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Flying Cloud Institute (FCI) seeks a dedicated and inspiring educator to lead its science and art programs in community schools and during outside-of-school time. FCI is a dynamic, small nonprofit committed to inspiring the natural curiosity of children through real world science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) investigations that inspire creativity. The Education Coordinator will teach, coordinate, and design STEM residencies in K-8 classrooms for schools throughout the Berkshires. This position also works with the FCI team to appropriately budget, plan, and execute programs. They will work in partnership with local school districts, artists, teachers, STEM professionals, and nonprofit organizations to deliver meaningful experiences to youth. Most duties occur on weekdays with very occasional weekend or evening programs. - Ideally a Masters in teaching or similar education degree. Minimum requirement is a current or in-progress Bachelor or Masters degree in a STEM discipline, education, and/ or the arts - Minimum of 2 years relevant experience and a passion for K-12 STEAM education - Demonstrated experience working with children in classroom and/ or out-of-school time settings - Ability to exercise cultural competence and best practices in inclusion and equity - Child and adult First Aid and CPR certification (training provided upon hire as needed) - Must be physically able to work outside all day on occasion and lift and move up to 50 lbs. - Must have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and have had a driver\'s license for a minimum of three consecutive years. - Must be able to successfully pass a CORI and SORI background check.