| | | Category: | Workforce Development/Adult Basic Education (ABE) | | Subscribe: | | | Department: | Workforce Development | | Locations: | Springfield, MA | | Posted: | Jun 6, 2024 | | Closes: | Open Until Filled | | Type: | PT No Benefits | | Position ID: | 177483 | | Share | About Springfield Technical Community College :
Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.
Job Description:
The College for Kids Instructor will provide face-to-face student-centered instruction in thematic activities related to a range of engaging youth programs. All instructors create weekly unit plans with prepared student objectives and timed agendas following best practices for instruction and assessments. The program seeks to guide learners developing knowledge and skills related to various engaging youth activities STEAM related activities. The instructor will create a safe and engaging learning environment and support students with developmentally appropriate activities. Reports to: Director of Instruction & Assessment RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provides high quality instruction related to increasing knowledge and skills in various activities and and providing instruction across multiple age and grade levels (ages 11-16)
- Utilizes a variety of instructional methods, techniques and on campus/online resources.
- Prepares thematic units and associated lesson plans using a contextualized and integrated curriculum.
- Develops unit plans and lesson plans which include the use of instructional videos, models, labs, class websites, links, challenges, games, projects for face-to-face instruction demonstrating a proficiency of best practices for youth learners.
- Attends initial orientation, scheduled meetings, and other duties as needed.
- Ensures the safety of all students in the program, including maintaining daily attendance records and completing reports as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- A Bachelors' degree is required, in Education, STEAM, psychology, social work or related areas of study (if you do not meet this requirement, please describe your experience and qualifications in your letter of interest).
- Strong written and interpersonal communication in English
- Excellent organizational skills
- Commitment to learner-centered, life-long learning; professional development
- Belief that students can learn and willingness to meet the needs of the students
- Positive attitude, patience, flexible and demonstrates the ability to explain concepts to all learners
- Proficiency utilizing the Google and/or Microsoft Office Suite of applications (spreadsheets, word processing, slide presentations, and image and publication tools)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - At least two (2) years' experience working with a diverse population.
- Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred;
- Strong leadership skills
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS Working environment inside classroom/office space. Normally seated, standing or walking at will. Light Physical exertion. EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Salary: $45 per hour
Benefits: No, Non Union Position
Work Schedule: Weekly session, Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa. INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING: Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.
Application Instructions:
All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references. **Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position. PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS: STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment. POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY: Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's for Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Springfield Technical Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.
URL: www.stcc.edu
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