About Our School

Atlanta International School (AIS) offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum to all students, from 3K through grade 12. Our challenging academic programs develop internationally-minded, critical-thinking students able to take complex and often disparate knowledge, concepts and skills, and forge these into new and unique ways of solving problems. We provide a rigorous education in a diverse, multicultural, multilinguistic community where the reality and hope of human potential are in action.

Our mission at AIS is to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. All AIS employees believe deeply in the potential of each student, value critical thinking (their own and students’) and know learning can be fun and exciting. AIS offers an incredible spirit of community and diversity of perspectives that come from students, families, and employees representing more than 90 nationalities and over 60 languages.

Job Purpose

The Maker Space / STEAM Lab Assistant and Project Manager works with the Associate Director of Innovation and teachers in the primary and middle schools in the overall day to day operation of the AIS FabLab (Maker Space / STEAM lab) to the deliver the school’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) program, which includes hands-on, project-based and inquiry learning experiences for young learners to explore interdisciplinary STEAM topics. This position also assists with the administrative tasks associated with managing projects in the Innovation & Research department. Strong candidates will be energetic, organized, and passionate about STEM and technology, while also being dedicated to the development of students’ critical thinking skills.

Position Title: Maker Space / STEAM Fab Lab Assistant and Project Manager

Division: Innovation & Research

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Innovation

Starting Date: Immediately

Responsibilities

Assists in the overall day to day operation of the AIS FabLab (Maker Space / STEAM Lab)
Assists in the planning and the delivery of the STEAM program: coordinating and logistics planning of hands-on, inquiry-based STEAM learning experiences
Promotes and coordinates cross-disciplinary opportunities in the AIS FabLab
Provide service in a pleasant, helpful and effective manner to AIS students, faculty and other members of the AIS community
Organizes and maintains the AIS FabLab in a clean, safe and orderly condition
Optimizes and prepares the use of the AIS Fablab and equipment for student and class projects
Assists with circulation of AIS FabLab equipment and materials including but not limited to the loan, return, reservation, and weeding of materials
Assists in the development and creation of displays and announcements to encourage AIS FabLab usage
Performs clerical duties (i.e. scheduling, digital communication, ordering, labeling equipment and materials)
Assists teachers and students in locating and selecting appropriate materials for STEAM-related projects
Maintains appropriate safety and behavior of students
Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about FabLab patrons
Performs such other duties as are consistent with the position and assigned by the Associate Director of Innovation and Directors of Innovation
Participates in professional learning activities which align with school and Innovation improvement goals
Participates in professional learning activities designed to enhance technology use and STEAM learning skills
Participates in staff development opportunities provided by the school

Requirements

Associate Degree, Bachelor degree or equivalent
Proficiency in English or English and one or more languages
Experience with and knowledgeable about technology and hands-on learning experiences for children
A commitment to equity and inclusion
Enjoys working with students, staff and parents in an educational setting
Has strong computer skills and familiarity with Google applications
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, squat, reach and lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Able to work in a team environment
Able to follow written and verbal instructions and organize materials alphabetically and numerically with speed and accuracy
Able to maintain confidentiality
Able to prioritize tasks and to adjust to work assignments and/or schedule changes
Demonstrates a positive attitude toward work assignments
Accepts responsibility for work assigned
Accepts constructive criticism

KEY ROLE COMPETENCIES

Adaptability
Builds Relationships and Rapport
Caring
Collaborative
Creative and critical thinking
Inspiring
Learner
Seeks Feedback
Self-motivated
Strong communication and organizational skills

TO BE CONSIDERED

To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please submit the following items through our online career site https://www.aischool.org/our-school/careers: a letter of interest, resume, and email and phone contact information for three professional references with at least one being supervisory in nature by the stipulated deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.

EEO

AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws

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