Job Title: Summer STEM Staff (Camps)
Hiring Contact
Mike Carmon (Director of Programs) at: mcarmon@whitemountainscience.org
Deadlines
Apply by April 15th
Location of Programs
WMSI’s classrooms in Littleton
Home Base
Littleton, NH
About White Mountain Science, Inc.
White Mountain Science, Inc. (WMSI - pronounced ‘whimsy’), develops and delivers highly engaging and fun STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) programs with the goal of teaching creative problem solving to students and teachers.
Job Description
A Summer STEM Instructor supports educational STEM camps (age ranges 5-7; 7-12; 12-14) for 3-5 days per week at our makerspace in Littleton, NH. This leadership role involves assisting WMSI program instructors with camp facilitation, including the design of new and exciting camp activities. Additionally, a Summer STEM Instructor is involved in supporting campers with hands-on STEM projects, as well as providing a welcoming and fun learning environment. This position also includes set-up and clean-up of camp programs, program reflection, and the ability to work as a team member. There are growth opportunities in this position, including additional responsibilities over time. Must be at least 14 years of age to apply. (If 13 or under, please contact us for volunteer and shadowing opportunities!)
Duties Will Include:
Support of on-site and (occasionally) off-site STEM-based camps for elementary and middle school students, 3-5 days per week
Supervision of campers, maintaining a safe and organized learning environment
Assist with hands-on activities and mentor campers, providing guidance and encouragement
Organization & maintenance of program-related resources & equipment
Collaboration and effective communication with the WMSI team, working closely with lead instructors and other staff
Participation in any necessary instructor training(s)
Support in the design and planning of camp activities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Previous experience working with children - preferred
Desire to work with children - essential
Ability to support and empower campers in the creative problem-solving process - essential
Ability to set a positive environment within a room - essential
Prior experience and/or interest in science, technology, engineering, and math - preferred
A team player who is willing to learn from mistakes and adapt
Motivated to improve as an instructor
Schedule:
Start date in mid-June 2024
End date in mid-late August 2024
Seasonal part-time position (approx. 30 hours per week), generally 8:30AM-2:30PM, 3-5 days per week
Opportunity for additional hours, if desired, including support of after-camp extended care program
Occasional off-site camps possible, which could fall outside the time window above (these would be prearranged and clearly communicated by your supervisor)
Job Compensation:
Starting pay rate $13-16 per hour
Perks:
In-house opportunities for Professional Development, including: training with 3D printers, LASER cutters, robotics, and much more!
Collaborative and engaging work environment 🤖
Physical Exertion Environmental Conditions
Required to sit for extended periods of time, stand frequently, use fine motor skills to operate equipment, and lift and/or move 40 pounds or less.
WMSI encourages applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnicities, nationalities, backgrounds and ages.
Final candidates subject to a criminal background check.