2020 STEM Summer Educator
About Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is committed to carrying out the land grant mission of Iowa State University by providing research-based educational opportunities to all Iowans.
ISU Extension and Outreach does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or status as a U.S. veteran.
Job Purpose
The STEM Summer Educator will work with youth and adults in Lyon, Osceola, Sioux, O’Brien and Cherokee Counties to deliver and support science, technology, engineering and mathematics research-based education and programs.
View a few video recaps from the previous year’s camp by visiting www.facebook.com/ISUExtensionandOutreachLyonCounty and clicking on ‘Videos.’
Responsibilities of the STEM Summer Educator:
· Provide research-based educational STEM programming by creating lesson plans and implementing curriculum that will lead to positive youth development.
· Work independently and with other staff to promote STEM programming priorities and to secure necessary resources (volunteers, partners, materials and donations) to support programs in Lyon, Osceola, Sioux, O’Brien and Cherokee Counties.
· Manage resources to ensure the effective delivery of educational programs.
· Collaborate with other staff to communicate program impacts, primarily through social media, photos and videos.
· Recruit youth and adult volunteers and participants, including but not limited to underserved populations, by working closely with staff.
· Maintain a close working relationship with the 4-H Youth Program Specialist, and keep all staff updated on programming.
· Provide mid-summer and end-of-summer comprehensive progress reports to staff and Extension Council members.
· Maintain professionalism as an ISU Extension and Outreach professional through image, public relations and networking.
· Work on additional programming needs as directed by the 4-H Youth Program Specialist.
· Commit to serve the entire duration of the 12-week position.
This position is funded by the Extension Councils in Lyon, Osceola, Sioux, O’Brien and Cherokee Counties and may be contracted with other regional counties for services as available.
Required qualifications
- Either a bachelor’s degree in education, a STEM-related major or related field to Extension discipline OR an undergraduate sophomore, junior or senior level college student with a major in education or a STEM-related field
- Evidence of strong organizational skills
- Evidence of excellent performance working with and teaching youth and adults in group and classroom settings
- Strong written and oral communication and customer relation skills
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite Products, Internet, social media, and e-mail applications
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass the background screening to meet the Child Protection and Safety Policy
Additional preferred qualifications
- Coursework in education with experience in formal and/or non-formal teaching
- Experience as a user of Extension programs such as 4-H
- Water safety and outdoor recreation experience a plus
Work Schedule
The STEM Summer Educator will work 40 hours/week starting May 20, 2020 through August 12, 2020 with a per hour pay rate of $12/hour.
Applicant Instructions
Interested applicants are asked to submit the following documents electronically for first review by Friday, November 15, to Beth Bunkers, Youth Program Specialist, at bbunkers@iastate.edu:
· Cover Letter
· Resume
· Contact Information for Three Professional References
For questions regarding this position, please contact Beth Bunkers via phone at 712-737-4230 or via email at bbunkers@iastate.edu.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa, 50011, (515) 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.