Part-Time Teaching Assistant - Scientific Adventures for Girls

Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) is seeking energetic part-time Teaching Assistants to engage elementary-aged girls and support Head Teachers in teaching hands-on STEM activities in-person at public schools in the East Bay (Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, Richmond). A teaching credential is not required. 

If you’re passionate about helping shape our next generation of scientists - we'd love to have you!  All classes are fun, hands-on and designed to inspire girls to love STEM! 

SALARY: $23/ hour 

LOGISTICS:

• This is a part-time, in-person, hourly position.
• Commitment: 20 hours 5 days per week from April 2024 - June 6, 2024. There may be a possibility to extend into the summer.
• Hours: after school hours (approximately 1:45 - 5:30pm)
• Days: Monday through Friday 
• Start Date: As soon as the position is filled
• Expectation:  
  • 1) Have a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license to get to the school sites in Richmond and Oakland.
  • 2) Clearance of background check and negative TB Test.

The STEM Teaching Assistant will report directly to the Director of Programs. For more of an understanding about our after school program, check-out what our classes look like: SAfG in Action! 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as support to Head Teachers to deliver project-based, in-person STEM lessons 
  • Ensure attendance sheets are up-to date on a weekly basis
• Read the facilitator guide for the science project and coordinate with the Head teacher ahead of class time regarding the project for each class and how you can best assist.
• Lead attendance taking for each class
• Facilitate Social Emotional Learning portions in each lesson
• Take photos during class to provide to the Head Teacher who will share with the parents/caregivers.
• Actively build relationships with students, focusing on socio-emotional development and individual strengths
• Assist with STEM kitting in our Berkeley Offices when needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working towards a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree
• A minimum of one year of experience with children in some capacity
• Commitment to educational equity and programming for girls
• Ability to maintain an excellent work ethic, a high level of energy and enthusiasm
• Possess a valid driver's license and a reliable car

Spanish is a plus, but not mandatory.

ABOUT US:

SAfG serves girls in K through 6th grades. Our mission is to remove systemic barriers to all girls’ participation in STEM starting in kindergarten by introducing, sparking and building their interest through hands-on learning. Our programs increase their positive attitudes toward STEM and equip them with 21st century skills. In schools throughout the East Bay, SAfG provides hands-on, high quality after-school STEM programming while girls are young so they’ll stay engaged in STEM for the long term.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should send apply through this link: https://scientificadventuresforgirls.applytojob.com/apply/oVxhdK9elY/PartTime-Teaching-Assistant.

We are accepting applications  on a rolling basis and these positions will remain open until we fill them SAfG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BIPOC professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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