Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana

Do you have a passion for championing girls’ ambition? Would you like to help build the female leaders of tomorrow? Join our team at Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana and become part of a movement that is 50 million women strong!

We offer amazing benefits:

• 35-hour workweek
• four weeks of PTO
• 13 holidays, including five days off between Christmas and New Year’s
• low-cost health and dental insurance
• an HSA with employer contributions

What are you waiting for? Apply today! 

Position Summary: The STEM Program Facilitator will work collaboratively with the Senior STEM Program Coordinator to schedule, plan, and facilitate after-school STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs and deliver the magic of Girl Scouting to girls in schools and other after-school youth-serving organizations. This position directly serves young girls in under-resourced communities, delivering the full Girl Scout experience to girls who may otherwise not have the opportunity to participate. The STEM Program Facilitator fosters positive relationships with girls, families, staff, and community members.  

 Essential Duties:

• Develop relationships with schools and other youth-serving organizations on behalf of Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M). 
• Schedule and maintain a calendar of after-school STEM programming, serving girls in counties throughout our council’s jurisdiction. 
• Connect and support teachers for the Empower Educators program. 
• Use our engaging curriculum to lead girls through exciting activities that cover all things STEM. 
• Ensure that programs are created and delivered in a high-quality, cost-effective manner that meets council and Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. health and safety standards, as well as adhering to the Girl Scout program.  
• Research and engage outside collaborators and partners for mobile STEM programming. 
• Incorporate Girl Scout principles into each program with girls: Allow programs to have elements of girl-led, hands-on, cooperative learning – while providing guidance and supervision as needed. 
• Model teamwork and problem solving while creating opportunities for girls to apply strategies themselves. 
• Work seamlessly with the Girl Experience team, Outreach team, and other GSNI-M staff. 
• Collect appropriate paperwork such as membership registration forms, program attendance, certificates of insurance, etc.  
• Communicate positively with parents and other community members about Girl Scouts. 
• Travel throughout the council’s jurisdiction to deliver programs. 
• Keep abreast of trends and issues in the community affecting girls, volunteers, and council STEM services.  
• Keep current on GSUSA’s policies, priorities, changes, and requirements related to the Girl Scout STEM program. 
• Work to ensure all goals for programs are met, including goals related to budget and quality program experiences. 

 Essential Skills:

• 1-2 year's experience working in small and large group settings with children. 
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, sufficient technical ability to easily work in multiple digital environments such as online training platforms and membership databases. 
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism while networking in the public arena.  
• Ability to speak passionately and with conviction about the organizational STEM program and its importance. 
• A commitment to diversity and the ability to interact with diverse populations. 
• Ability to handle sensitive information.  
• Ability to manage conflict resolution. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering education related field, or equivalent experience. 

Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledgeable about the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, Journeys and Badges 
• Familiarity with STEM and other related educational concepts 
• Networking and relationship building skills 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Organizational skills 
• Understanding of program evaluation techniques and outcome measurements 

 Physical/Mental Essential Requirements:

• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, moderate lifting and carrying (up to thirty (30) pounds).   
• Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.  
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.  
• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.  
• Occasional need to stand for long periods of time.  
• Ability to focus on detail and accuracy of work product.  
• Valid Driver's License and willingness to travel regularly to lead programs for girls across our council’s jurisdiction. 
• Travel may expose employee to inclement weather conditions.  
• Insurable under the Council’s policy for driving and proof of personal vehicle insurance. 
• Dependable transportation is a must. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. 
• Occasional high stress may be experienced in dealing with girls, staff, and volunteers. 
• A commitment and passion for the Girl Scout Mission and an ability to effectively promote and communicate the Mission and Vision to external and internal stakeholders. 
• Willingness to become a member of GSUSA. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity