SMASH · 1 week ago
2026 SMASH Academy - Design Thinking Workshop Facilitator (Michigan)
Ann Arbor, MI
Part-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$30/hr - $30/hrSMASH is a non-profit organization focused on building a strong STEM workforce for high school and college students. The Design Thinking Workshop Facilitator will co-facilitate a transformative learning experience for scholars, guiding them through project-based learning and fostering skills in collaboration and inquiry-based exploration.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Attend Training (see dates above)
Adhere to the structure of curriculum provided by SMASH
Facilitate Design Thinking Workshop Sessions
+ 2.5 hrs sessions 5 days/week
+ Alternate between whole group, small group, and individual facilitation
+ Facilitate learning through inquiry
Adequately prep for sessions by reviewing material
Take attendance and communicate absences with Program Director and/or Program Coordinator
Ensure technical logistics are in order in virtual sessions during last week of program
Communicate with co-facilitators to ensure smooth lesson delivery
Guide conversation between participants, ensuring all voices are heard
Manage the space to ensure outcomes are met for the day and that the group is on track relative to larger outcomes and goals for the summer
+ Continuously assess scholar learning, provide feedback, and pivot as needed
+ Communicate and reflect with co-facilitators to ensure activities are aligned and ensure outcomes are met
+ Log student achievement data on a weekly basis
Attend Weekly Staff Meetings (1hr/week)
Attend Staff Closeout
Ensure Completion of Deliverables (e.g. log pre + post assessment scores, attendance, staff surveys, final inventory, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Commitment to SMASH's mission; willingness to embrace goals/values is essential
Demonstrated experience and success co-facilitating workshops with 40-45 participants (preferably at high school level)
A belief that ALL scholars are capable of growing and achieving as learners
Previous experience with adopting and adapting to new technologies through self-guidance and video tutorials
Results-driven; work around potential obstacles to ensure all goals are met and deliverables are completed by the end of program
Knowledge of 21st Century skills
Demonstrated effectiveness working with low-income, first generation college youth of color in diverse fields
Desire to teach with technology and improve technological skills as needed
Willingness to be self-reflective and reflexive about your individual teaching philosophy and practice
Excellent management skills; openness to various and/or new pedagogical and facilitation approaches
Flexibility in your availability for training dates and event dates
Virtual learning experience a plus
Company
SMASH
SMASH empowers brilliant underrepresented students with rigorous science, technology, engineering and math education, coursework.
Founded in 2001
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Dr Freada Kapor Klein
Founder
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