STEM Education Assistant

Nevada System of Higher Education; Reno (NV); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 28.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Desert Research Institute’s STEM Education Program in Reno, Nevada is seeking a STEM Education Assistant to support outreach activities, the STEM Co-Lab, and community events. The role includes developing materials, assisting with educator professional development, and promoting programming through social media.

Occasional travel, evenings, and weekends are required. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, and

Formación

• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preference for candidates pursuing related degrees.

Responsabilidades

• Develop supplemental education and promotional materials.
• Prepare and facilitate educational and outreach events.
• Assist with educator professional development and event planning.
• Present education programs in PreK-12 classrooms.
• Promote programming on social media and assist with video editing.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing degree in education / communications / psychology

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Canva

Descripción del empleo

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at [phone]or [e-mail].

Job Description

The Desert Research Institute’s STEM Education Program is seeking a STEM Education Assistant in Reno, Nevada. This position will support the STEM Education Program, with a focus on supporting the Outreach Events for our program. Specifically, this position would support the day-to-day upkeep of the STEM Co-Lab (an educator training facility and lending library), STEM demonstration area, assist with preparation and participate in STEM Education community outreach events. Tasks may include upkeep of STEM Co-Lab education supplies and materials, developing supplemental materials, attending outreach events, supporting educator professional development events, and promoting programming through social media.

This position does require periodic regional travel for weekend and evening events. The successful candidate must have their own vehicle available and be willing to travel to DRI and other locations as needed (mileage is reimbursed). This position is located in Reno, NV.

The following tasks will be required for this position:

• Development of supplemental education and/or promotional material
• Prepare and facilitate educational and public outreach events
• Assist with educator professional development training and outreach event planning and implementation
• Present education programs in PreK-12 classrooms
• Assist with promoting programing on social media
• Assist with video editing

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record
• Insurance on incumbent’s vehicle
• Strong interest in working with PreK-12 grade students, educators and community members
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, Google Suite programs and Canva
• Ability to work independently and maintain responsibility for individual work
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Highly organized with an attention to detail
• Availability to work evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual- Spanish and English
• Student pursing a degree in education, communications, psychology, family sciences or related topics
• Experience working with inventory
• Experience working with PreK-12 students, educators, or non-profit organizations
• Knowledge of graphic design program to create flyers or presentations

Compensation

$17.20/hour

Schedule

• 10 hours per week (potential for increased hours based upon funding)
• Periodic weekend and evening events
• Periodic paid regional travel

Physical Requirements

• This position will need to preform physical tasks such as lifting objects up to 60lbs, stooping, bending, kneeling or standing for long periods of time.

Conditions of Employment

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• If enrolled at NSHE institution for 2025-2026 school year, students must carry at least 6 credits to be considered a student worker.
• Employment is contingent upon the incumbent providing a copy of their DMV driving record, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

25.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Current resume (Required)
• Cover letter detailing how your experience and qualifications prepare you for this job. (Optional)

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.

Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).

All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.