in a fast paced work environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service experience
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact positively with children, adults, and large groups
• Experience working with young children (ages 2-13) and their families in informal or formal education settings
• Experience developing and facilitating, lesson plans, curriculum, classes, activities, or workshops for kids
• Ability to work with diverse staff and visitors
• Excellent grasp of the English language. Arabic is a plus

PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS Candidates should have basic understanding of, and experience with, at least 3 of the following:

• Vector based digital design programs (Illustrator or Inkscape)
• Digital Fabrication with a Laser Cutter
• Simple 3D modeling (TinkerCAD or Sketch Up)
• Basic block based coding (MakeCode and Scratch)
• Microcontrollers (Arduino, micro:bit, Raspberry Pi)
• Hand tools and small power tools (Hammers, Saws, Clamps, Drills)

MOVING

• This position would require moving to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Be an ambassador for the OliOli brand; ensure that every visitor’s experience at OliOli meets or exceeds expectations, specifically through inclusive, culturally appropriate, positive and memorable interactions with a friendly and sincere approach
• Contribute to a positive, team-based, work culture
• Collect and communicate visitor’s feedback and suggestions
• Attend to guest queries, and complaints. Amicably resolve matters with any dissatisfied guests
• The role is expected to be physically demanding and the candidate must have the physical and emotional capacity to deal with the role’s requirements
• This position requires the ability to do one or more of the following throughout the day stand, sit, walk, bend, and reach above and below shoulder level, carry objects of differing sizes and weights. Involves frequent repetitive motion
• The noise level in the work environment is highly variable, from quiet to loud
• The working timings include morning and/or evening shifts. Weekends and holidays work are required

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

• Working weekends (Fridays and Saturdays) is a requirement for this position. Off days will be on weekdays (Sunday – Thursday). Scheduling will be coordinated with the Director of the Creative Lab
• School and government holidays are the busiest times for any museum. All employees must be prepared to plan their vacations for different periods of time.

TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to learn technical skills and interest in growing those skills
• Self-starter and self-motivated; thrives working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment
• Lots of positive energy; respectful of diversity; patient and empathetic; friendly; courteous
• Interest and enthusiasm for working with children and families
• Ability to work with diverse staff and visitors
• Adaptable to perform a variety of duties

EDUCATION College degree is required. Majors in art, technology, design, or education will be a plus.

SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary will range from AED 12K – 14K a month depending on experience. Benefits:

• Relocation allowance
• Health insurance
• Annual return air-ticket back home (once every 12 months)
• Gratuity in accordance with UAE law
• 30-days annual leave

HOW TO APPLY Interested, and qualifying, candidates must send an email with CV and Cover Letter attached in PDF format to CreativeLab.OliOli@gmail.com. Please put Creative Lab Manager in the subject line.

Location: Washington D.C., U.S.A.

Duties

The Labs at DC Public Library is comprised of three Labs: The Fab Lab, a makerspace offering classes, programming and reservations for emerging technologies and more established equipment; The Studio Lab, where Library customers can learn and reserve time with audiovisual technology and equipment for audio and video recording, editing and more; and The Memory Lab, a personal digital archiving space where residents can convert and preserve content on obsolete or near-obsolete formats. Labs staff not only provide classes for the public, but also supply training and best practices in STEM/STEAM and audiovisual instruction for library staff systemwide.

