Presenter - Schreder Planetarium (Short Term Assignment) at Shasta County Office Of Education
About the Employer
We are located in beautiful Northern California on the Sacramento River, near Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and many other natural wonders. We are an outdoor enthusiast's ideal destination. If you are searching for a place with affordable homes, where you can escape traffic and congestion, and with a true sense of community then come explore Shasta County, California. We are committed to ensuring that all students receive a quality education taught by highly qualified and motivated staff committed to the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student. Our mission at the Shasta County Office of Education, "To be leaders in educational excellence, offering support to schools and community to ensure Shasta County students receive a quality education preparing them for high school graduation and success in career and college". It is a mission we do not take lightly. We are accountable to our clients, not only in providing a quality education for our youth, but also in maintaining sound management practices and care in how we provide oversight to the 25 school districts in Shasta County. Together with the school district superintendents we have developed common goals centered around collaboration and support for all students throughout Shasta County. Core Values Service to and Engagement of school districts, and community partners and each other for the benefit of all students Hopeful and Helpful Aspire to improve and innovate Shared humor and joy Trustworthy Attract, hire, and retain the best employees
Requirements / Qualifications
* Qualifications • Education: Minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent • Experience working with children • Experience with public speaking preferred • Science knowledge
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: *Submit a completed online application via EDJOIN. *Submit Letter of Introduction stating educational background and experience as it relates to this position. *Submit a current resume'. (Optional) *Submit a copy or transcript for Associates degree or higher. (Optional)
Requirements / Qualifications
* Qualifications • Education: Minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent • Experience working with children • Experience with public speaking preferred • Science knowledge
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: *Submit a completed online application via EDJOIN. *Submit Letter of Introduction stating educational background and experience as it relates to this position. *Submit a current resume'. (Optional) *Submit a copy or transcript for Associates degree or higher. (Optional)
Comments and Other Information
*This Short-Term assignment is on an as needed basis, referred to as a Professional Services Agreement (PSA). Present educational programs to children in an outdoor setting and a planetarium setting. Field trips vary by week, but the planetarium averages two programs per week during the school year. Typical hours for field trips are 8:30am-12:30pm. There is also at least one public planetarium show per month, year-round in the evenings.
*Under the direction of the Director of Science, the Presenter is responsible for presenting the Schreder Planetarium programs. Each program includes four parts: opening discussions and demos; night sky presentation; full dome show; exhibits/gift shop.
* Duties and Responsibilities:
• Present educational programs to children in an outdoor setting and a planetarium setting.
• Operate the computer-based planetarium projection system
• Monitor visitor behavior during programs
• Sell items in the gift shop
* Pay rate - $17/hour
* Open Until Filled
Comments and Other Information
*This Short-Term assignment is on an as needed basis, referred to as a Professional Services Agreement (PSA). Present educational programs to children in an outdoor setting and a planetarium setting. Field trips vary by week, but the planetarium averages two programs per week during the school year. Typical hours for field trips are 8:30am-12:30pm. There is also at least one public planetarium show per month, year-round in the evenings.
*Under the direction of the Director of Science, the Presenter is responsible for presenting the Schreder Planetarium programs. Each program includes four parts: opening discussions and demos; night sky presentation; full dome show; exhibits/gift shop.
* Duties and Responsibilities:
• Present educational programs to children in an outdoor setting and a planetarium setting.
• Operate the computer-based planetarium projection system
• Monitor visitor behavior during programs
• Sell items in the gift shop
* Pay rate - $17/hour
* Open Until Filled
Application Deadline
1/20/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/8/2022
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$17.00 per hour
Length of Work Year
Short Term Assignment through May. Part-time with variable hours averaging 10 hours per week from March 13-May 26th, 2023
Employment Type
Part Time