E-CADEMY PRO Instructor

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Job Title: E-CADEMY-PRO PLTW Instructor (Lead the Way) Location: Chicago, IL Reports To: E-CADEMY Program Manager FLSA Status: Part Time Rate of Pay: $28-$32/hr

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 PLTW is the nation's leading science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) solution in over 8,000 schools across the U.S. Learn more at PLTW. This position's responsibilities are oversight, implementation, and development of Project SYNCERE's PLTW program. This position helps develop the program's structure, manages the program structure and operations, and maintains relationships with volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom attendance, weekly check-in reports, and lesson plans
• Co-instruct an assigned PLTW Engineering module to a class of 20 high school students
• Complete & pass mandatory training (e-learning & 2.5 weeks of mandatory training)
• Prepares class sessions and assignments to help students grasp course content and how it integrates with overall student learning outcomes for the course
• Creates a learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation.
• Prepare status and progress reports.
• Coordinate communications with parents.
• Manage and coordinate successful field trips.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or candidate for a degree in elementary/science education, technology, or engineering-related field preferred
• At least 2 years of teaching experience with middle school students preferred
• At least 2 years of experience working in the technology and/or engineering industry preferred
• PLTW Gateway certifications are a plus

Required Competencies

• Available in person on Saturdays during the academic school year (September -June).
• 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
• Program Services (preparation for class)
• Meetings (Company and Departmental)
• In-person instruction on Saturday and Summer camp servicing (schools and field trips in and around the Chicagoland area).
• Mandatory Training
• Complete and pass two phases of training through e-learning and in-person workshops.
• Training concepts include the engineering design process, technical sketching and drawing, Autodesk® Revit® software, Vex Robotics, or Digital Electronics. Upon hiring, successful completion of Phase 1 training is required to maintain employment in this position.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

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 sit and 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 energy 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 a minor defect.

Direct Reports None

Project SYNCERE is an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants can apply at jobs.