• Serves as the Library’s lead specialist and advocate on maker and audiovisual technologies, and as an advisor and resource on maker and studio spaces to library staff and stakeholders. Makes recommendations regarding kinds and levels of services needed to better serve target populations.
• Together with the Labs at DC Public Library staff, conceptualizes, plans, and carries out services and projects for the Library system relating to maker and audiovisual technologies.
• Promotes the use of Labs equipment and programming, advising customers of appropriate services, and involving the library in local and national maker networks. Leverages and collaborates with local network to provide library services to District residents of all ages.
• Analyzes department workflows and develops process improvements in services, including instructional and learning pathways for Labs services.
• In collaboration with colleagues, implements a training plan to educate all library staff on basic services offered in the Labs, and opportunities for similar, appropriate services at other locations.
• Works as part of the Central Library leadership team to ensure smooth operations of the facility and a positive customer experience throughout the building.
• Fulfills other Supervisory Librarian duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution or other related field.
• Five years experience providing direct public service in a library or educational setting including three years’ experience.
• Facilitating and leading trainings on emerging, maker and/or audiovisual technologies.
• Developing services and programs, including working with community partners, such as schools, nonprofits and other government agencies.
• Designing and implementing improvements to processes, services, programs and initiatives.
• Experience supervising staff and creating a positive and productive department culture.
• Knowledge, experience and familiarity with instructional design.

To apply, or for additional details, please visit our website at http://dclibrary.org/about/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Location: Texas, U.S.A.

The University Libraries at Texas State University are seeking qualified applicants for a MakerSpace Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Technology Engagement, this position will oversee the operations, programming and ongoing development of a brand new, 3000 sq. ft. makerspace at Alkek Library. To view the full job posting, visit: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/25117.

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A.

FT/PT:                       FT beginning fall of 2019

Status:                        Exempt

Reports To:               Assistant Head of School

The Orchard School
Founded in 1922, Orchard is an independent, non-sectarian, Progressive school for 550 students in preschool through the 8th grade. Orchard is committed to advance each student’s academic success, self-confidence, open-mindedness, ethical character, leadership, and love of learning. Located in north Indianapolis on a 43- acre wooded campus with a state-of-the-art facility, Orchard promises academic excellence through a well-rounded education, engaging the natural curiosity of students in an active, child-centered, and experiential learning environment.  We seek, and strive to maintain, a diverse and inclusive school community, and are committed to the principles that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value the skills, knowledge and experiences a diverse workforce brings to our school.

The Position
The Orchard School’s Makerspace facility and program reflects our commitment to inspire a culture of innovation in our community.  Legendary shop teacher Fred Lorenz empowered generations of students to design and build their visions, and Orchard’s Makerspace reflects the innovative problem solving and practical applications that are at the heart of hands-on learning.

The Makerspace Coordinator is primarily a teaching position focused on immersing students in Design Thinking and an appreciation for creating and building.  We are looking for an extraordinary teacher of children and adults alike, with a passion for discovery through tools, engineering principles, technology, and making.  S/he will also be an innovative educator with the vision and momentum to create, and continually refine, a curricular scope and sequence that advances Orchard’s mission, philosophy, and enduring commitment to Progressive education. Drawing upon Stanford’s Design Thinking Process (Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test), the Makerspace Coordinator will work with students and faculty across our pre-school through eighth-grade program to help them define problems, develop prototypes, and build things by hand.  Beginning with the premise that empathy is at the center of all meaningful design, the instructor will work with students to develop their understanding of a variety of tools and technologies, including woodworking hand and power tools, 3D modeling and printing, circuits and electronics, and robotics. The ideal candidate will have the drive and initiative to expand upon Orchard’s long history of teaching students to use tools and technologies to make the world a better place.

Specific Duties

Curricular work

• Promote, oversee, and support all program elements of the Fred Lorenz Makerspace and associated work spaces
• With guidance from the division directors, develop and deliver learning opportunities that invite grade-level and specialty classes to the Fred Lorenz Makerspace
• Design and deliver faculty trainings, and serve as a faculty coach and mentor in the areas of design and fabrication
• Create learning experiences for Orchard students in the fields of design thinking, fabrication, engineering, robotics, coding, and computational thinking

Non-curricular work

• Maintain ultimate responsibility for all operations of the Fred Lorenz Makerspace, including equipment maintenance, supply ordering, budgets, capital purchases, safety procedures, room scheduling, and volunteer coordination
• Maintain an active presence in the local, regional, and national communities of design, making, engineering, and fabrication
• Develop partnerships with external organizations to both support the mission of the Fred Lorenz Makerspace and provide additional learning opportunities for students, both at Orchard and throughout Indianapolis
• Serve in a public-facing capacity to represent the Fred Lorenz Makerspace to external visitors
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Mobility to roam 43-acre site and hand dexterity to utilize various shop tools
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in related field
• Multiple years of experience as an educator in areas such as design thinking, fabrication, engineering, robotics, coding, or computational thinking
• Experience and comfort working with a wide variety of tools and technologies; including but not limited to woodworking tools, robotics, and 3D printers
• Experience leading workshops, trainings, and projects for faculty

