Careers with WhyMaker


WhyMaker is growing rapidly and always looking for new ways to help teachers.




WhyMaker is looking for individuals, who are dedicated, highly motivated, passionate about STEM and making great content for other educators to join our team to do contract work.

Whymaker is seeking multiple STEM instructional designers to be part of our growing team. The right candidate will be able to work independently, meet a strict timeline, be excited about creating the best content possible, and willing to collaborate with other team members (virtually) as needed.

Looking to fill the position(s) as soon as possible.


QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have:
    

  • Teaching experience REQUIRED (6th-8th/ 9th-12th or CTE focus is preferred)
  • Strong background in STEM
  • Created content for the general population of teachers across the US (not just yourself)
  • Ability to research, find and use the appropriate standards
  • Be action-oriented providing ongoing project updates
  • Independent thinker and problem solver
  • Neat and organized, paying attention to details
  • Be open to feedback and modifications
  • Excellent grammar and writing skills
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  •  Create new and unique hands-on projects for K - 12 classrooms
  • Generate objectives and outlines of lessons and activities
  • Develop scope and sequence for long curriculum units. Create content that is easy to follow for teachers and engaging for students
  • Lead in developing instructional materials and student materials for lesson plans or activities: 
    - Instructional materials may include writing in specific lesson plan templates, creating assessments, objectives, connecting to standards, teacher training information, front matter, additional resources, and be for virtual or in-person.
    - Student materials may include worksheets, design journals, portfolios, labs, instructions, assessments, etc.
  • Create content that is easy to follow for teachers and engaging for students
  • Implement diverse instructional strategies for diverse groups of learners
  • Compile into well polished and client-ready document based on templates provided

BENEFITS
Flexible work schedule
Remote work
Small team
Learning & leadership opportunity
This is a W9 contractor position for approximately 10 hours per week.
Pay is project based. (Ranging from $500-$2k)


HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and portfolio here
You can contact info@whymaker.com with any questions or concerns. 
Check out www.whymaker.com for more about what we do.

WhyMaker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


STEM Curriculum Writers and Instructional Designers








We currently have 4 open positions available. Check out the links below to learn more about each position.

1. STEM Curriculum Writers and Instructional Designers
2. Professional Development Facilitator - Minneapolis-Saint Paul Area
3. Sales Support Specialist
4. Short-Term Contract Educator and Instructional Designer - Stonybrook University 




Professional Development Facilitator




JOB DESCRIPTION
WhyMaker is seeking multiple Professional Development Providers to be part of an exciting Computational Thinking and STEM Solutions project in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area. This position will develop and deliver professional development workshops to teachers in small and large group settings, in addition to coaching teachers through best practices in implementation. The right candidate will be able to work independently, meet a strict timeline, be excited about creating the best content possible, and collaborate with other team members at WhyMaker as needed. 

*Following this contract, there will be availability for fully-remote work based on performance.
 
SKILLS
  • Must be able to articulate session topics and ideas clearly and effectively to adult learners 
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the audience
  • Ability to build rapport with the audience and understand their needs and challenges
  • Essential to be able to lead discussions, facilitate group activities, and encourage participation in creating an interactive and engaging learning environment
  • Excellent Communication skills 
  • Excellent grammar and writing skills
  • Be open to feedback and modifications

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree required 
  • Teaching experience and certification required
  • Proficient in delivering professional development workshops that are engaging, interactive, and use a range of techniques
  • Ability to collaborate with instructional designers to create workshop materials. Must have subject matter expertise in robots such as Sphero Indi, Sphero Bolt, Sphero RVR, Computational Thinking, and general STEM Principles
  • Must have experience creating and delivering high-quality professional development
  • Must have some experience with instructional coaching either in small groups or individually
  • Must be familiar with technology and presentation tools
  • Proficient in Google Suite
  • Must have reliable transportation within Minnesota

BENEFITS 
Semi-Flexible work schedule 
Small team 
Learning & leadership opportunity

SALARY RANGE
$24-26/hour,  mid-Feb through June 2024 (with potential for remote work extension after June 2024)

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume here
You can contact info@whymaker.com with any questions or concerns.
Check out www.whymaker.com for more about what we do.


