Code Winter Workshop Instructor - Job Description

Description of Organization

Geering Up UBC Engineering & Science for Kids is a non-profit, student-run organization dedicated to promoting science, engineering and technology (STEM) to the children and youth of British Columbia through fun, innovative, and hands-on experiments and projects. Geering Up also strives to reach all children and youth, regardless of gender, ethnicity, culture, or socio-economic status. Over the past 20 years, we have reached over 90,000 youth.

Our workshops are 1 to 1.5 hour Science and Engineering lessons delivered in classrooms. Each workshop includes hands-on learning activities, demonstrations, and a project for students to take home. Schools book our workshops to enrich the curriculum in their classroom and to have a university student mentor speak with their class. Instructors work in teams of two to deliver workshops.

CanCode Workshops Instructors would lead up to three Computer Science workshops a day throughout February to April. Instructors get the opportunity to develop their communication, presentation, and project management skills.

More information about Geering Up is available here.

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Winter Workshop Coordinator, Instructors are required to:

1. Travel to schools throughout the Lower Mainland
2. Learn, practice, and present 1 to 1.5 hour hands-on science and engineering workshops

1. Training will be provided during Week one and two of your contract
2. Classrooms range from Kindergarten to Grade 12
3. Various STEM topics, aligned with Provincial Learning Outcomes

3. Act as an Instructor and role model at schools
4. Assist in any necessary prep tasks including purchasing and preparation of materials, and packing supplies
5. Implement and document any necessary modifications to the workshops
6. Following safety and risk management policies and ensuring every student is safe and having fun
7. Complete all evaluations and reports in a timely manner
8. Perform other duties, as requested by the Directors. This may include planning and instructing Spring Break camps, and leading professional development events for teachers.

Qualifications

1. Strong experience working with children in a teaching environment
2. Proven ability to create and implement working projects and models of scientific concepts in computer science
3. Willingness to gain expertise on a variety of STEM topics
4. Knowledge of computer science topics is an asset
5. Proven leadership skills and exceptional teamwork abilities
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Planning, organizational, multitasking, and self-directed work skills
8. A valid driver's license and access to a car for work is an asset but not required
9. Special consideration given to those with formal training in special education and/or disability theory, those who have worked in a summer camp or classroom environment in the past, and those with current Standard First Aid certification.
10. All Geering Up Staff must have a Criminal Record Check on file before they may work with children.

Term of Appointment

This position is fulltime Jan 29th - April 27th, 2018. This includes 1 week of vacation.

Remuneration

40 hours per week, at $12.65/hour.

How to Apply

Application forms can be found on our website, www.geeringup.apsc.ubc.ca/staff/. You must apply via this form. The application form will request you to attach your teaching video and resume on the last page. Applications sent via email or via careers online will not be accepted. Applications are due Thursday, November 16th.