Education Program Assistant
Theme: Science Education
Location: Vernon
Position Description
May is a busy and exciting time at the Okanagan Science Centre! We visit schools to deliver science programs, have classes come visit us for field trips and hands-on science, deliver weekly homeschool programs, are starting to plan for our summer camps, and more! During the CFE, teacher candidates will have the opportunity to develop and revise curricula for our school programs, homeschool programs, outreach, and/or summer camps. Additionally, teacher candidates will gain STEM-based teaching experience at the centre or in the field alongside our programming staff.
| Expected hours | Monday or Tuesday to Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.(schedule will be determined closer to the time and will depend on our bookings) |
| # of placements | 2 |
Organization Information
The Okanagan Science Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization whose mission is to inspire scientific inquiry through dynamic and interactive learning experiences, and to encourage all ages to appreciate the relevance and universality of science and its application in our region. We share our love of science through field trips and school outreach for students in grades K-7, gallery shows, camps, homeschool programs, onsite visits, birthday parties, and community outreach.
Okanagan Science Centre Website