Engineering Program Facilitator 1

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 learnings curriculum to elementary and high school students
• Design and construct multiple STEM projects and learn the STEM concepts behind how they 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:

• In-Person
• 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.