• Excellent organizational and planning skills related to schedules, resource allocation, and long-range planning
• Must be able to travel in and out of town from time to time for training and education
• Must possess a valid and current Indiana driver’s license to utilize Orchard School vehicles on a regular basis

• A commitment to education
• Ability to carry out hands-on, experiential learning activities that advance the targeted learning outcomes
• Affinity and enthusiasm for working with children
• Capacity to inspire children
• Excellent communication skills
• Sound judgment and emotional maturity

Benefits

The Orchard School values our employees and offers a total compensation package designed to attract and retain talented individuals who make our school successful. Benefits include:

• Health and dental insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid long and short-term disability
• Retirement Savings Plan
• 11 paid personal days
• Tuition reimbursement

Candidates should apply by sending a resume and cover letter to hr@orchard.org by Monday, April 15^th.   Please place “Makerspace” in the email subject line.

Orchard values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. Orchard does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion or national origin in the administration of its admission, tuition assistance, or employment determination.

The Orchard School is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States.

For more information about The Orchard School, please visit: www.orchard.org.

Danville, California, U.S.A.

SUMMARY

Innovation is at the doorstep of The Athenian School—or perhaps more accurately, at the base of Mt. Diablo. Athenian is a school where virtually every part of its 75-acre campus near the beautiful San Francisco East Bay hills is a space for discovery and experimentation. But what makes Athenian truly unique is the role of the student in the learning process. Students don’t just own their learning, they live it—whether spending three months building an airplane or spending three weeks camping in the wilderness.

The Carter Innovation Studio (CIS) is part of the newest learning commons on campus, having just opened in fall 2018. This 5,200 square foot design lab features a shop area with metal and woodworking tools, an industrial arts area, a computer/CADD/3-D printer space, and three classrooms. Its central location at the heart of Athenian’s campus is no accident. Athenian wants the CIS to be a hub of experiential learning activity for both middle and high school students. To lead this exciting initiative, Athenian seeks an inaugural director of the Carter Innovation Studio well versed in design, engineering, fabrication, and computational thinking. This position reports to the director of teaching and learning and begins on July 1, 2019—or earlier by mutual agreement.

For more information please visit the following link, which contains the job opportunity statement and complete application instructions.

www.EdTechRecruiting.com/jobs/athenian

IMPORTANT DATES

Post Date:                               February 14, 2019

Application Deadline:           March 11, 2019

Decision Announced:            End of March

Start Date:                              July 1, 2019, or earlier by mutual agreement

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Curricular work

• Promote, oversee, and support all experiential learning in the Carter Innovation Studio (CIS)
• With guidance from the director of teaching and learning and the division heads, develop and deliver learning opportunities that invite traditional classes to the CIS
• Design and deliver faculty trainings, and serve as a faculty coach and mentor in the areas of design and fabrication
• Teach a class in the field of design, fabrication, engineering, computational thinking, computer science, or applied science
• Serve on the Curriculum Think Tank, which is led by the director of teaching and learning and includes department chairs and program directors

Non-curricular work

• Supervise the CIS staff, which includes a part-time shop manager
• Maintain ultimate responsibility for all operations of the CIS, including equipment maintenance, supply ordering, budgets, capital purchases, safety procedures, room scheduling, and volunteer coordination
• Maintain an active presence in the local, regional, and national communities of design, engineering, and fabrication
• Develop partnerships with external organizations to both support the mission of the CIS and provide additional learning opportunities for students
• Serve in a public-facing capacity to represent the CIS to external visitors
• Other duties as assigned

