STEM Instructor (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

$20.00 per hour

Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We’re one of California’s largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you’re interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support!

JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Program Supervisor STEM Instructors will be responsible for providing high quality specialized Enrichment classes, The STEM instructor will lead clubs whose emphasis is in STEM. working directly with an assigned class of approximately 15-20 students (K-12), to prepare students for careers in STEM-related fields by cultivating critical thinking and problem-solving skills. STEM Instructor must have a genuine interest in the growth, development, and provision of a safe and nurturing environment for the students they teach. A STEM Specialist’s ability to establish authority through leadership, communication, and most importantly patience, will be required in giving our students the stability and nurturing atmosphere they need to succeed.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide enrichment in a STEM related subject area, using curriculum and materials provided by the program.
• Create an engaging environment that fosters a sense of belonging that kids want to be in
• Support students in making positive behavior choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.
• Engage children and youth by following, implementing, lesson plans.
• Serve as a positive role model in the program through appropriate dress, speech, and attitude.
• Ensure student safety by assisting in set up, break down, and ongoing maintenance to keep the school or community site clean and orderly.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Maintain accurate paperwork including sign-in/sign-out sheets for each class session.
• Obtain and organize student materials as directed by the Site Program Manager.
• Communicate and collaborate with other after-school staff, classroom teachers, administrators, parents, and community members.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Arrives punctually to meet responsibilities in site start up and assignments.
• Maintains close communication with Site Program Supervisor regarding planned or emergency absences.
• Maintains clean classroom and facility space.
• Maintains highest degree of confidentiality in staff, student, and volunteer matters.
• Complies with Think Together, school district, and school site policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Additionally, 48 college semester or 60 college quarter units required and/or by passing an Instructional Aide Test.
• Ability to speak and write Standard English appropriate in a public-school setting.
• Minimum age of 22
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting)
• TB Test
• At least 6 months of STEM Educational related experience.
• Advanced Math and English skills (K–8) strongly preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS:
• Internet software
• E-mail
• Use typical office equipment.

Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.