Innovation & Outreach Educator

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Desert Research Institute (DRI) seeks part-time educators to support PreK–12 teacher professional development and robot/drone education outreach across Nevada.

Positions are in Reno and Elko, typically 5–15 hours per week with mid-day, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts. Training is provided; no robotics experience required. Ideal for retired educators or part-time substitute teachers seeking STEM outreach roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• 3–4 years of related experience in an educational setting such as the classroom, or related teaching experience including STEM, robotics, computer science, drones, or related topics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite programs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, robots, and drones for professional development workshops and STEM outreach events including loading and unloading of materials and books.
• Supporting and teaching statewide professional development robotics and drone workshops.
• Assisting classroom and club educators with the implementation of robotics and drones in various education settings.
• Preparing for and leading STEM family outreach events.
• Judging and refereeing at robotics and drone competitions and events.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Education experience

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field

Master’s degree in Elementary Education or related field

Nevada teaching license

Tools

VEX 123

VEX Go

Job description

Job Description

Nevada Robotics at DRI is hiring part-time educators to support PreK – 12 teacher professional development and robot/drone education outreach across the state. Positions are available in Reno and Elko and job responsibilities include the following: Preparing materials, robots, and drones for professional development workshops and STEM outreach events including the loading and unloading of materials and books. Supporting and teaching at statewide professional development robotics and drone workshops. Assisting classroom and club educators with the implementation of robotics and drones in various education settings. Preparing for and leading STEM family outreach events. Judging and refereeing at robotics and drone competitions and events. Other related duties as assigned. No robotics or drone experience necessary as training will be provided. These positions are ideal for retired educators or part-time substitute teachers.

Reno

On average this part-time position is 5 - 15 hours a week and requires mid-day, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts. When traveling for statewide teacher training events, staff may accrue up to 30 hours a week.

Elko

On average this part-time position is 5-15 hours a week and requires Friday in-person office shifts on the Great Basin College campus, possible travel to Reno and neighboring communities, and afternoon, evening, and weekend work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
• Minimum 3-4 years of related experience in an educational setting such as the classroom, or related teaching experience including STEM, robotics, computer science, drones, or related topics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Elementary Education or related field
• 4+ years of classroom teaching experience and Nevada teaching license
• 4+ years of experience teaching robotics topics in a classroom setting, including drones
• Certifications for the VEX 123 and VEX Go classroom robots

Physical Requirements

This position may need to occasionally perform physical tasks such as lifting objects of up to 60 lbs., stooping, bending, and kneeling and standing for long periods of time.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Compensation Grade/Benefits

$30-$40/hr DOE, variable hours; no benefits

ExemptNo Full-Time Equivalent 45.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Qualified individuals interested in this position must attach the following documents to the required sections of your application. The system will accept multiple attachments to this section of the application up to 5MB.

• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Contact information for three professional references

Equal Opportunity

DRI is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment free of discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Additionally, we comply with all applicable state laws and DRI takes measures consistent with Title IX to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its students, faculty and staff.

EEO/Title IX website Jennifer Schultz Title IX Coordinator/Director of Human Resources 2215 Raggio Parkway Reno, NV 89512 [phone] [e-mail]

The Desert Research Institute does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates.

Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106).

The Institute’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Jennifer Schultz, Title IX Coordinator, Desert Research Institute, 2215 Raggio Parkway, Northern Nevada Science Building, Room 112, Reno, NV 89512, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

Information pertaining to the Institute's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the Institute will respond can be found here.

If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone].

Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found at DRI's Public and Personal Safety page.

NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.