WhyMaker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


Minneapolis-Saint Paul Area




Sales Support Specialist


WhyMaker is looking for a virtual Sales Support Specialist to join the sales team. This person will be an assistant to the sales manager (who is also the CEO) and will be responsible for taking ownership of the sales process from start to finish. They will generate new leads, book discovery calls, manage the calendar, build & maintain relationships, and update & maintain the database. This role requires a self-starter, someone who is comfortable managing their manager, with excellent customer service, someone who is personable and who excited about designing the future of education. It is important for this person to be proactive and highly organized with great attention to detail in following instructions and processes.

This is a part-time role that is completely remote.

The successful candidate will:
  • Be able to manage the complexities of the education sector
  •  Identify potential clients, generate leads, and set appointments
  •  Participate in discovery calls and internal meetings
  • Collaborate with the team to compile services
  • Create proposals
  • Follow up and track progress on sales opportunities
  • Maintain client files and databases
  • Meet sales targets and deadlines
  •  Be a quick, continuous learner who is committed to closing sales and creating winning bids to help change the future of education
  • Provide updates on sales activities to management

SKILLS:
  • Strong project and time management
  • Proactive problem solver
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Self-starter
  • Detail oriented
  • Organized
  • Can manage multiple projects at the same time
  • Works within deadlines
  • Highly Organized
  • Resourceful
  • Quick learner
  • Team player who supports others
  • Experience with Google Drive 
  • Experience with Monday.com is a bonus
  • Ability to understand and simplify complex business ideas
  • Strong administrative skills with the ability to prioritize 

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in the Education Sector is an asset
  • Degree in business, English, communications, education or related field is preferred
  • 2+ years experience sales experience
  • Proficiency with CRM software and technology
  • Knowledge of sales techniques and strategies
BENEFITS 
Flexible work schedule 
Remote work (we love travelers) 
Small team 
Learning & leadership opportunit


SALARY RANGE
This is a part-time position with flexible hours, approximately 10-15 hours per week with the opportunity to increase
$18-27 per hour

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume here
You can contact info@whymaker.com with any questions or concerns.
Check out www.whymaker.com for more about what we do.


WhyMaker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.




Short-Term Contract Educator and Instructional Designer




JOB DESCRIPTION
WhyMaker is seeking a short-term contract educator and curriculum expert to be part of a Summer Youth Employment Program taking place at Stonybrook University. 

This position will require the development of curriculum resources and delivery of lessons to high school students who have an interest in career and technical education. 

This position will involve both creating content for activities and teaching in person, full days during the weeks of July 22 and July 29, 2024. The subject topics will be STEM oriented, specifically teaching on electricity transmission, microgrid, batteries, high voltage energy, and offshore wind. 

The right candidate will be able to work independently, meet required deadlines, be excited about alternate forms of education, and collaborate with other team members at WhyMaker as needed. 

This position will report to the Education Manager.


SKILLS:
  • Must be flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the students
  • Ability to build rapport with the students and understand their needs and challengesEssential to be able to facilitate hands-on STEM lessons, group activities, and participation in creating an interactive and engaging learning environment
  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Excellent grammar and writing skills
  • Be open to feedback and modifications
  • Must be able to develop accurate, well-written, and engaging lesson plans for high school students

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Teaching experience and certification required
  • Proficient in delivering highly effective lesson plans that are engaging, interactive, and use a range of techniques
  • Ability to collaborate with instructional designers to create workshop materials. Must have subject matter expertise in electricity transmission, microgrid, batteries, high voltage energy, and offshore wind
  • Must be familiar with technology and presentation tools
  • Proficient in Google Suite
  • Must have reliable transportation to Stonybrook the weeks of July 22 and July 29 during business hours

BENEFITS
  • Semi-Flexible work schedule 
  • Small team
  • Learning & leadership opportunity
SALARY RANGE 
Flat contract fee based on a $25-$30/hour range contract for curriculum delivery plus full time hours the weeks of July 22 and July 29

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume here
You can contact info@whymaker.com with any questions or concerns.
Check out www.whymaker.com for more about what we do.


WhyMaker provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


Stonybrook University