What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Activities Specialist position at SpaceX?
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES SPECIALIST
This unique role will be a part of SpaceX's education team. Our goal is to support the education of all children who are a part of the Starbase SpaceX community. As such, this job comes with many responsibilities but primarily entails designing and leading many bespoke Starbase youth programs, especially as they relate to extracurriculars and camps.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and execute on camp programming (e.g., Summer Odyssey, Thanksgiving camp, winter break camp, spring break camps)
- Design a bespoke, rigorous, enriching aftercare program curriculum
- Create an intentional calendar of events and programs throughout the year that impacts all Starbase children
- Support the Starbase Education and Ad Astra teams in achieving their goals in academic excellence and social-emotional wellness
- Lead groups of teachers and aides in executing programming
- Work with the broader Starbase community (e.g., parents) in further building youth programming
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience building and managing significant projects to high levels of success
- Experience working in education environments with strong achievement
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Has experience building and implementing programs
- Is passionate about disruptive educational opportunities
- Has experience in prioritization and time management
- Has experience in stakeholder management and presenting to senior leaders
- Is deeply curious and ready to learn and work hard in high pressure, fast-paced environments
- Has a deep heart for all children and believes in their ability to learn and grow
- Higher education degrees in related fields
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work extended hours, through the summer
- Must be able to work holidays and weekends as needed
- Must be able tolift upto 25lbs unassisted
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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