STARBASE Instructor

Virginia AG; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Military Affairs seeks a STARBASE Instructor to support the STARBASE program for Virginia, focusing on curriculum development and classroom instruction for fifth-grade STEM activities. The role emphasizes collaborative teaching, lesson design, and program evaluation to enhance student learning outcomes.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in STEM or education, strong teamwork, and the ability to implement engaging, hands-on STEM experiences in a public program setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM or Education field.
• Knowledge in math, science, aerospace, or related field.
• Must be highly motivated and have the ability to work as a team member.
• Considerable knowledge of instructional design.
• Thorough knowledge of planning, organizing, and preparing instructional materials.
• Ability to instruct others and assess training needs; formulate learning objectives and describe delivery.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience in curriculum development required.

Responsibilities

• 80% - Curriculum Development and Instruction: develop STARBASE curriculum and course outlines, formulate learning objectives, and organize materials.
• Instruct others, co-teach with staff, and evaluate delivery efficacy.
• 15% - Policy Development: assist with policies, program evaluations, data collection and analysis.
• 5% - Liaison/Other Duties: develop partnerships, outreach, and provide resources for teachers.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM or Education

Job description

Title: STARBASE Instructor

State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II

Hiring Range: $65,500 - $80,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Military Affairs

Location: Blackstone RC

Agency Website: DMA

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Program:

The STARBASE program is designed for fifth grade students, with the purpose of working with them to increase their interest and skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STARBASE students will participate in challenging activities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). STARBASE students will participate in challenging activities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Students are immersed in a unique classroom experience for 5 days where all activities are student-centered, hands-on, encourage higher-order thinking and incorporate STEM applications into a relevant "real world" setting.

Purpose of Position:

To assist the STARBASE Director in developing and implementing the STARBASE program for Virginia.

Job Duties:

• 80% - Curriculum Development and Instruction:
  • Assist in developing and implementing the STARBASE program;
  • Develop STARBASE curriculum and course outlines for instruction;
  • Formulate learning objectives, plans, designs and program development prior to the start of participating schools attending;
  • Instruct others and evaluate the efficacy of delivery;
  • Ability to effectively co-teach, using multiple co-teaching methods, with all staff members;
  • Organize and maintain inventory of learning materials.
• 15% - Policy Development:
  • Assist with the development of policies and procedures;
  • Assist Program Director with problem solving;
  • May prepare oral and/or written analyses and recommendations for program improvement;
  • Assist with annual program evaluations, data collection, and data analysis for program improvement;
  • Completion of annual DHRM/DMA required training;
  • Complies with all applicable safety rules, standards and regulations.
• 5% - Serves as Liaison/Other Duties as Assigned:
  • Assist with the development of partnerships;
  • Assist in developing and maintain an active public relations and outreach programs;
  • Provide additional resources for teachers;
  • Assist those teachers who attend STARBASE.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Minimum Qualifications

*Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM or Education field;

Knowledge in math, science, aerospace, or related field;

Must be highly motivated and have the ability to work as a team member;

Considerable knowledge of instructional design;

Thorough knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and preparing instructional materials;

Ability to instruct others, to assess training needs; to formulate learning objectives and describe optimal means of accomplishing them; to create and evaluate training objectives, requirements, and effectiveness of delivery;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;

Experience in curriculum development required.

*Education requirement is in accordance with DoD instruction 1025.07.

Additional Considerations

A valid state education certification is preferred;

Experience in elementary education is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully.

Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:

• Extensive criminal background check
• CPS check
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Employment reference checks
• Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
• Pre-employment physical examination

Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment.

Must obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).

The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

The Department of Military Affairs is a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.

AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring.

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Inclusion Support

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.