Purpose of the job

Develop, lead and assist in the delivery of Fab Lab educational programs to ensure that the knowledge of digital fabrication is delivered in a way that promotes the objectives of the ODC Fab Lab.

Duties and responsibilities

• Identifying, developing, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating a wide variety of educational programs and related materials.
• Collecting feedback of the workshops and programs delivered and submitting reports with the recommendation to the program managers to consider enhancement of the content and the delivery.
• Researching potential opportunities, qualifying prospective clients, and collaborating in the determination of programming needs.
• Contributing to the design and development of various program evaluation tools to continually assess content and outcomes.
• Customizing program content for individual participants, as needed.
• Participating in the development and implementation of marketing plans for educational programs and services.
• Leading the program education staff and volunteers.
• Serving as unit liaison; may represent Fab Lab department in meetings for community outreach and networking purposes.
• Interfacing with students/prospective participants and provide guidance and direction regarding educational options.
• Assisting the Fab Lab Program Manager to monitor program budgets.
• Generating and preparing reports, reviewing for gaps/issues and making recommendations for improvements.

Job specification

Education

• Bachelor of Education (Preferably Technology, industrial) or Engineering (preferably Mechatronics or Production) or Applied Arts.
• Digital Fabrication and Technology certification is a plus.
• TOT certificate is a plus

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience; preferable in STEAM/STEM Education.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in designing competencies-based and project-based curriculum.
• Minimum 1 year of Project Management,
• Experience in Programming and Electronics is preferable.
• Experience in Design and CAD/CAM tools is preferable.

Skills and abilities

• Knowledge of Digital Fabrication Tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent people management skills
• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Excellent R&D and Documentation skills
• Excellent command of English.
• Communication Skills
• Report writing.
• Critical Thinking
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Innovation & Creativity
• Integrity.