STEM Education Apprentice

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a STEM Education Apprentice to support classrooms, teachers, and community partners with science and math activities. You will assist labs, support instruction, tutor students, and help with assessment as needed.

Preference given to Weber State students pursuing teaching or science/math education. Placed with select classrooms, interns will engage in planning meetings and related science and math education events, gain hands-on classroom experience, and develop

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest and background in science or mathematics.
• Preference will be given to students considering possibilities in science or math teaching (though not necessarily a declared teaching major).

Responsibilities

• Assist with labs and hands-on activities.
• Aid classroom instruction and provide learning support.
• Offer one-on-one tutoring and small group help as needed.
• Support assessment activities and co-planning with teachers.

Skills

Interest in science

Interest in mathematics

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H01797P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Off Campus

Hours per week 6

Months per year

Months per year 9

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $15.00

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

STEM Education Apprentices will be placed with select classrooms, teachers, and/or community partners to assist with and experience public education experiences in science and math. Duties vary according to placement but could include assisting with labs, aiding classroom instruction, one-on-one tutoring, co-planning, assessment, or other experiences as needed. Must be a Weber State student; preference given to students with interest in math or science education, in teaching majors, or in the Propel (weber.edu/propel) program

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated interest and background in science or mathematics. Preference will be given to those who are considering possibilities in science or math teaching (though not necessarily a declared teaching major). Propel teacher interns may also be engaged with other aspects of the program, including potential planning meetings and other science and math education events.

Physical Activity of this position Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analysing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • jobs.weber.edu
  • KSL
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Agency Referral
  • Personal Referral
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Other web advertisement
  • Other
• Current program of study (in process or completed), including major(s) and minor(s) (Open Ended Question)
• Please indicate the terms (Fall and Spring) for which you are interested in being placed as a classroom intern. (Open Ended Question)
• Explain why you are interested in an opportunity to observe and help in science and math classrooms. (Open Ended Question)
• Describe what would make you a good collaborator and contributor in a classroom environment. (Open Ended Question)
• Is there a person who could describe your qualities and fit for a classroom internship? If so, please list their name and email here so that we could reach out to them if necessary. (Open Ended Question)
• Is there anything else we should consider or that you'd just like us to know? (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents