STEM Explorer Assistant

Delta College; Michigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Delta College seeks a Student Employee – STEM Explorer Assistant to support hands-on STEM activities at events and school visits. You will assist with setup, supervision, and communication of basic science concepts to diverse learners.

The role aligns with K-12 school hours, with some weekend/evening work and a guaranteed schedule around your studies. Training on modules and equipment, including 3D printers, will be provided, with supervision from the STEM Explorer team.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with diverse groups of students, teachers, and staff.
• Comfort with fast-moving environments and juggling multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn STEM concepts for each module.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills with youth.
• Must be enrolled at Delta College and maintain a minimum of six (6) credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants of all ages with hands-on STEM activities at public events and school visits.
• Collaborate with STEM Explorer Project Coordinator on setup and cleanup for events.
• Learn and convey basic science principles underlying activities.
• Restock supplies and swap out modules as needed.
• Maintain organized workspace and support module development and troubleshooting.
• May assist with administrative tasks as needed.
• Learn and use project computers, software, and equipment (Office, PCs, iPads, 3D printers).

Skills

Youth communication

Team collaboration

STEM concepts

Physical stamina (lift 50 lbs)

Flexible scheduling

Education

Delta College student

Tools

Microsoft Office

iPads

3D printers

3D modeling software

Job description

Student Employee – STEM Explorer Assistant

Position Title Student Employee – STEM Explorer Assistant

Employee Group

Employee Group Other

Division/Department

Division/Department Science and Mathematics

Status

Position Summary Information

Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions

The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity and inclusion in students, faculty and staff.

POSITION SUMMARY : The STEM Explorer primarily runs in alignment with weekday K-12 school hours, with some weekend and evening dates. We will work around your school schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING :

• Assist elementary-age children through adults as they interact with hands-on STEM activities at public events and middle and high school students in educational modules at school visits.
• Work with STEM Explorer Project Coordinator in setup and clean-up for public events and school visits.
• Learn and effectively communicate basic science principles underlying STEM activities and modules.
• Restock STEM Explorer vehicle supplies and change out on-board modules as needed.
• Clean and organize workspace daily.
• Support STEM Explorer Supervisor in developing, modifying, and trouble-shooting modules.
• Support program as needed; may include administrative assistant duties.
• Learn and use project computers, software, and equipment, including Microsoft Office software, PCs, iPads, gaming systems, 3D printers, and 3D modeling software with support from supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and with a diverse population of students, teachers, and other team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and complete a variety of tasks.
• Knowledge of and/or the ability to learn STEM concepts for each educational module.
• Strong verbal communication and listening abilities, particularly with youth.
• Able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
• Availability primarily during weekday K-12 school hours, with some weekend and evening dates; ability to work flexible schedules including some early and late hours.
• Reliable own transportation and ability to transport self to regional schools.
• Ability to learn on the job.
• Must be enrolled at Delta College and registered and maintain a minimum of six (6) credit hours during

Application Deadline

Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.