Engineering Program Facilitator 1 Part-Time

Engineering Program Facilitator 1

Part-Time (Monday-Friday)

Pay Scale: $22.50

Company Overview

Founded in 2008, Project SYNCERE is a forward-thinking, values-based, educational organization focused on increasing the number of underrepresented youth who pursue careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).  We utilize a collaborative, team-based approach to ensure we are working towards accomplishing our overall mission.  Our team is committed to providing students with a pathway of opportunities to increase their interest and skills in the STEM fields, while preparing them to enter post-secondary institutions to major in STEM disciplines.  Our goal is to produce the next generation of innovators and engineers that will help America retain its position as a global leader in innovation and technology. 

Position Overview

This position will co-instruct a classroom of 20-30 students from 6th-8th to teach about STEM through the completion of hands-on engineering projects in an in-person environment.

Responsibilities

Teach basic engineering principles using a project-based learning curriculum to elementary and high school students

Design and construct multiple STEM projects and learn the STEM concepts behind how the project works

Prepare and submit weekly lesson plans to your manager

Prepare project materials and transport them to/from the Project SYNCERE office as well as to program sites

Administer, collect, and/or submit program location paperwork, photos, and attendance by specified deadlines

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in training sessions 

Ability to work with Google Platforms and Zoom Platforms

10-15 hours based on program availability

Growth opportunity and increased part-time hours 

Required Education and Experience

Pursuing at least a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, math or science discipline

Basic knowledge of engineering fields and principles

Previous work with elementary and/or high school students is preferred

Must display sophisticated writing and interpersonal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

Ability to instruct in a Hybrid/virtual learning environment

Ability to problem solve, analyze information, demonstrate professionalism

Transportation is a plus

Required Competencies

Available in person during the school year.  

Monday-Friday during the summer

Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively 

Ability to multi- task, and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines 

Ability to problem solve, analyze information and demonstrate professionalism

Excellent organizational skills 

Professional writing experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, & Word and Google Suite Applications: Classroom, Docs, Slides, Sheets & Drive

Time management, Patience, Creativity and Interpersonal skills 

Additional Information:

Hybrid 

Meetings (Company and Departmental)  

What We Offer

Professional Development

Time Off for Major Holidays

Employee Incentives

Working conditions:

This position operates in a clerical office and school setting.

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical requirements

Must be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defect

Direct Reports

None 

Project SYNCERE is an equal-opportunity employer. 

Interested applicants can apply at www.projectsyncere.org/jobs.