ATHENIAN IS LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE

Professional Qualifications:

• Multiple years of experience as a classroom teacher in areas such as design, engineering, fabrication, computer science, or computational thinking
• Experience overseeing or supporting the operations of a shop environment or fabrication lab
• Experience planning curriculum and developing student learning outcomes for design and engineering, in partnership with teachers of other disciplines
• Experience leading workshops, trainings, and projects to faculty, preferably for both middle and high school teachers
• Immersion in diversity work—both in training and in implementation—and a commitment to fostering culturally competent and inclusive classrooms
• A track record of establishing successful partnerships with faculty
• Experience designing and implementing project-based and experiential learning
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which is a minimum requirement, though a graduate degree is highly desirable

Leadership and Personal Qualities:

• Inspirational, pragmatic, diplomatic, and patient leadership
• Authentic empathy, warmth, and collegiality
• Confidence and humility, together with a sense of humor and warm personality
• Savvy communication and presentation skills
• A collaborative, cooperative, and growth-oriented mindset
• Enthusiasm for students to pursue their passions, talents, and interests, both in and out of the traditional classroom
• A vision that is aligned with the needs of a dynamic and diverse faculty and staff
• A passion for building community and facilitating adult learning

TO APPLY

For more information please download the opportunity statement, which contains complete application instructions:

www.EdTechRecruiting.com/jobs/athenian

Location: Morristown, New Jersey U.S.A.

Seeking an engineering design/makerspace educator for Fall 2019, to teach and support teachers in a forward-thinking, student-centered academic program. Three course load in design and/or engineering, as well as supervision of the school’s new 9000 sq. ft. makerspace. The candidate should be comfortable working with middle school students, upper school students, and faculty. He or she will also be available to support the school’s two-week Summer Institute. The successful candidate will embrace the makerspace as venue for critical problem solving and creativity, through a set of classes run from the space, as well as for classes across disciplines and independent student work. Relevant degree, thorough familiarity with makerspace technology (i.e. lasercutter, 3d printer, CAD software), and previous teaching experience required. Above all, we are seeking candidates able to embrace our School’s academic vision, helping to develop curriculum and teaching according to its core tenets.

Please send cover letter, C.V., statement of teaching philosophy, and reference list to Dr. John Mascaro, Dean of Faculty, Morristown-Beard School, 70 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ 07960. Email: employment@mbs.net; no telephone inquiries please.

An exciting Makerspace opportunity! University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is recruiting a Director for their BeAM (Be A Maker) Makerspace network. The BeAM Director will collaborate with other stakeholders to develop BeAM into a program of national prominence and plan for the resources, staffing, facilities, and assessment for a BeAM network totaling over 20,000 square feet.

For additional details, please view http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/148337.

Ravenswood City School District, East Palo Alto and Menlo Park, CA, USA

Ravenswood City School District (serving East Palo Alto and eastern Menlo Park) has 8 public school sites, each with a staffed and equipped makerspace. We serve students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.

We will have 2 lab manager/tinkerer positions open next year (starting in August). These are full-time positions with benefits, a teaching credential is not required. One job is taking over an established makerspace at an elementary site, and the other position is opening a space at our new middle school.

For the middle school position, you will be setting up your new space (with a lot of support). We have ordered some of the big equipment (including a GlowForge and Epilog Mini, and Carvey CNCs.) But the lab manager at this site can still make some of the buying and space set up decisions (if they want to).

Some bonuses to Ravenswood:

• We have weekly team professional development (where we share resources and support), so you are part of a cross district team and are not working alone
• We benefit from resources and incredible support through our collaboration with Stanford University. Tinkerers often participate in professional development at Stanford directly with the Fablearn Team
• Working directly with our students can bring a lot of joy and meaning to your work, this is a job where you really can have a huge impact and change lives
• You have access to amazing tools and equipment (lasercutters, robotics, sewing, CNC mills, basic prototyping supplies, etc)

Link to more information about our program and district: http://www.ravenswoodmakerspaces.org/

Link to the application: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1064411

Blue Oak School – Napa California