STREAM Educator for the Allentown School District Partnership

About the role

The STREAM Educator for the Allentown School District Partnership works with classroom teachers to develop and teach extraordinary, fun, integrated STREAM learning experiences for students in PreK–5th grade. This is accomplished through programs that take place off-site throughout the Allentown School District, and on-site for students and families of the Allentown School District and ASD STREAM Academy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction to students in grades PreK–5th grade in classroom programs, after school programs, and science celebrations.
• Work closely with Allentown School District staff as a co-teacher and team member, demonstrating quality and excellence in their own work, and setting an example for other team members.
• Display a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all aspects of work.
• Set up classroom and teach educational programs.
• Co-teach with Allentown School District teachers.
• Exhibit positive youth development in classroom management strategies appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of diverse guests.
• Follow the established schedule for daily events.
• Actively engage all students in learning experiences.
• Develop and nurture positive relationships with students, school district, and all stakeholders.
• Incorporate feedback into future lessons.
• Clean classrooms after each program (put supplies away, wash goggles, wipe tables, sweep floor if needed).
• Deliver scheduled on-site and off-site programs as assigned, including family engagement nights, member nights, after school programs, and more as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in training sessions, program development sessions, and other professional learning to understand and implement learning experiences and teaching techniques effectively.
• Work with co-teachers to plan co-teaching experiences.
• Actively participate in the Curriculum Development team, leading the development of lesson plans, demonstrations, activities, media, and other program content development as needed.
• Train volunteers and staff to deliver programs when needed.
• Make safety a priority; complete all safety training and follow all safety guidelines.
• Ensure students and other stakeholders follow safety routines and wear personal protective equipment; alert management of any safety issues.
• Provide positive interactions with teachers, students, and other customers; deliver memorable programs; demonstrate cultural competency and welcome all customers.
• Provide requested feedback about the Allentown School District partnership.
• Participate in evaluation of the impact of programs as needed, including data collection; incorporate feedback into future programs.
• Promote exemplary communication by actively participating in meetings and representing the ASD Partnership in other cross-departmental teams.
• Participate in future planning and development of new programming.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a STEAM or Education field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar education environment or experience working with the public and with children of all ages. Classroom experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher) required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; highly organized and self-motivated.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Skills & approach

• Demonstrate and work towards mastery of next generation science teaching, integrated teaching and learning, design thinking, maker education, English language learner support, and science content.
• Creativity, complex problem solving, initiative, and a productive relationship with team members are key to success.
• Bring experience and expertise in curriculum writing, Next Generation Science Standards and/or PA STEELS Standards.
• Bring an open mindset to innovation and new teaching techniques and demonstrate a commitment to using data to improve teaching and learning.

Physical demands

• Occasionally required to be on feet for seven (7) hours at a time.
• Must occasionally move or lift up to and including 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close vision (at 20 inches or less), distance vision (at 20 feet or more), and color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).

Additional requirements

• Successful completion of a criminal background check including checks through Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Registry, and FBI fingerprinting checks.
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of Auto Insurance coverage required.
• Reliable vehicle for outreach programs preferred (employees are reimbursed for travel).

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