What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Teacher position at Youth Science Center?
After School STEM Facilitator
Job Location: Cypress and Whittier
Organization Summary
The Youth Science Center’s, a non-profit organization, mission is to inform, instruct, and inspire youth of all ages, primarily from disadvantaged communities, to discover the excitement of science and technology by promoting inquiry driven learning through hands-on science activities. The YSC communicates what science is, how scientists and engineers work, and how to apply scientific strategies.
Position Summary
Leads TK-3 students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) activities via inquiry science methods for the Youth Science Center’s After School STEM classes. Leads after school STEM classes with at least 15 students from the same or close to the same grade level at various school sites throughout Cypress and Whittier. Instruction time is 90 minutes. Must have reliable transportation. Pay ranges from $50.00 - $75.00 depending on experience.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Facilitates students’ acquisition of conceptual understanding of STEM topics
- Conducts hands-on, inquiry-driven, science and/or technology activities
- Mentors students
Other Duties and Requirements
- Picks up materials from the YSC headquarters in Hacienda Heights
- Great customer service skills
- Communicates with school staff and parents about child’s progress and/or behavior
- Must be a team player and able to work well with minimum supervision
- Other duties as assigned/specified by management
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (minimum qualifications)
- Computer literate (email, Word, Excel)
- Good written and communication skills
- STEM degree preferred or working towards a STEM degree, but not required
- Teacher Credential or working on a teacher credential required
Job Types: Part-time, Internship
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- After school
COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear masks. All equipment will be sanitized before and after usage.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cypress, CA 90630: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- tK -3 Teaching: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person