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Outreach Educator for the PlastiVan® Program Society of Plastics Engineers

Society of Plastics Engineers

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Posted:

October 30, 2017

Location:

United States

Salary:

Open

Type:

Part Time - Experienced

Category:

Plastics

Reports To:	SPE Foundation Director
FLSA Classification:	Contract/Part time
U.S. Locations Available:	Midwest, Northeast/New England, Texas, Carolinas, California

General Summary: Duties include travel throughout assigned region educating students in grades 5-12, teachers, and general public about the chemistry, history, processing, environmental issues and social impact of plastic. Outreach Educators must enjoy teaching all levels of students in an informal and enthusiastic manner.

Essential Functions:

Prepare materials for class demonstrations
Teach up to six classes per day, using provided curriculum
Market and book the program for the next school year
Schedule PlastiVan® visits
All communication to/with the scheduled schools
Travel to various locations within assigned region
Maintain a positive public image for the plastics industry and the SPE
Occasional trade shows
Market to regional or divisional Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) & the PLASTICS Industry Association meetings
Some media and public relations
Track daily expenses
Other duties as assigned
Have fun!

Job Standards:

Adhere to all SPE policies and procedures
Provide excellent service to members, sponsors, and staff
Telephone, written and face-to-face member communications are a central part of SPE's day-to-day business. Educator will be expected to treat member communications as a top priority.

About Society of Plastics Engineers

The objective of the Society is to promote the scientific and engineering knowledge relating to plastics. Every day the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) helps people and companies in the plastics industry succeed. How? By spreading knowledge, strengthening skills and promoting plastics. SPE is the only place where people from all parts of the industry can come together around important issues and technologies. SPE’s contribution to the plastics industry for over 60 years has made a significant difference to the technologies and innovations the industry enjoys today. In the process, we've developed a 20,000-member network of leading engineers, scientists and other plastics professionals, including technicians, salespeople, marketers, retailers and representatives from tertiary industries. Today, the industry is more interdependent than ever, and professional networks have taken on global dimensions. Such networks are almost impossible to develop and maintain in our fast-paced industry. Participation in SPE is a key success factor for those who want to thrive in today’s business environment.