**Mission:**Bring STEAM to life through hands-on science learning

experiences. Discovery Centre’s mandate is advanced through

the presentation of high-quality STEAM educational experiences.

Bilingual STEAM Facilitator (Temporary Seasonal)

**Department:**Science Education

**Supervisor:**Director of Science Education

**Position Category:**Full time, temporary seasonal contract

Wage:$17.25 per hour

**Hours of Work:**35 hours per week; 15 weeks

**Start Date:**May 20, 2026

**Application Deadline:**March 31, 2026

Applicantsmust be a current student and returning to school in the fall of 2026and

must bea Canadian citizen/permanent residentas per the eligibility criteria of the

Young Canada Works program.Applicants may be required to complete a pre-screening

survey to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria. International applicants with work

visas are ineligible under this funding program and will not be considered for this role.

Position Summary:

For over 35 years, the Discovery Centre has developed a reputation for being Nova Scotia’s

leader in the delivery of exciting hands-on, minds-on science programming for youth.

The Bilingual STEAM (Science/Technology/Engineering/Arts/Math) Facilitator will use both

official languages to orient and assist visitors, interpret exhibits, and deliver exciting

science demonstrations in the permanent and temporary galleries of the centre. The

Facilitator will also work in the Discovery Centre’s 65-seat Dome Theatre to deliver live,

presenter-led shows and automated fulldome films within the theatre for visitors in both

official languages.

The Facilitator will provide a bilingual presence in the Centre, review materials related to

the exhibitions, develop/present program scripts in French, and promote the use of French

within the Centre. The facilitator will build on the gallery’s core themes with visitors to

promote problem solving and creative thinking. Additional objectives include providing

improved service to francophone visitors, and a generally increased use of French in the

Centre.

Discovery Centre and the local community will benefit from an increased presence and

visibility of French services in the Centre, making content and programs more accessible to

resident and visiting francophones, as well as encouraging the use of French by English

speaking staff and visitors.

Description of Tasks:

The Bilingual STEAM Facilitator works in the Science Education department and reports to

the Director of Science Education. The primary tasks of the position are:

• Facilitating visitor experience in both official languages within the centre, and

providing a warm welcome to visitors, including a formal orientation to groups, in

French and English as required

• Presenting live science shows and demonstrations in French and English and

creating an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment around STEAM topics

• Collaborating on new initiatives, developing scheduling plans, and engaging visitors

in the science centre experience

• Presenting live, interactive planetarium shows to public visitors in both French and

English and delivering automated fulldome films to all audiences

• Making recommendations for and contributing to bilingual initiatives in the Centre

Qualifications:

Education: Post-secondary studies in science, education, museum studies, or a related

discipline

Experience: Experience in a front-line setting dealing with the public; experience in a

museum, science centre, or recreational setting would be an asset

Language Requirements: Bilingual (French/English) required; additional languages would

be an asset

Competencies:

• Exceptional communication skills

• Strong customer service

• Able to take initiative

• Highly organized

• Works well as part of a team

• Effective interpersonal skills

• Good time management

Eligibility: Applicants must be current students returning to post-secondary studies in Fall

2026 and must qualify for the Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages program in

order to be considered.

Application:

Applications are to be emailed to recruitment@thediscoverycentre.ca. Applicants are to

submit their resume, cover letter, and references.Please note the positionthat you are

applying for in the subject line of your email application. All applications will be reviewed

but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. All applicants are thanked in

advance for their interest.Please note: this position is dependent upon receipt of

funding.

Discovery Centre is committed to leveraging our facility, people, and programming to

create inclusive spaces that ignite a passion for science and discovery. We are also

committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility practices within our

workplace, public engagement spaces, and programming. Our Centre’s Board of Directors,

management, and staff believe diverse participation and representation are essential and

that our networks thrive when we create an inclusive and equitable culture where all

people can see themselves reflected, feel respected, and have their contributions valued.

Discovery Centre promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, and we

encourage applications from candidates who self-identify as a member of an

underrepresented group, including Indigenous people (especially Mi’kmaq), people of

Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), members of other racialized

groups, women, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting

with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the

evaluation process, please contact recruitment@thediscoverycentre.ca to request

specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be

kept confidential.