Summer Stem Specialist - Cherry Hill Elementary

The AmeriCorps STEM Specialist will spend about 25-30 hours each week assisting with hands-on, informal STEM education and will also help with summer activities at the Boys & Girls Club located at Cherry Hill Elementary. The schedule is approximately weekdays at 9:45-2:45 from end of May to early August.

The individual selected for this position will serve as an AmeriCorps member. AmeriCorps is a national service opportunity, not just a regular job. This is a wonderful opportunity to add service and hands-on teaching experience to your resume! This is an especially terrific opportunity for someone who is pursuing an education or STEM-related career. AmeriCorps members sign an agreement to complete a term of service. You will be expected to complete a minimum of 300 service hours throughout your term.

This position will provide a living allowance of $4,200 paid over the term of service. The $4,200 stipend will be split up and paid on a bi-weekly basis (every other week) basis during your term of service. NOTE: You will not be paid hourly.

In addition, an Education Award of $1,459.26 will be awarded upon successful completion. The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award is a post-service benefit received by individuals who complete terms of national service in approved AmeriCorps programs. This award (similar to a Pell Grant) can be used to repay qualified student loans and to pay current educational expenses at eligible institutions.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Work with small groups of students, instruct with experiential learning methods, lead STEM lessons during the time allocated each week, other classroom activities, clubs, and other duties as needed.
• Assist in classrooms by providing support surrounding STEM curriculum for youth.
• Maintain records of lesson plans, and track data for the number of students served
• Complete weekly timesheets, and a monthly report
• Attend monthly training meetings and any regular staff meetings at the service site
• Conduct pre and post-surveys of all youth served within the first and final months of service.
• Assess and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and previously used curricula.

Qualifications:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, be a United States citizen or permanent resident, and meet the requirements set by the Corporation for National and Community Service. Individuals selected for these positions must pass a background check. Preference will be given to individuals with educational or work experience related to science, technology, engineering, math, teaching, and/or education.

Equal Opportunity

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Club does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race; color; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions; age; religion; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity; veteran status; or other protected status. No form of unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment, will be condoned. Reasonable accommodation can be made for interviews and service for those with a disability.

Additional keywords: teacher, instructor, student, assistant, elementary, educator, classroom, aide, intern, internship

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $18.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen or a Permanent Legal Resident of the United States?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Orem, UT 84058: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person